Subterranean termites can strike without warning and damage a home for years without detection. These wood-eating pests cost U.S. property owners over $5 billion every single year. So, it is important to recognize the signs of a termite infestation. Sadly, property damage is often the last sign termites give. Signs of Termites: Mud tunnels on the…
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Wood Destroying Insects
The biggest part of fulfilling the American Dream is purchasing your own home. Once you've done this, the next step is protecting that home. The satisfaction and pride of owning your own home is something that can only be experienced. However, there are a few things that can interrupt that joyful experience, and wood-destroying insects…
How Dangerous Are Brown Recluse Spiders?
For such a tiny spider, the brown recluse sure has a big reputation? Perhaps you've heard some of the stories. Or, perhaps, you've seen some of the unsavory pictures of brown recluse bite wounds. It is also quite possible that you don't believe any of it, and you are of the opinion that it is no big…
What Are The Four Types of Squirrels in Missouri?
Many would agree that squirrels can be quite fun to watch. But, when these animals get into places they shouldn't, they can cause a lot of problems. Here are a few squirrels you can expect to find on your Missouri property. Fox Squirrel (Sciurus Niger) The fox squirrel, also known as the eastern fox squirrel…
The Pros and Cons of Bats
As the sun sets in the evening, you may have seen bats swooping low in your yard. Whether or not you like bats doesn’t really matter- they are out there and as long as they stay out of your hair, hopefully, you won’t have to deal with them! But there are some pros and cons of having bats…
Common Spiders in Missouri
We have many spiders in Missouri. There are more than 470 individual species in the state. But, we're going to focus on the spiders that live in our gardens, get into our sheds and garages, crawl up through our wall voids, live in our attic spaces, and crawl around in our homes. While spiders are…
How Weather Affects Yellow Jackets
When it comes to stinging insects, few are as aggressive as the yellow jacket. These wasps can sting multiple times, fiercely protect their nests, and even pursue their targets relentlessly. Yellow jacket swarms are known to navigate around obstacles and hover above water, waiting to strike. Yellow jackets often build ground nests, which can create…
What Are These Bugs Inside My Springfield Pantry?
There are many insects that can get into your pantry but we're going to take a look at a specific kind of pest called stored product pests. These are insects that target packaged foods in pantries, storage areas, and kitchens, especially around the holidays when we spend more time buying and preparing food. But stored product…
Missouri Mosquitoes Can Pack An Extra Punch
Even though we live in the Show Me State, do you really want to wait until you see someone you know gets sick with the Chikungunya or West Nile virus before you take action to protect yourself from mosquito bites? These stories from Fox2Now, and CBS News are only a few of the many reports that have been done…