Bugged by pests? You are not alone! Most households and businesses face common pest problems.
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How long do mosquitoes live? The mosquito life cycle is short under the best circumstances. Very few mosquitoes live a long life, and very few people feel bad about that. Even though mosquito lives are short, their bites can have lasting consequences for people infected with mosquito related diseases. West Nile Virus, malaria and Zika […]
Don’t let itching or scratching cast a shadow over your summer — your kitchen may hold natural solutions for whatever ails you! From home remedies for soothing sunburns and itch relief, to homemade beauty treatments, you can solve your own problems naturally without ever leaving home. Bug Bites Mosquitoes, gnats, and chiggers are just a […]
Counting the itchy red bumps that dotted our arms and legs was something of a summer ritual when I was a child. At the time, things like West Nile virus and Zika weren’t even on my radar. Now as a parent, the sound of mosquitoes buzzing in our ears and the sight of kids scratching […]
Mosquitoes are dangerous insects because of their ability to rapidly spread disease. They are widespread around the world affecting urban, suburban, and rural populations. Zika is an example of a virus that can be transmitted to people through mosquito bites. In 2015 and 2016, a large outbreak of the Zika virus caused a national public […]
Mosquito infestations are very common during the summer, especially around areas with water. Unfortunately, these pesky insects are known to cause itchy bumps on skin and can also spread Zika virus, West Nile virus, and other harmful diseases. To prevent them from making a home in your backyard it’s important to remove standing water sources. […]
Some people like to joke that the mosquito is their state bird, but there isn’t anything funny about Aedes aegypti. While there are many different kinds of mosquitoes, Aedes aegypti is the one that most commonly transmits dangerous, sometimes deadly diseases to people. This little bug can be a big problem, but a few simple […]
Some people joke that northern states only have two seasons: winter and road construction. But what about ‘skeeter season? Most folks know that as soon as it’s warm enough to hit the lakes, you better be ready to do the “mosquito swat” dance! In the southern central states, ants and ticks are abundant. Midwesterners have come […]
Did you know that a whole lot of snow can mean more mosquitoes? Or that an early spring can actually be a bad thing if you don’t like bugs? Rodents, insects, and other pests are affected by the weather. The National Pest Management Association studied the data and created a Bug Barometer to forecast pest […]
Where you live affects almost everything about your life, from the food you eat, the weather you enjoy (or loathe in some cases), the amount of crime, traffic and taxes you have to deal with — even the household pests you face. Winter Weather Affects Spring and Summer Pests Just like you, rodents and insects […]
EarthKind® knows natural solutions can solve most of life’s little nuisances. We hope you’ll follow and share these tips with your family and friends who are also interested in reducing their reliance on chemicals. Thank you for helping us #ClearTheCloud of dangerous toxins in the home! Banish cold sores. Many of us suffer from painful […]
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