When Are Paper Wasps Most Active?
You can tell its summer by looking at the insect activity around. Not only are there ants in the kitchen and mosquitoes dive-bombing your head the second you step outside, stinging insects seem to be out in force. Among the many stinging insects, the paper wasp is active and could become a problem around your home as their numbers tend to peak in July and late summer.
Having Problems With Spiders?
Spiders are a problem in the summer for many homeowners. Most spiders are not dangerous; they may bite, but their bites are usually pretty harmless and don’t cause much of a problem for the victim. There are a few venomous spiders that people should be concerned about (including the black widow spider and the brown recluse spider), but these spiders aren’t typically found in our service area. Spiders generally become a problem for anyone that has a fear of spiders (called arachnophobia) or when spiders start to invade a property in large numbers.
Carpenter Bees: Not Your Average Bee
When you think of bees or stinging insects in general, you are probably picturing a large bee hive with hundreds of bees swarming around. But when it comes to one species, carpenter bees, they do not exhibit normal bee behaviors. If you have not had any encounters with carpenter bees in Ohio, read on to learn why they are ‘not your average bee.
How To Store Firewood To Prevent Pest Infestations
One thing many families look forward to in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana, is relaxing by a cozy fire. But did you know that your firewood could be drawing pests right into your home?
