Once the weather warms up, more people will be spending time in the great outdoors. Being outside during the spring can put you at risk for getting a tick bite. Below are some precautions you can take to avoid getting a tick bite this season. Protect Yourself Before you go outside, you can protect yourself…
A change in the weather can also impact the types of pests that appear. Do you know what types of pests are common during the springtime? If not, continue reading to discover what they are. Ticks Ticks have been known to rear their ugly heads in the spring. Since ticks can transmit Lyme disease to…
We have been designated as an “essential business” and we are still making house-calls. During the Covid 19 Pandemic Knockout Pest Control’s technicians will be providing you with the same high level of signature service we have always provided. We will remain ever diligent in our mission to place the safety of our employees, your…
It is nice to spend time in the great outdoors in the springtime. Once it is time to go back inside, make sure you do not allow any pests to come with you! Below are some tips that can help prevent pests from entering your home this season. Replace Decomposing Wood Do you have any…
The official start of spring is just around the corner! Homeowners can begin tending to their gardens once again as the weather warms up. Below are some tips that can help keep your garden pest-free all season long. Grow Plants That Repel Pests It turns out that pests are sensitive to smells just as we…
Spring break is finally here! That can only mean one thing–plenty of people will be traveling to exotic vacation spots to relax and unwind. Below are some tips to help spring breakers avoid bed bugs during their travels. Inspect Beds & Pieces Of Furniture It is common knowledge that bed bugs could be hiding in…
Pets can add so much joy to your life and really become part of the family. Unfortunately, pets can experience health problems when they are exposed to fleas and ticks. Below are some tips that will help you keep these pests far away from your furry friends. Bathe & Groom Them Be sure to bathe…
Bed bugs have been known to hide in beds–hence the name! However, there are other places where bed bugs love to hide. Keep reading to find out what they are. Handbags You can find almost anything in a woman’s purse–apparently including bed bugs! When handbags are put on the floor or near a piece of…
When some people discover pests in their home, they may try to handle this issue on their own. This is never the suggested route to go down. Below are some situations that require the help of a professional pest control company. Termites Termites can chomp through wood and cause serious damage to the structure of…
Pests could be hiding in your home without your knowledge. It is up to each homeowner to be on the lookout for pests. Keep reading to learn about the most common hiding places for pests. Closets It is scary to think that there could be pests living inside your closet! Pests are drawn to closets…