How to Prepare for Mosquito Season in Houston, Texas Not all mosquitoes die off over winter. Most male mosquitoes will die off during the winter, but the female mosquito can store fat during the winter, and some species of mosquitoes even lay eggs that can survive the winter. It is important to prepare for the…
The summertime is full of sun and fun, when you can get outdoors and enjoy all that this season supplies the five senses; fragrant flowers, gorgeous blue skies, bird’s singing, fresh fruit, and – ouch! – pesky mosquitoes! But have you ever wondered what happens to mosquitoes when the colder months arrive? Do they just…
The Impact of Rain When the rain comes, so do a mess of hungry blood-sucking mosquitos. Mosquitoes need water in order to survive for it is essential for successful breeding to happen. Unfortunately for us humans, mosquitos are very resilient and do not need much water to breed. Therefore when it rains, it is mosquito…
Avoid Lyme Infested Ticks With summer quickly approaching, the outdoor lover shivers at the thought of getting bit by a Lyme infested tick. Knowing what Lyme disease is can give you power as you keep your family safe and disease-free this summer. Caused by Borrelia Burgdorferi, Lyme disease is transmitted to humans through the bite…
Basic Steps to Keep Mosquitoes Away Do you enjoy spending your summer evenings outdoors, just enjoying your backyard with family and friends? Do you love the sound of Summer time, like the crackle and bang on 4th of July and the sizzling sound of burgers on the grill? Another summer sounds we are all too…
What plants can you plant in your yard to help deter mosquitoes? Did you know there are several types of outdoor plants you can plant around your yard that can help deter mosquitoes? Not only can they help deter pesky mosquitoes, but they can also enhance the beauty of your yard by adding bright colors…
What You Need to Know About Bug Bites Everyone has suffered from that incredibly itchy bite that keeps you awake at night, and no matter what type of bug bite you have, it is good to know what bit you. Learning to identify a bug bite by how it looks and feels will help you…
A Welcoming Home Houston provides a unique environment in which certain pests can thrive and become a serious problem. This is not good news for us! The first step in tackling this issue, is identifying which pests you should be most concerned with. Our experts have identified three common pests that should be on anyones…