How Fast Can Mice Breed In Your House?

Do you think you hear mice scurrying around in your walls? Or have you had this problem in years past? If you’ve dealt with mice before, you surely know that a mouse infestation is no quick fix. [...]

Chicago Termites: A Year-Round Problem

As a veteran of those frigid winters in Illinois, you may be thinking termites can’t possibly survive the city’s brutal wind, cold, snow, and ice. The reality is that, unlike many [...]

The Rise of Rodent Infestations This Winter

Although rodents are a pest problem all year long here in the Midwest, wintertime is when rats and mice look to get inside your cozy, warm home. In partnership with PestWorld, the NPMA recently [...]

Stink Bugs and Boxelder Bugs – Does Fall Drive Them Indoors?

Every fall here in the midwest, there are a few pests that become particularly troublesome for home and business owners. The two main culprits? Stink bugs and boxelder bugs. These two pests are a [...]

How Do Rats Get in Your House in the Fall?

It’s that time of year again: rodent season! With Rodent Awareness Week upon us, it’s important to stay aware of the threats of rats and mice this fall and all year long. Here in the Midwest, [...]

The Hills Have (Eight) Eyes: House Spiders in Illinois & Indiana

At the intersection of the hot, dry summer months and the impending chill of winter, spiders of all varieties find themselves in ideal environments here in Illinois & Indiana. Spiders are [...]

What’s That Bug in My Bathroom?

The bathroom is supposed to be one of the cleanest rooms in the house, so the last thing it needs is a barrage of pests crawling up the walls. The humidity and moisture buildup in our bathrooms [...]

Repelling the Myths Behind Common Illinois Mosquito Repellents

Mosquitoes are a fact of life for people all over the world come spring and summertime. They are able to live in almost any kind of environment that reaches a suitable temperature. We have helped [...]

How to Kill Mosquito Larvae in Standing Water Safely

During the spring and summer in Illinois & Indiana, mosquitoes are one of the most difficult pests to catch a break from. On their own, mosquitoes are weak insects that only live for around a [...]

Bee Stings vs Wasp Stings: What’s the Difference?

If you have ever been stung by a bee or wasp before, you surely try to avoid them when you see them around. Bees and wasps usually only sting when provoked, but many people have experienced a [...]