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Everything here comes from the people on the trucks rather than a marketing agency. This pest control blog for Texas homes covers identifying what you have, what stops it, and when a problem is worth handing over. 113 articles.
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Spring Bugs in DFW and When They Show Up
Spring bugs in DFW arrive in waves, from termite swarmers in February to mosquitoes in April and chiggers by May. See the month-by-month calendar.
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Do Bug Bombs Work on Roaches and Fleas?
Bug bombs kill insects in the open but miss roaches and ants hiding in cracks, and Texas logged 915 fogger injuries in 9 years. See what works better.
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How Often Do DFW Homes Need Pest Treatment?
Most DFW homes need pest treatment every three months, while homes by a creek or with an active infestation need monthly visits at first. See what fits.
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Pest Prevention Habits for DFW Homes
Good pest prevention comes down to food, water and shelter. See the habits that keep pests out of a DFW home and a season-by-season checklist.
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Every category collects what we have written about one pest: identification, prevention, and when to stop reading and call. The anchor says exactly what you get.
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Striped Bark Scorpions in DFW
The striped bark scorpion is the only scorpion in DFW. Its sting hurts but rarely needs a doctor. See how to spot one and why they get inside.
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Termite Queen Facts
A termite queen founds the colony and lays its eggs, but DFW's native queens never become giants. See how she lives and why killing her isn't enough.
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Roof Rats in Texas
Roof rats in Texas, often called tree rats, climb trees and power lines to nest in attics. See where they live, how they get in and what draws them.
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How to Get Rid of Ants in Potted Plants
To get rid of ants in potted plants, soak the pot in soapy water for 20 minutes, then fix what drew them in. See the steps and the DFW fire ant twist.
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Are Ants Good for Your Garden?
Most ants are good for your garden. They loosen soil and eat pests, but fire ants damage okra and potatoes. See which DFW ants to keep and which to treat.
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Sugar Ants in Texas
Sugar ants in Texas are usually pharaoh ants, tiny tan ants that split into new colonies when sprayed. See the 4 look-alikes and what ends a trail.
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Giant Mosquitoes in Texas
Giant mosquitoes are real in Texas. The gallinipper has a half-inch body and a painful bite, but most giants are crane flies. See how to tell them apart.
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Natural Pest Repellent Options Ranked by Evidence
Oil of lemon eucalyptus is the natural pest repellent with the best evidence against mosquitoes. See 8 home remedies rated, from grits to wristbands.
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Bugs in the House in Winter
Bugs in the house in winter are escaping the cold or waking up on warm days. See which DFW winter bugs come indoors, where they hide and why.
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Pest Control Methods Compared
The main pest control methods are sealing, baits, sprays, traps and growth regulators, tied together by IPM. See what each does best and its limits.
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When DIY Pest Control Works
DIY pest control works on ant trails, fire ant mounds and stray invaders, but rarely on German roaches, termites or attic rats. See what you can handle.
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Bugs in the House in Summer
Bugs come into the house in summer to find water and cooler air. DFW's 100-degree days push ants, roaches and scorpions inside. See what draws them in.
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