Alabama locals know all too well that it’s not the heat; it’s the humidity.  Pests are attracted to moist and humid areas because they provide the perfect environment for them to breed and thrive.  Unfortunately, Alabama tends to be humid, making…

Unique twists and odd growths aren’t uncommon on our backyard trees, and you might even say it gives them character. But if you’ve ever stared at your tree and wondered why that strange nest-like structure looks so deformed, keep in mind…

Roses are ancient blooms commonly grown for their beauty and medicinal value. They’re planted in gardens and homes to transform the environment with their elegant colors and delightful fragrance. If you’re looking for a cheap but highly effective way of…

This is a question frequently asked of professional pest control experts. Before looking at the possible causes of such an infestation, let’s take a moment to understand the creature itself. What Exactly Is a Silverfish? The name has been known…

Are you constantly seeing ants with a dark brown or black coat in your home? If so, it’s very likely you have an infestation of carpenter ants on your property. Carpenter ants can easily be differentiated from regular ants by…

Many homeowners don’t realize that aphids are one of the most common garden pests. If you want to curb their population and avoid dealing with an infestation, try some of these simple methods for getting rid of aphids. 1) Remove…

Your home is a place of comfort, but not only for you — plenty of other creatures find it comfortable, too. Of course, many of those creatures might make you less comfortable in your home. Like centipedes, for instance, which can show up…

Warmer weather during the summer is considered the most active season for ticks. Two things usually come to mind when people think about ticks. First, they give most people the creepy-crawlies. Second, they dig in and suck blood until they’re extremely…

Here’s a surprising fact: cow ants aren’t ants. They’re wasps. You can identify a cow ant by its red coloring and stark black stripe. The females of the species are wingless, which may explain why they are commonly mistaken for…