Though we are pretty lucky here in Memphis when it comes to harsh winters, our moderate winter climate does have its downfalls, mostly because it doesn’t get cold enough to force all of the pests to go away. This means…

There are few insects that carry a bigger social stigma than the cockroach. There mere presence brings judgements of uncleanliness. The reality of where cockroaches live and how they come to be in our homes is very different from the…

Most human beings have an innate aversion to creepy crawly creatures, and for many, spiders are the most terrifying creepy crawlies of all. Our fears are irrational of course. Spiders have no interest in attacking humans and will generally do…

Wolf spiders are large and hairy, which is enough to send most people running for the hills. But, the good news is, they’re mostly just nuisance pests. However, they can inject venom when they are continually provoked. Symptoms of wolf spider bites…

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes What’s the difference between centipedes and silverfish? The Centipede Silverfish Have silverfish or centipedes? We can help Is there anything creepier than running into a silverfish or centipede? All of those wiggling legs? Ugh. These…

While all spiders have fangs and venom, did you know there are only two spiders in the U.S. that are considered to be a serious medical threat? Black widow spiders and brown recluse spiders. In this post, we will focus…

In Memphis, we see two types of rat species that can pose significant issues. One is a burrowing rat, and the other is a roof rat. What Makes Roof Rats Unique? If you’ve got rats in your roof, you need…

Ants and termites are both known to swarm when it’s time to mate. Both are also known for causing damage to wood. Did you know there are many species of ants and termites that often get confused for the other?…

Fall and Memphis brings a cool down from the sweltering summer, fall leaves, and … stinkbugs. Every fall, Memphis homeowners call us concerned about the presence of shield-shaped bugs and a stinky smell. So, what should you do if you…

The word “bed bug” alone is enough to make anyone’s skin crawl, so it’s completely understandable that Lakeland area homeowners start to panic when they wake up with red, itchy bites. Since bed bugs are tiny, hardy and able to…