Ticks are the worst they’ve ever been this year. If you’ve been hearing about them non-stop lately, you’re not imagining things. Across the state of Tennessee, a majority of homeowners are reporting more tick activity than ever before. Whether you’re spending time outdoors, walking your dog, hiking, or doing yardwork, it’s important to know where…
Did you know that your outdoor living spaces aren’t just for humans? That’s right. Pests love them too, especially in the spring and summer months. Anything from decks, porches, or outdoor patios are a dream hotspot for a variety of pests. Insects are looking for anything that’s going to help them survive, such as shaded…
This is going to come off as a little intense for some people. We’re not trying to scare you, but we want to prepare you as we start gearing up for another hot Tennessee summer. Every year, our team at U.S. Pest gets thousands of calls from homeowners wondering why pests are starting to appear…
You’ve heard it before. When the temperatures rise, homeowners start noticing a major spike in pest activity. And one of those pests can be a little unsettling to some people. Whether it’s giant American roaches or smaller German roaches, the warm air creates the perfect environment for them. But here’s where it gets a little…
First things first. If you’ve noticed more spiders around your home lately, you’re not imagining things. From webs in the corner of your ceiling to surprises in your basement, spider activity is rapidly increasing this time of year. And here’s the reason why. A majority of spiders are extremely independent and prefer living alone. They…
If you’re a homeowner, there’s a reason you came across this blog. Middle Tennessee’s swarming season starts in the spring and runs through the early summer. During this time, thousands of homeowners often miss one of the biggest warning signs of a termite infestation: Swarmers. Here’s the thing. Most people think the flying insects around…
If you’ve been noticing more wasps around your home this time of year, it’s completely normal. Every year, Middle Tennessee experiences more wasp activity when the weather starts warming up. They take the hot and humid weather as a sign to start building their colonies. From paper wasps to yellow jackets, stinging insects are becoming…
Have you been watching the news lately? If so, you’ve probably been hearing all about the recent hantavirus outbreak. Several passengers from a cruise ship off the coast of West Africa have caught this virus and are currently being treated for it. Health officials around the country have been closely monitoring this disease. Here’s the…
If you live in Middle Tennessee, you’re going to want to keep reading this. Tick season is at its peak and we want to remind you of the different types of ticks and diseases they spread. A recent news article stated that emergency room visits for tick bites are at an all-time high right now….
Okay Middle Tennessee. We need to get serious for a second. The Tennessee Department of Health is urging all Tennesseans to take action against tick-borne illnesses, such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and alpha-gal syndrome. There’s not a more perfect time to protect yourself, your family, and pets this season with our Mosquito,…
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