There are several reasons why bugs can get into your house. Here are a few tips to make it hard for those crawly critters to get in. Trim back tree branches or shrubbery that touch your house. Shrubs that touch your house are bug “bridges”. Mulch is pretty but it provides ideal shelter for pests.…

It is better to place lights far away from your front door, using a pole light if possible.  If you must have porch lights next to your front door, it’s best to take a look at your bulbs.  Mercury vapor lamps are a high intensity discharge lamps.  Replacing these white standard mercury vapor lights with…

After the horror of discovering your home is infested with fleas, you’ll probably call a professional service to have the house treated.  Assuming you have read your labels and consulted your vet, you’ll probably shampoo, dip, powder, and spray your pet, as well. The next thing you need to do is vacuum – daily.  This…