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Everyone knows about cockroaches. At this point, they’ve almost become shorthand for pests themselves. They’re creepy, unsanitary and notoriously difficult to eradicate. But not all roaches are the same, there are actually multiple different types cockroach species out there, eager to crawl into houses and make homeowners lives miserable. Since all these...

Mosquitoes thrive in hot, humid areas like the Southeast, especially in Savannah where there's plenty of rainfall and aquatic sites. The females lay their eggs in water, so it's important for them to have access to standing water in order to breed and to increase their population. These insects transmit diseases to people, making them a threat during the...

College dorms are meant to be places where students can hang out with friends, study, and rest. None of this is likely to be accomplished when your assigned dormitory has a pest problem. Though you should always expect to have access to a clean dorm room, here are a few pests that might nevertheless pop up from time to time while you are pursuing your...

Bed bugs have made a huge resurgence in the Savannah, Georgia, area during the past decade. Naturally, many homeowners are concerned about keeping these pests out of their beds, but did you know that the name bed bugs is a misnomer? Although they like to hang out in bedding because it makes it easier for them to feed on human blood, bed bugs can actually...

Cockroaches are a hardy group with approximately 4,600 separate species distributed around the world. About 50 different species are found in North America, but most types of roaches are content to make their homes outdoors. However, four species are considered major household pests in the Savannah area, finding human dwellings to be much more attractive...

Every spring, Savannah residents look forward to warmer weather. When people come out to play, mosquitoes are ready to ruin the fun. During April and May, I receive many calls from customers asking what they can do to keep mosquitoes off their properties and away from their families. In most cases, a strong defense is the best way to minimize infestations....

Rats, like mice, are known for squeezing into tight areas in order to find food and shelter in your home. They can find their way inside through holes, cracks or gaps that are under doorways, windows, floorboards or in the ceiling. Once they find a way in, they create a hidden nest for their family. Predominantly they enjoy nesting in higher areas, such as...