Termites can be a significant issue in the Midwest because the climate provides a suitable environment for their growth and reproduction. The warm and humid summers, coupled with rich soil, create the perfect conditions for subterranean termite colonies to thrive. Termites are known to cause extensive damage to homes and other structures, as they feed…
Summer
Are We Poised for a Breakout Mosquito Season?
A cool, wet spring could delay the start of peak pest season, but once the hot and humid summer weather kicks in, homeowners may experience increased mosquito activity. What makes the Midwest region susceptible to intense mosquito populations? There are several reasons including: Climate – The St. Louis, Columbia, Springfield, and Kansas City areas have…
5 Tips for Protecting Your Pets From Fleas
According to the American Pet Products Association, pet ownership is at record levels. Seventy percent of American households own a pet. With dogs (69%) or cats (45%) being the two most popular pets, our four-legged companions are a significant part of daily life for thousands of households. Another reality that comes with owning a dog…
How Sizzling Summer Temperatures Increase Pest Activity
Anyone who’s spent some time in Missouri, eastern Illinois or Kansas knows summer means one thing – hot, humid weather. Another given is that along with those sizzling temperatures and unpleasant dew point levels, insects will be more abundant and more active. There are multiple reasons why pest populations including mosquitoes, flies, ants, stinging insects,…
Mosquito Season is Coming – Is Your Home Prepared?
The longer, warmer days of spring and summer are not too far off, and neither is mosquito season. Nothing can ruin a hike in the woods, camping trip, picnic in the park or simply relaxing on your deck or patio like the telltale buzz of a relentless mosquito on the hunt for its next meal….
The Importance of Year-Round Pest Control
Pests do not take vacations. They don’t step away for the weekend or go off to school or work each day. As much as home and business owners want it to happen, pests don’t disappear even in the colder winter months. In Rottler Pest Solutions’ service area of Missouri, Illinois, and Kansas, pests from mice…
Don’t Let Mosquitoes Take A Bite Out of Your Summer
Here's how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of mosquitos:…
Be Aware of the Tick Threat
Tick populations typically surge during the warmer summer months and it is important to educate yourself on the dangers associated with ticks and identify steps to ensure your property, family, and pets are protected from tick-related health threats….