Written by: Robin L. Tabuchi, Research Entomologist, University of California, Berkeley. For many of us, summer vacation means spending time with family and friends, relaxing and travelling. Although I love travelling, there’s one pest I don’t look forward to sharing my vacation with; the infamous, blood-sucking bed bug! By now you’ve all heard of bed … Continued
Written by: Robin L. Tabuchi, Research Entomologist, University of California, Berkeley. Valentine’s Day has come and gone. Although love is still in the air, a much-needed breakup is on the horizon. I’m talking about breaking up with bad “pest” habits. Follow these tips to kick a sour relationship with everyday pests to the curb. Kiss … Continued
Written by: Robin L. Tabuchi, Research Entomologist, University of California, Berkeley. Considering it’s February, I’m guessing many of you have already forgotten your New Year’s resolutions. Whether you vowed to hit the gym, learn to cook like Gordon Ramsey or finally clean your rain gutters, let’s make a few easy pest prevention resolutions that won’t … Continued
Today, we are going to explore how to keep your house clean to ensure your home is consistently pest-free. Even the cleanest homes might occasionally encounter pest problems, but simple, frequent cleaning can greatly reduce the chances of pest invasions. Insects and other critters will happily make themselves at home wherever there is food and … Continued
You have investigated your home and have studied and prepared for applying appropriate solutions to the problems you encountered. Now it is time for you to ensure a safe and healthy home by eliminating entry ways for any pest problems you may have. Pests like mice, spiders, and ants seek places that fill their basic … Continued
Now that you have investigated your home environment for pest infestations, the next step in the I.N.S.P.E.C.T process is to study these problems and prepare to take action against them. You never know what that tiny pest crawling around your kitchen floor might be, especially since many pests appear different throughout the various stages in … Continued
As we nestle in to the warmth and comfort of our homes this fall and winter season, remember that pests are also looking for a warm and safe place to spend the winter. Don’t let your home become a haven for unwanted roommates. As the cooler weather approaches, you can keep a safe, pest-free home … Continued
Summer showers are not only bringing flowers this season but also a flurry of ants to the Southeastern region of the United States. As Florida residents are baffled by the dramatic spikes in infestation, experts say the rain may be to blame. “What’s happening is after it rains, they’re going to send out swarmers, kings and … Continued
It’s been one hot summer. Months of record high temperatures have brought waves of intense heat, leaving much of the Southwestern United States in severe and extreme drought. Such hot and dry conditions often send pests on a mission to find water, which unfortunately sends them into our homes and living spaces. These conditions have … Continued
Debug the Myths and RISE announce the second annual National Inspect and Protect Week, October 3-7, a week dedicated to helping homeowners better understand how to protect their homes, lawns and communities from insects, rodents and weeds that cause health problems and property damage. Leading up to National Inspect and Protect Week, our blog will … Continued