Pest Articles

Tick Bites: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Worry

August 28, 2026

Learn the common symptoms of tick bites from 5 different types of ticks, proper treatment methods, and when it’s time to seek medical care.

No Signs of Bed Bugs But I Have Bites: What Is It?

August 27, 2026

Do you have bug bites but no signs of bed bugs? Learn how to identify bed bug evidence, compare common bite symptoms, and see what else could be biting you.

Why Are Stink Bugs So Bad This Year? 13 States Could See Earlier Stink Bug Activity in 2026

July 10, 2026

Stink bugs are emerging earlier in 2026 in certain areas due to mild winter conditions. See if you live in one of the 13 affected states.

7 Mosquito Predators: What Eats Mosquitoes?

July 9, 2026

View several natural mosquito predators including dragonflies, birds, bats, frogs, and more and find out if “mosquito eaters” A.K.A. crane flies really eat mosquitoes.

Why Are Ticks So Bad This Year? States Seeing Increased Tick Activity in 2026

June 17, 2026

Ticks are most active during warmer months, but weather conditions in 2026 are expected to bring earlier and heavier tick activity across 35 states. Learn why tick populations are increasing, which areas are most affected, and how to protect your family, pets, and property.

What Do Bed Bug Bites Feel Like? Can You Feel When Bed Bugs Bite?

May 14, 2026

You usually can't feel when bed bugs bite, but they can become itchy and swollen in a pattern or small cluster of red bumps. Learn more and find a pest control professional.

What Do Stink Bugs Smell Like? How to Get Rid of Stink Bug Smells

May 7, 2026

Stink bugs can smell like strong herbs and spices like cilantro and coriander and may also smell like skunk or burnt rubber. Learn how to get rid of stink bug smells.

Six Pests to Watch for in the Spring & Summer 2026

May 5, 2026

View 6 pests to look out for this spring and summer, including ants, mosquitoes, termites, and ticks, plus regional trends and prevention tips to protect your home.

Why Do Rodents Gnaw? And What It Is Doing to Your Home?

May 4, 2026

New research shows that nerve signals from rodents’ teeth can trigger dopamine pathways in the brain, making gnawing a rewarding behavior. Learn how to protect your home.

Chigger Bites vs. Flea, Bed Bug, Tick, and Mosquito Bites

May 4, 2026

Learn how to tell the difference between chigger bites and bites from fleas, bed bugs, ticks, and mosquitoes.

How Cockroaches Destroy Indoor Air Quality

February 3, 2026

NC State research shows cockroach infestations damage indoor air quality. Get the details.

Is It Normal to Have Spiders in Your House?

January 26, 2026

It’s perfectly normal to have spiders in your house, especially during seasonal changes. Learn how many are normal and when to contact a pest professional.