Pest Control News from U.S. Pest

Now you see them … Now you don’t! You may call these long, brown insects “stick bugs,” or walking sticks because they blend in with their habitats remarkably well. But did you ever wonder how they came to be so impressively camouflaged?

Mice usually invade homes in the fall between October and February. They look for shelter from the cold and food – two things your house can provide. But there’s more to these rodents than eating cheese and stealing your crumbs. Mice can be dangerous for your family, and they’re especially difficult to keep out of…

Ever wondered what it would be like to walk on water? We have too. One of the most fascinating bugs (in our opinion) is the water strider. Water striders have the ability to not only walk – but jump on water! The coolest part? Scientists have figured out how to make robots that can do…

Parents’ Day is on Sunday! Since 1994, American families have observed this day (every fourth Sunday of July) to recognize the values and actions of all dedicated parents.

Have you seen ants crawling around your home lately? If you answered yes, you’re not alone. Ants are one of the most common household pests. Unfortunately, when ants enter your home, they often bring an entire army that’s ready for battle. So, what can you do to win the war and get rid of those…

Did you know Nashville was recently named the #10 worst mosquito city in the Nation? These pesky insects are everywhere, and they can ruin your summer if you’re not prepared for them.

We recently added Ron Schwalb, our resident Board Certified Entomologist and Corporate Technical Director, to the team here at U.S. Pest Protection. Ron sat down with us to share his knowledge of the pest management industry and his passion for all things creepy-crawly. Here are the highlights:

You may have heard that entomologist Ron Schwalb recently joined the U.S. Pest Control team. We are thrilled to have someone of Ron’s experience on our team. But for those that don’t deal with bugs, you might be wondering, “what is an entomologist?”

As you may know, every year on April 22 we celebrate Earth Day. But did you know that U.S. Pest provides green and alternative programs for managing pests in and around your home? In honor of Earth Day 2015, here are some alternative methods for controlling critters outside your home this spring.