Payne Pest Management shares free and educational resources for parents and teachers This time of year it seems like everywhere you turn, there is a back-to-school ad. Gearing up to send your kids back into a learning environment can be…
Mice are very active creatures. They have high metabolic rates, and they spend most of their day running around looking for food. But how do their activity patterns change when they enter the home and how does this affect an…
The black widow is never a pretty sight, but there are several spider species out there that get confused for the black widow. In fact, there is a group of spiders that are specifically referred to as false black widows…
Odds are that if you see ants in your home, they are there to get some food. Different ant species will have different diets, but most will be attracted to either protein, sugar or fat. Let’s take a look at…
There are over 3,000 mosquito species in the world, and 176 on the North American continent. Of these 176 species, a handful are capable of spreading dangerous diseases. In this article, we’re going to cover these species and the diseases…
What are fire ants? When we talk about fire ants from a pest control perspective, we usually refer to red imported fire ants. These fire ants are an invasive species, and they are very aggressive. It is estimated by the…
Whenever you see an ant infestation, it seems like it almost came out of nowhere. One night you got to sleep, and the next morning the ants are all over your kitchen. Well, the good news is that this invasion…
Black widows are one of the most dangerous pest species that you can have in your home. As such, it’s important to know what causes black widow infestations and how you can prevent them. Access to the home Like any…
American cockroaches are major pests in US homes, and by understanding their diet, you will be better able to prevent infestations by denying them food sources. Let’s find out what the diet of the American cockroach looks like. What do…
Garden spiders are a common and somewhat unpleasant sight in the summer and autumn. However, do they pose any threat to you or your pets? Are they poisonous? Let’s find out! What is a garden spider? Garden spiders can refer…
Spiders are a very common house pest, and for the most part they are harmless. However, if you end up with a species like the black widow, brown recluse, or even the hobo spider in your home, you have to…
