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...]
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...]
Are the pest control products you use harmful to my children or pets?
We use EPA registered products according to the label. Our technicians are well trained to responsibly handle and apply these products in a manner which is safe for your family and the environment. If you have specific health concerns or sensitivity, we can offer different solutions to your pest problems. SHS Pest Control is GreenPro certified. GreenPro is the most widely … [Read more...]
Can anything be done to protect our family from ticks and mosquitoes so we can enjoy our yard?
Yes, we have multiple programs depending on where your yard is situated and the landscape within. There is also a list of cultural practices we can provide to you that will help reduce populations of ticks and mosquitoes in your yard. … [Read more...]
Do Bumble Bees sting?
Yes, if their nesting area is provoked, but don't confuse Bumble Bees with Carpenter Bees. Carpenter Bees come back to the same areas every year (especially if not treated) to lay their eggs in wood. They are very active in May and June when they are mating. The females drill tunnels through the wood to lay their eggs. They will damage the wood if not treated. Bumble Bees … [Read more...]
