Our Pest Control Blog

Seeing flying insects inside your home can be more than unsettling. In Houston, termite swarms are often a warning sign that a colony is already active beneath the surface. Learn the early signs of termite swarms and when to schedule an inspection to help reduce the risk of costly damage.

Pests are a common issue for homeowners, but did you know that they don’t just invade your kitchen or basement? In Texas, with its hot summers and mild winters, pests can thrive in many overlooked places in your home.

Ticks are more than just a nuisance — they pose serious health risks to your family and pets. And in Texas, where the climate stays warm for much of the year, the tick season can stretch from early spring well into late fall.

In Texas, where the bugs are bigger and the pests are tougher, homeowners often face a tough decision: tackle pest control on their own or call in the pros.

Texas homeowners know that with our warm climate and long summers, pests can be a year-round nuisance. Whether it’s ants in the kitchen, mosquitoes in the yard, or roaches in the garage, keeping pests out is a constant battle.

As spring rolls into Texas, it brings more than just bluebonnets and barbecue weather. Warmer temperatures, seasonal rains, and rapid plant growth create the perfect storm for increased pest activity across the state.

In Houston's warm, humid climate, proactive pest control isn't just smart – it's essential. With the right prevention strategies, homeowners can significantly reduce their risk of infestations and protect their investment.

According to the National Pest Management Association's (NPMA) latest Bug Barometer and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension data, Texas homeowners should prepare for increased pest activity due to changing weather patterns.

The warm weather that makes Houston such an enjoyable place to live also creates the perfect breeding ground for a wide range of annoying pests, including ants.

In Texas, we often hear about ticks and the dangerous diseases they can spread, but mites, their lesser-known close cou

There are plenty of great things about living in Texas. We enjoy friendly people, a thriving economy, and a mild climate for much of the year. However, the Lone Star State is also home to pests like ticks, which are known to carry diseases that can have serious health impacts.

Hantavirus was first identified in the U.S. in 1993 and found to be carried by the common deer mouse. It causes Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) in the U.S. and should not be confused with hantavirus originating in Asia which causes Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS).

The Zika virus has now spread to the U.S. and there is currently no vaccine to prevent it. According to UnitedHealthcare Global’s most recent update on the status of the virus, 75 percent of those affected with the virus will not show symptoms.

Mice can leave evidence of their existence long before they’re actually seen. They make scratching sounds behind walls, leave crumbs, chew photographs, and leave droppings near nesting sites or where food has been left out.

The CDC recently confirmed six cases of Zika virus-linked birth defects in the contiguous United States. That means that at least six babies were born, miscarried, or aborted due to Zika-related birth defects within the United States, and that’s not including U.S.