Most spiders in and around your home are not dangerous to you, your family, and your pets, but there are a couple you need to watch out for. The black widow and brown recluse spiders are venomous and dangerous, especially to the elderly, small children, and pets. Here is some helpful information about both types of spiders so you know what to look for and can protect yourself and your pets.…
Read More »Bed bugs are no longer a rare threat. In fact, bed bug infestations are now so common that the media routinely publishes a list of the cities where they are most prevalent. An insect capable of causing painful bites to the skin of their human victims, bed bugs are able to hide in bedding, clothing, upholstery and other soft surfaces, making them difficult to see and eradicate. If you are concerned about keeping your home free of bed bugs, the following information will help you learn how to recognize the signs of an infestation and help you keep your home free of this pest.…
Read More »Rats are more likely to sneak into your home during the winter months and can carry a lot of different diseases. If you become infected with one of these illnesses, you can experience a lot of unpleasant symptoms and may require hospitalization. Here are five diseases rats carry: Hantavirus Hantavirus is one of the most deadly viruses rats carry, and it is quite easy to catch. According to WebMD, the most common ways people contract this disease is by breathing in dust contaminated with rat feces or from rat urine.…
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