This is a banner year for yellow jackets and I want to make everyone aware that they should not be spraying these wasps when they see them entering an opening in a building. The nest is already in the building and is quite large at this time of year. Spraying over the counter wasp spray will drive them all into the building which is very dangerous. Now some information … [Read more...]
PROPER TICK REMOVAL
Situational awareness and effective personal protection measures are key to avoiding tick problems. Because soft ticks and many hard ticks favor animal dwellings (e.g., burrows, caves, nests) that serve as habitat for their natural hosts, try to avoid such areas if possible. Remember, soft ticks are nocturnal, fast-feeding ticks that do not attach for long periods to … [Read more...]
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MICE
The three most common species of mice likely to create pest pressures for property owners are the house mouse (Mus musculus), the deer mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus) and the white-footed mouse (Peromyscus leucopus). Each of these three mouse species is primarily nocturnal and is quick to escape from dangerous situations. If mice are seen during the day, … [Read more...]
When Carpenter Ants Awake
Carpenter Ants are found throughout North America. These large black ants are called Carpenter Ants because they live in wood. Unlike termites, carpenter ants do not eat wood. Carpenter ants are predators that feed mainly on small insects like aphids and inchworms. In temperate regions carpenter ant colonies hibernate in a state called “diapause” during the colder months. … [Read more...]
Ticks and Mosquitos
What You Should Know And What SHS Pest Control Can Do To Prevent Them! Ticks are more numerous today due to climate changes and increased urban development. Ticks become active in the spring and remain active until late fall. Tick prevention should begin as early as March. Based on the biology of ticks, the most effective control is achieved with treatments between March … [Read more...]
Five tips to protect your holiday decorations from pests
Thanksgiving is done and the holiday season in full swing, so it’s time to deck the halls of your home with festive decorations. Nothing makes a home merrier than lights and greenery, but could those jovial decorations be inviting in more than just friends and family to stop by for a cup of holiday cheer? Pests prefer to hide in out-of-the-way locations where they are less … [Read more...]
Zika Virus found in Florida, USA
Florida Finds Zika Virus in U.S. Mosquito for First Time The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has detected Zika in three mosquito samples from a small area in Miami Beach. The mosquitoes from Miami Beach that tested positive for Zika are from an area where increased trapping and intensified mosquito control measures are occurring due to the … [Read more...]
Time to treat for overwintering insects
Ladybugs, Stink Bugs, Western Conifers and Cluster Flies are all seeking outside structures to overwinter in September and October as the temperatures start to drop. Treatment for these bugs MUST be done at this time of year before they can get into the structure. They can be a nuisance and a problem at any time of year, but are especially an issue as the cooler weather sets … [Read more...]
No more fleas please…
Fleas can be a nuisance and problem any time of year but especially as the cooler weather sets in. Fleas can be brought into your home on cats, dogs or even rodents who are trying to find a warm place to spend the winter months. Much of the flea problem associated with pets has been eliminated by properly applying products offered by veterinarians to pet owners. However, … [Read more...]
QualityPro Certified since 2010
QualityPro is administered by the Foundation for Professional Pest Management, an independent organization that develops good business practices and standards for pest management companies in the US and Canada. Created in 2004, QualityPro has become the largest certification available in the industry. Governed by a board of representatives from across the country, this group is … [Read more...]
Take the Sting Out of the Carpenter Bee!
It’s all right there in its name: Carpenter bee. This dastardly creature is the real thing. Complete with the ability to chain saw its way through structural woods. Who are they, what damage can they rain down, and what can you do about them? These are the questions of the moment. Other than for their nuisance factor, most bee’s pose little threat to us. Among the exceptions … [Read more...]
Protecting children and pets while eliminating pests in your home
Many parents understand the importance of having a pest-free home. However, they also know that several chemicals used to control various pests are dangerous for pets and children. SHS Pest Control understands parents’ concerns and values every family member’s health. This is why they offer an alternative form of pest control, which is the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) … [Read more...]
