Bed bugs often go unseen, but they make their presence known in the form of patchy red bites and other signs. The tiny insects are not known to spread disease, but their bites can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. There has been a resurgence of bed bugs throughout Colorado and across the country over […]
Colorado is home to dozens of insects and other pests that can invade your home and become an annoyance; some even pose a health risk to you and your family if not eliminated. Many pesticides, however, can also be a health hazard to people and pets if not used properly. Following are some natural, chemical-free ways to […]
At just a few millimeters in length, fruit flies are among the smallest flies. But once they enter your home, fruit flies can be a big nuisance. In Colorado, fruit fly populations tend to swell from late summer through early fall, although the flies can linger through winter if they establish themselves indoors. Following are […]
There are a number of cricket species in Colorado, but the types most commonly encountered around (and sometimes in) homes are the “singing” black crickets often referred to as field crickets. While field crickets that wander into homes generally do not reproduce and are not considered pests, they can become an annoyance—especially when you’re trying to […]
Insects in the home can be a mere annoyance, but some bugs and other pests may damage your house or pose a health risk to you and your family members if they are allowed to establish themselves. Following are some tips to prevent insects from invading your home. If you have a pest problem, or if traditional […]
Wasps can be effective at controlling other pest insects, but they can also become nuisance pests themselves when sizable colonies develop. Unlike bees, which feed on nectar and pollen, and generally establish themselves away from residential areas, wasps feed on other insects, and they often colonize spaces around homes and other man-made structures. This brings wasps […]
Although spiders feed only on insects and other arthropods, and provide effective pest control in gardens and around homes, they are often considered pests themselves. Colorado is home to dozens of species of spiders, a handful of which may find their way into homes, and only a couple of which pose any risk to people and pets. […]
Once cockroaches have settled in your home, they can be difficult to eradicate without professional help. But there are some often-effective measures you can try before calling pest control experts. Steps to Cockroach Control According to the Colorado State University Extension, the key elements of cockroach management are: prevention, sanitation, detection and chemical control. Roaches thrive in unsanitary conditions, […]
In Colorado, most ants that make it into homes are wingless workers that are searching for food or water. However, some types of ants found along the Front Range and throughout the state can become problematic pests if they begin to nest in your home. Colorado Ants Thanks to its geographical location, Colorado is home to a […]
If you’re a friend of man’s best friend, you likely saw the blog that went viral on Facebook and other social media outlets just in time for summer and carried the warning/plea “No Ice Water for Dogs … Please Read ASAP.” A growing number of veterinarians, however, have since responded that ice cubes and ice […]
