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 [...]

Ants May Be Marching Your Way

Summer is here, and ants are back out in plain sight. Over the winter, they have a lot of difficulties finding proper food sources. More motivated than ever, ants are on the hunt for food and [...]

Get the Facts About Asian Giant Hornets

Asian giant hornets may seem like a creature conjured up in a bad dream, but they are alive and well here in the United States. Albeit in small numbers, Asian giant hornets have been spotted here [...]

How to Remove a Tick Safely

As we get closer to summer in Illinois, the numbers of tick populations in the area are going to continue to rise. Ticks come back out as the temperatures rise, looking for animals to feed on. [...]

Smell Ya Later: Getting Rid of Stink Bugs in Chicago

Stink bugs are a common nuisance pest in our area. They bring with them an unpleasant odor and sometimes hundreds of friends. Every year, Chicago IL residents are reporting more and more of them [...]

Do Carpenter Bees Sting?

Many people are wary of bees because of their painful stings. If you’ve ever been bitten by a wasp or stung by a yellow jacket, you probably tend to avoid anything black and yellow that flies. [...]

The Great Bee Awakening

Spring is finally here in Illinois, and bears aren’t the only animals waking up from their winter hibernation. Carpenter bees also rest through the winter to gear up for an active spring. [...]

Will My Brick Home Get Termites?

Many people falsely believe that termite problems are only possible in wooden homes. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. There are many factors in play when it comes to what attracts termites to [...]

Four Illinois Rodents That Want to Move Into Your Home

Midwestern winters send everyone indoors, including rodents. During much of the year, rodents are driven indoors to seek out shelter and food. They’ll help themselves to your food stash and leave [...]

How to Pest-Proof Your Home With Caulk

Pests and insects can squeeze their way into your home through the most minuscule of openings. One of the most successful pest prevention tips is to literally seal off your property from pests. [...]