Common Summer Pests In Arizona
No one likes having pests in or around their home. Unfortunately, the warm summer weather can mean an increase in some of your least favorite pests. In this blog, we will discuss what some of those more common summer pests are in Arizona. Arizona’s Pests Though it’s unpleasant to think about, there are many pests […]
Common Spring Pests in Arizona
Spring is in full swing here in the Grand Canyon state. On top of pretty weather, longer nights, and fun times, that also means the return of active, spring pests. If you aren’t careful and proactive with your pest prevention, your house could quickly succumb to a devastating pest infestation. Luckily, your friends at Urban […]
What is Termidor? Everything You Need to Know
When implementing proper pest control, a few things come to mind that separate professional pest control from do-it-yourself (DIY) pest control: training, experience, and chemical treatments. With DIY pest control in terms of termites and ants, you can certainly try to fend off pests with bait traps or other sprays, but virtually nothing does the […]
Should You Do Your Own Pest Control?
While you may not be too worried about most pests during the cold winter, spring –and its pests– are right around the corner. Like most people in the Phoenix area, you’re probably worried about termites, cockroaches, spiders, mice, and more infesting your home. But with the hot and dry desert climate, Arizona pests can be […]
10 Ways to Prevent Pest Infestations
Just because the summer season and warmer weather are gone, that doesn’t mean your home is impenetrable from a pest infestation. The patterns and behaviors of pests certainly differ during the winter, so it’s important to stay vigilant to any signs of pests and do your part to keep them out. Before you know it, […]
Winter Pests in Arizona and How to Prevent Them
As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, many pests become virtually absent. The most annoying of them, such as bees, mosquitoes, and flies, a hideaway for the winter, and homeowners rejoice without their annoyance. But just because some pests are gone for the winter does not mean all of them are gone. […]
How Does Hot and Dry Weather Affect Pests?
You may notice that pests are more of a problem during the summer, and there’s a reason behind that. As you may know, insects are cold-blooded, so they rely on the outside temperature for heat. When there the weather is warmer, that also means they have more energy, making them more active and visible to […]
How Weather Affects Insect Problems
Arizona, although a great place to live with scenic views and a relatively low cost of living, is one of the worst states for pests. The hot and dry desert terrain welcomes a multitude of pest problems, especially termites, spiders, and scorpions. Unfortunately, infestations can still occur all year round, even outside of the scorching […]
Termites in Arizona: Different Types Guide
One of the worst and unfortunate things you want in your house are termites. Unfortunately, Arizona is known for having termites in various locations of Phoenix Homes. Termites in Arizona can be quite the problem. There’re a few main Termites in Arizona, such as the Subterranean, Drywood, and Dampwood Termites. In fact, only one state […]
