Eight Legs, No Respect: Why Spiders Have Such a Bad Reputation

Humans have been fascinated with spiders for centuries – the contrast of their strange, alien-like bodies with the intricate beauty of their shimmering webs is a sight many have awed at. Like [...]

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 [...]

Spiders and the Illinois Cold: Not the Escape You Expected

If you harbor secret fears of spiders invading your home in droves this winter, put them to rest. The Illinois cold may drive you inside, but spiders have different ways of warding off chills [...]

6 Tips for Pest-Free Outdoor Living

This year more than ever, you’re likely spending more and more time outside. If you have plans to have a backyard barbecue with family or work in the garden on the weekends, the last thing you [...]

5 Tips for Preventing Winter Pests

Cold wintertime temperatures surely kill off pests, right? Unfortunately, that’s not the case. Although pest problems are certainly more common in the spring and summer, pests and insects in the [...]

How to Get Rid of Christmas Tree Pests

One of the most common holiday traditions is picking out a Christmas tree. Not only are Christmas trees festive—they also smell great and are a beautiful decoration for our homes this time of [...]