Pest Control Blog Archives - Bill's Home Service Company

Protecting Your Home and Vehicle from Pack Rat Infestations

Pack Rat in the desert during the day.

Pack rats, also known as woodrats, are common pests in southern Arizona, particularly around the greater Tucson and Green Valley areas. These rodents are notorious for their nesting habits and tendency to hoard items, which can lead to significant damage to homes, vehicles, and other structures. By understanding what makes pack rats unique and how […]

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It’s Termite Season in The Desert!

Subterranean termites

Subterranean termites are a significant concern for southern Arizona homeowners—including Tucson and Green Valley. These pests can cause extensive damage to homes if not identified and treated promptly. Understanding what subterranean termites are, the infestation signs to look for, and how to treat them can help protect your property and potentially save you thousands of […]

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Common Pest Problems After a Thunderstorm

Giant Desert Hairy Scorpion

Thunderstorms can be a welcome reprieve from the relentless heat in southern Arizona, but they can also bring a host of pest problems into homes and yards. As a local, family-owned pest control business serving greater Tucson and the southern Arizona region, Bill’s Home Service prioritizes educating homeowners on what to look out for after […]

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Understanding the Annual Cicada: A Summer Visitor in Southern Arizona

As we progress through the summer months in Tucson and throughout southern Arizona, residents are greeted by the familiar and distinctive low buzzing sound of the annual cicada. This iconic insect is particularly prominent leading up to and during the summer monsoons. Unlike their relatives in other parts of the U.S., which may have life […]

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The Green June Beetle: A Common Summer Visitor

As the temperatures continue to be high in the Tucson area and the sun beats down, you might be noticing a familiar summertime guest: the Green June Beetle, affectionately known as the June Bug. These buzzing beetles are a common sight during the warmer months and can often be found flitting around yards, lights, or […]

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Prevention Tips for Keeping Your Home Weed-Free After Monsoon Rains

As the scorching summer approaches in Tucson and Green Valley, so does the anticipation of the monsoon season. While these rains bring much-needed relief from the heat, they also pave the way for an unwelcome guest: weeds. The months leading up to monsoon season are critical for homeowners to take proactive measures to prevent weed […]

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Local third generation business Bill’s Home Service celebrates 60 years of home and community service

Going broke as a 33-year-old farmer with a wife and three kids to support at the time, Bill Bennett started Bill’s Home Service on the foundation of providing superior service. Providing various home services like landscaping, pool cleaning, pest control, swamp cooler repair, trash service, and more, he worked hard every day hoping he would earn enough money for a bag of beans to feed his family. Today, co-owned by his grandsons, Bill, 43, and Ryan, 38, Bill’s Home Service is celebrating its 60th anniversary. The family business is now one of the largest providers of pest, weed, and termite control in southern Arizona. Their continued legacy follows the same business model of providing superior service –  not only to customers, but to their team members. […]

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How to Identify Pest Infestations for Homeowners & Businesses

When it comes to pest invasion in our Tucson and Green Valley homes and businesses, the terms “bugs” and “insects” are often used interchangeably. However, there are differences between them and even a whole group of “arachnids” that fall outside the two. Understanding this disparity can aid in effective pest control strategies and help homeowners […]

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American Cockroaches vs German Cockroaches: What’s the Difference?

At Bill’s Home Service, our goal is to help you understand which pests may invade your home and how to best handle them. Cockroaches are one of the most common types of pests we treat for Green Valley and Tucson homeowners. What most people don’t know is cockroach treatments differ depending on the species and […]

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Ring in the New Year with a Pest & Weed-Free Tucson Home: 3 Resolutions for 2024!

As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome 2024, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the changes we want to make in our lives. While many people focus on personal resolutions, why not extend the spirit of improvement to your home as well? This year let’s make three resolutions to protect your home from […]

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