The U.S. Pest News

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…

Summer’s in full swing, bringing its usual bounty of barbecues, pool parties, and other festivities. But along with the Popsicle and sandals come those universally hated pests: Mosquitoes! Mosquitoes lay their eggs in liquid, or any space that’s sufficiently moist. . They are seeking stagnant water sources such as gutters, downspouts, tires, toys, watering cans,…

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I GET MY HOUSE INSPECTED FOR TERMITES AND PESTS? Middle Tennessee has seen a lot of rain this past month and with that comes more pest and termite activity. Though the symptoms aren’t always obvious, your house is constantly changing due to weathering. Cracks and crevices may crop up in unexpected places,…

10 Engaging Facts There is one insect that just loves to ruin your relaxation time in the backyard. The Mosquito! Surprisingly these pesky insects have several interesting facts you probably have never heard before! 1. Only FEMALE mosquitoes bite to feed on your blood, the proteins provide the female with essential vitamins to help produce…

Save the date and come on out to the Tennessee Honey Festival September 8th at Hendersonville Memorial Park! Jay Williams of Williams Honey Farm will be presenting an overview of what it takes to be a successful beekeeper in Tennessee! Educate yourself on the fascinating world of beekeeping, honey production and saving our local Tennessee…

“Bee losses in Tennessee are averaging around 80 percent this year,” says Mike Studer, Tennessee’s state apiarist. “It’s as bad as it has ever been, especially when you consider the 10-year average loss before that was 35-percent. It’s a problem that in past years has garnered attention, but now the situation has reached a “crisis”…

We’re happy to report the U.S. Pest Bee Aware beehives are doing great right now! All 5 hives have solid queens and tons of activity. We are quite pleased with their progress. It appears that these workers are super dedicated and have been bringing in tons of nectar from the Locust tree all the way…

Spring has arrived! Well, we think it kind of is… After an unusually rough winter for beekeeping in Tennessee, the U.S. Pest Protection Bee Aware beehives have survived the battle and begun to bring in spring pollen and nectar. This time of year is always so exciting as it is filled with so much promise….