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Rats vs Mice: What’s the Difference?

Mice and rodents can be cute pets, but uncontrolled populations invading your home can spread disease and cause property damage. These rodents do tens of billions of dollars in damage to homes and businesses each year. While they look very similar at a glance, they are far more different than many people realize. So how […]

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Wasps of the Arizona Desert

Southern Arizona is home to several different native wasp species. Most wasps are able to sting multiple times (unlike bees) and use their stinger to paralyze their prey and that they use as the first meal for their newly hatched young. Paper Wasps Paper wasps are the most common wasps found in the Tucson and […]

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Which Plants in My House are Attracting Pests?

Your family is not the only one that enjoys houseplants. Unfortunately, these wonderful decorations also tend to make them the perfect habitats for unwanted pests. From soils as a place to live from food offered by the plant, many pests love houseplants.  Nearly every type of houseplant can attract pests, unless they have leaves poisonous […]

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Pack Rats – The Desert Scavenger

A few weeks ago, we received a call from a homeowner in Oro Valley, AZ who went out to turn on the pool heater before a family gathering and he found that pack rats had chewed through some wiring and the heater wouldn’t work. Luckily, the customer was able to get the heater fixed quickly […]

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Signs You Need a Professional Exterminator

No matter what kind of pest you have in your home, it’s never a pleasant experience. In rare cases, dealing with the issues with natural remedies, store-bought chemicals or traps is a viable option, but more often than not, relying on the experts is your best bet. Here are some signs that it’s time to […]

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