It’s the middle of the night and you’re awakened by a soft “chirp”. No, it’s not the low battery signal on the smoke detector, it’s a cricket! “Chirp!”… “Chirp!”… “CHIRP!” it seemingly becomes louder and sleep becomes impossible. The next thought that comes to your mind is how do I get rid of crickets? The […]
Pests That Are Common in Arizona
Every state has its share of annoying insects and rodents that cause damage to your house or cause harm to your loved ones and pets. Arizona is no exception. Keep reading for common pests that you can find in your house. Cockroaches The most commonly found species of cockroaches found in Arizona are the Brown-banded […]
Home Watch Service Is an Investment in Your Investment
Many Green Valley and Sahuarita residents are seasonal residents who take advantage of our mild late-fall through early-spring months and escape the intense heat of the summer months. While they’re in town they enjoy our many outdoor activities, local entertainment and arts, and look after and maintain their properties just like any local homeowner would. […]
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5 Tips for Tackling Termites
Even with our dry weather, termite control in Arizona is an ongoing concern for residents and businesses. Subterranean termites are a pervasive nuisance that can cause serious damage — both to your house and your finances — without prompt removal and proper prevention. To help you protect your property, here are five key tips for […]
Keep Pests Out of Your Holiday Baking Recipes
Many people associate the holiday season with baking a variety of treats and sweets with family and friends. However, opening up a bag of flour or sugar and finding small insects can cause all of that to come to screeching a halt. There are many different species of beetles, weevils, and moths that can infest […]
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Why Rodents Invade Your Home
The presence of rodents is often thought to indicate that your home is unclean. Given the number of diseases rodents like rats carry, that is true once they have moved in. However, rodents are not always a sign of poor housekeeping. There is a multitude of reasons why rodents invade your home. Food and Water […]
Is Pest Control Necessary During The Winter?
This year, southern Arizona experienced a long summer and an unusually warm fall. However, we’ve started to cool down over the past couple weeks. As temperatures continue to cool, it might bring up the question of whether pest control service is necessary in the winter. In southern Arizona the answer is “YES!” It’s cool, but […]
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Why Do I Have Ants in My Clean House?
You take out the trash regularly, keep the dishes clean, and your sink is spotless. Your counters have nary a crumb, and your food is stored in airtight containers. You do everything you can to keep your home pristine… so why do you still have ants in your nice, clean home? Ants are the bane […]
When The Ants Go Marching, Call The Pros
For many people, the kitchen is the heart of the home and there’s nothing worse than the thought of little bugs climbing across counters, pantries, and cooking surfaces. Prevention The first line of defense when it comes to ant control is prevention. Like most pests, ants are attracted to food and water sources. Proper sanitation […]
When It Comes to Termites, Baiting Is Best
When it comes to controlling termites in southern Arizona there are many treatment methods. The most common termite species in our community is the subterranean termite which build their nests in the ground and send their workers through the soil in search of food eventually landing them in our homes and businesses. Therefore, treating the […]
