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Summary: Camping is a popular summer hobby, but pest prevention makes it even more fun. This blog gives 10 easy ways to prevent pests from ruining the experience. Pointe Pest Control delivers targeted pest solutions. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Whether your kids are going to summer camp or your whole family is heading out on a weekend trip,…

Summary: Jurassic Park is an exciting film franchise, but is the mosquito aspect realistic? This blog answers the question by examining the details of movie/novel science, habits of real insects, core issues with the experiment, and real world applications. Pointe Pest Control provides efficient solutions. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ When we engage with fictional stories, we’re using our…

Summary: Ant control services often result in increased activity, but why? This blog provides the answers by looking into the typical control process and seeing how it impacts the colonies. Pointe Pest Control delivers efficient pest solutions. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ If you have an ant infestation, professional services are the way to go. The trained technician will…

Summary: One of the leading causes of food contamination is a pest invasion. This blog looks into the lives of 6 food-contaminating pests to learn how they ruin our food. Pointe Pest Control provides safe solutions to common pest problems. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Since food is an essential (and enjoyable!) part of life, it’s important to…

Summary: Bed bug bites aren't the most dangerous pest bites, but they still require treatment. This blog breaks down bed bug bites, including the feeding process, symptoms, treatments, signs, services, and prevention tactics. Pointe Pest Control provides family-friendly pest control all year long. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ So, you let the bed bugs bite…now what? That old saying…

Summary: All roaches are disgusting, but it's still important to know the difference between each common species. This blog takes a closer look at the key differences between German roaches and oriental roaches. Pointe Pest Control provides targeted roach treatments. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ It’s not a secret that roaches are disgusting creatures. They live in sewers…

Summary: The attic is often ignored, but it can become a pest haven before long. This blog details the destructive habits of 5 common attic pests. It also describes the signs of a pest infestation and the easiest ways to prevent one from happening. Pointe Pest Control provides tailored solutions for local pest problems. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________…

Summary: Ants are a major pest across the country, but one species stands out with its unique defense mechanism. This blog discusses the lives of odorous house ants, including their appearance, habitat, diet, and risk level. It ends with ant prevention tips. Pointe Pest Control provides reliable ant services all year long. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ A common…

Summary: Rodent pests are all frustrating and destructive, but Norway rats are one of the worst. This blog dives into the lives of the most common rodent pest in the U.S., including its habitat, diet, life cycle, and risks. Pointe Pest Control provides targeted rodent control for Illinois and Missouri homeowners. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Spring has us…

Summary: It's officially spring, and people are already enjoying the increased daylight hours and blooming flowers - but not the extra bugs. This blog describes the various ways that pests celebrate spring and prepare for their busiest season (summer). Pointe Pest Control provides efficient pest control services for springtime pests. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ We’ve finally crossed over…