Africanized Killer Bees VS European & American Honey Bees in Stafford County, VA
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Worst Summer Pests
Virginia’s worst summer pests are ticks, mosquitoes, bees and wasps. Many of these pests are capable of causing illnesses and even death. Not too long ago a local Virginia resident was attacked and killed by a swarm of killer bees. Although many people are familiar with the threat that killer bees can pose, they sometime over react when they come across a regular honey bee colony versus a killer bee colony. Honey bees pose very little threat and are increasingly becoming more and more endangered of going extinct. Should this happen, it will lead to serious agriculture problems. Today Eagle Pest Services will share how to identify honey bees versus killer bees to help more people--either residential or commercial property owners-- know when to contact a pest control company.
Where Do German Roaches Come from & How to Get Rid of Them in Gaithersburg, MD
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Are Cockroaches Harmful to Health?
Evidence suggests that cockroaches have been around for over 300 million years. They are extremely adaptable and can breed at a rate of up to six generations each year! The German cockroach is the most common species of cockroach and one of the most common species of cockroach found in homes, apartments, hotels and restaurants. They are found throughout the United States and are responsible for outbreaks of illness and allergic reactions in many people. Food poisoning, diarrhea, dysentery and other diseases can be transmitted by German cockroaches. The reactions that occur from German cockroach allergens can make asthma attacks even worse. Allergic responses include skin rashes, watery eyes and sneezing, congestion of nasal passages and asthma.
How to Avoid Bed Bugs When Sleeping in Hotels this Summer Vacation in Leesburg, VA
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How Easily Do Bed Bugs Spread?
The school year has come to a close and many families are planning a new vacation adventure. There are many fun destinations planned for so many of us. However there are times when travelers discovered they brought back more then just fond memories and souvenirs. Some will bring home bed bugs. Yes, bed bugs are often brought home while families travel and rest in public dwellings. Of course this doesn’t mean every hotel, inn, or motel is crawling with bed bugs. However with the high rate of visitors, you never know when they may be brought in. That’s why Eagle Pest Services will share some tips on how to avoid bed bugs during your next family vacation.
How to Keep Ants from Coming into Your Chantilly, VA House, Kitchen & Yard
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Common Ways To Keep Ants Away from Your Home
With the warmer temperatures setting in you will start to see more and more pests emerge. The pests that enjoy and need the warm weather come out in the spring and can be a problem all the way through the summer. One of the pests that are a real problem for people are ants. They are a pesky pest that invades homes and outdoor barbeques all summer long. They are aggressive in the fact that they are constantly working to collect food for the queen and the colony. They don’t let much stand in their way and if there is something in the way there are always more ants coming. The ants cannot be treated on the spot because of the massive amounts of ants that live in a single colony. The best way to deal with an infestation of ants is to get them at the source. That can be difficult and the number one rule with any pest is to do everything you can to prevent a problem before it starts!
