Bugged by pests? You are not alone! Most households and businesses face common pest problems.
We’ve made it our mission to provide naturally effective solutions, tips, and information so that we can all have freedom from pests and damage while preserving nature’s delicate ecosystem. Read the latest here.
April 10, 2024
7 minute read
Yes, many types of spiders do have the ability to bite humans. Many bites will cause minor irritation, but in some cases, they can lead to severe pain and reaction. How many times have you noticed a red bump on your skin and assumed it was a spider bite without knowing where it came from? […]
December 17, 2023
6 minute read
Seeing a mouse in the house is upsetting, but finding out that a rodent infestation has been lurking in your home for a long time is even worse. Knowing how to identify the signs of a pest problem will help you prevent infestations and keep your home pest-free. Finding mouse droppings or “mice rice” is […]
November 28, 2023
4 minute read
Everybody loves a trending data-filled list, and we found a list that’s released each year that we just can’t ignore here at EarthKind! The pest control professionals at Orkin continuously keep tabs of all the calls they receive each year and tally up the results to put together a rattiest cities list.They share the top […]
April 10, 2023
5 minute read
No one likes being bitten by bugs, especially during the summer when you’re trying to enjoy the outdoors. If it’s not mosquitos you’re worrying about, it’s black flies. When these pests bite, it hurts. Their bites leave itchy red bumps, so you’ll feel it if one does get you. But if a swarm takes a […]
March 9, 2023
7 minute read
What’s worse than finding a mouse in your house? Trying to figure out what to do with it! There’s a dark side of DIY pest control no one ever talks about. No one really ever talks about pest control anyway, and that’s understandable, but for your health, safety, and peace of mind, we’ve got to […]
December 9, 2022
5 minute read
Many years ago, my aunt had a cat that she had rescued from a shelter. Taz was a very spunky and curious guy. He could climb any tree and open any door. Taz loved to sneak out into the garage to explore new things. Normally, that wouldn’t be an issue, but this garage was filled […]
November 16, 2022
10 minute read
Tick prevention can be complicated. Ticks are sly, cunning little critters that are determined to wedge themselves inside the first warm-blooded host they cross paths with. If it sounds like they’re on the hunt for you, it’s because they are. In all seriousness, ticks can be a real threat to humans and animals. They can […]
December 21, 2020
4 minute read
Year after year, we deck the halls with bows and holly – sometimes we even sing “Fa-la-la-la,” along the way! We plan a special holiday menu, prepare delicious desserts, and maybe hang a bit of mistletoe above the doorway. Holidays are fun for the whole family, so even the pets get a special stocking placed […]
September 14, 2020
6 minute read
To some people, spiders are cool. To others, they are what nightmares are made of! Spiders tend to get a bad rap and not for good reason! Thanks to movies like Arachnophobia and urban legends of deadly spider bites, there’s no wonder they rank pretty high on the fear list! You may be wondering, are […]
August 27, 2020
5 minute read
Late summer is usually full of nature and its many wonders. Families make last-minute camping trips and enjoy long walks outdoors before school begins. Everything feels a little off course from being natural and full of wonder for many families this year. I find myself wondering, when or if, we’ll ever get back to our […]
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