Pest Control News from U.S. Pest

Have you seen this spider pop up in your newsfeed recently? Or maybe a friend messaged you about it. While most people have shared this story in good faith; please, don’t be alarmed. The Claim: A species of spider new to the United States has killed five people this summer. Packing a lethal bite, this…

…AND THE CLEAN SPACES? Crawlspaces were originally intended to be a cost-effective solution to build a strong foundation for the house that would be built upon it. However, rodents, snakes, spiders, and bugs love dirty crawlspaces. These guys not only live, reproduce and die in these moist spaces, they can also make their way into…

https://youtu.be/kzHQZG9A_Zc Wood decay destroys more homes than damage from fires and termites combined. While wood-eating fungi may not be as noticeable (or creepy) as pests with legs, fungi can set up shop in the fundamental structures of your home. Left unchecked, it can whittle away your wood. It will also threaten the structural integrity of…

WHY YOUR LAWN NEEDS AERATION As the fall season approaches and summer comes to an end, it’s still very important to care for your lawn. The month of September can be one of the hottest or most wet months of the year. Aeration is one of the best ways to pre-treat your lawn for the…

Especially when it comes to the deadly brown recluse. More often than not, this spider will not bite unless disturbed, but if they feel that you are a threat they will not hesitate to attack. Symptoms of a bite include: chills, fever, nausea, profuse sweating, and potentially death if left untreated. We’re here to help….

Like other types of wood-decaying fungus, white rot digests moist wood. This kind of rot leaves wood feeling soft and spongy. It also breaks down the lignin and cellulose in wood, turning the wood white and yellow. It may be out of sight and out of mind, but maintaining a clean and dry crawlspace is…

The brown recluse spider is one of the most common spiders found in Tennessee. Although they aren’t aggressive, they are sure to cause goosebumps when you encounter them. Here are 7 creepy facts about brown recluse spiders. 1. They Can’t Play Violin But Look Like Them. When you think of violins, you probably think of…

Doing whatever it takes includes doing whatever it takes to have fun! We’re looking for a few good men and women to join our squad at U.S. Pest. We’re more than just pest control and we believe you’re more than just an employee. We love people and we love taking care of our customers. Show…

This extreme heat is making the U.S. Pest Protection BeeAware bees work extra hard this year! These days if you stop by the hives you’ll see them hanging out at the front door madly fanning their wings to help cool down the inside of the hive. Check out these two close up videos shot this…