If you enjoy exploring the Great Outdoors and checking out the wildlife in their natural habitats you should take special care to protect yourself from the bites of ticks that may carry Lyme disease. The more you know about which ticks can carry the disease and when they are more present, the more you can…
If you own a home in Northern VA then you need to vigilant in your battle against certain pests. This is especially true when it comes to termites, as these bugs can do damage to your home if they are not taken care of in a timely fashion. Termites actually eat wood and a large…
Summer is a beautiful time in Northern Virginia, as it brings blue skies and warm sun, but it also brings with it a number of different pests and bugs. Although some of these bugs are useful members of your home ecosystem, others are simply pests that are not only annoying, but can even be dangerous.…
When summer rolls around in Northern Virginia it brings with it a number of new plants and creatures, some that are wanted and some that are not. Homeowners often find that the warm weather brings hordes of ants into the house looking for some food and a cool place to live. While one or two…
Northern VA homeowners know that termites can be one of the most troublesome pests to encounter. These wood eating menaces can do serious damage to the home and property if they are left unchecked, which is why it is important to get rid of them as quickly and thoroughly as possible. If a recent termite…
The time to get rid of an infestation is before it happens not when you spot ants marching their way through you kitchen. Once you find the ants and realize you have a problem, getting rid of them can seem almost impossible. Before you see ants in your kitchen, or any other room of your…
There are a multitude of pests that can be found in your Northern Virginia home, but the 3 most common pests are crickets, ants, and rodents. When there are major weather changes, insects and rodents that normally live outside move inside to protect themselves from the harsher elements. CRICKETS Crickets are a brown, nocturnal insect that…
Termite damage can be devastating, and it’s usually not covered by insurance. If you buy a home that’s been damaged by termites, the value may decrease rapidly. That’s why Northern Virginia lenders typically require that prospective homebuyers get a termite inspection prior to purchasing a home. Regardless if your lender requires an inspection or not,…
West Nile Virus is a potentially serious disease that is spread by mosquitoes. These insects bite birds that have been infected, then spread the disease to humans and other mammals when they bite them. According to the Centers for Disease Control, (CDC) 1 in 150 people who contract West Nile Disease experience serious symptoms. These…
Lyme disease is a disease spread by deer ticks in summer months. It is most common in wooded areas of the United States, such as Washington, Oregon, and the east coast. The disease has four stages, and sufferers can be severely disabled if Lyme disease is not diagnosed and treated during the early stages. Lyme…