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Pests Love These 8 Forgotten Places! It’s not a secret that pests come from anywhere and live wherever they want, much to our chagrin. Sometimes, we overlook the favorite hiding places of pests in our very own homes. After all, a couple of bugs scurrying across the kitchen floor are more obvious than a family…

5 Frequently Asked Questions About Carpet Beetles Carpet beetles are perhaps the most appropriately-named pest ever. It’s a beetle that lives in carpet and eats the fibers, hence the name “carpet beetle.” The good news is that these pests don’t bite or sting us, and they essentially want nothing to do with us. But the…

5 Rose Pests That Ruin Your Blooms Roses are one of the most famous flowers ever. Between their affiliation with Valentine’s Day and their constant presence in the floral department of every grocery store, roses are at the forefront of our flower conversations. These beautiful flowers have thorns to defend themselves, but even these spikes…

The Importance Of Flea & Tick Prevention For Pets Since our dogs and cats (usually) spend a lot of time outside, it’s only natural that they stumble upon some critters in their space. A rogue squirrel or a fluttery butterfly might catch their eye, especially during the warmer months. But two creepy-crawlies that are easy…

Can You Solve These 10 Pest-Themed Riddles? Brain teasers and puzzles are one of the easiest ways to stretch our brain muscles every day. From the daily crossword in the newspaper to a sudoku puzzle you found online, there are endless possibilities for new puzzle discoveries these days. So, we had a thought: why not…

How To Prepare For Summer Pests Summer is almost here, which means three things: school is almost out, the weather is warming up, and insects are ready to bug us (literally) again. Since insects rely on the temperature for their energy levels — they’re more active in hot weather — they thrive in the summer.…

6 Pressing Questions About Cicadas In 17 states, cicadas are making their presence well-known by creating a bunch of noise and flooding yards with their exoskeletons and dead brethren. Illinois and Missouri are two of the impacted states during this emergence, so if you’re seeing an army of cicadas in your backyard, you are not…

8 Fun Bug-Themed Crafts To Do With Your Kids Happy Mother’s Day from Pointe Pest Control! This weekend is all about celebrating the wonderful mother figures in our lives and everything they do for our families. DIY crafts are always a fun way for parents to spend quality time with their children, and there is…

How To Teach Your Kids About Household Pests Being the naturally curious spirits that they are, children ask countless burning questions about the world around them. Encouraging kids to ask questions is extremely beneficial to their development and gives them space to form interests and passions. One such interest - or fear, depending on which…

The Clear Signs Of A Roach Infestation One of the most dreaded pests across the country, cockroaches are sneaky critters that never seem to know when they’re not wanted. They can survive in a variety of environments and don’t have to live in the “dirty” places we associate with them because of their depictions in…