by Ryan Horn | Aug 25, 2020 | Ask the Expert
by Shaku Nair, Dawn Gouge, Carol Olson, Shujuan Li, Ursula Schuch, Gene Hall, and Peter Ellsworth Giant mesquite bugs (Thasus neocalifornicus) are a common sight in desert southwest landscapes, particularly on mesquite trees during May-August. These impressively...
by Ryan Horn | Jul 12, 2019 | Pest Solutions
The importance of adopting pet-friendly pest control treatment Are you a pet owner? If yes, are you wondering how to eliminate pests without placing your pet in harms’ way? If you do, then you are in the right place. Owning a pet is one positive step towards...
by Ryan Horn | Jul 5, 2019 | Pest Solutions
The fact that pests are persistent and difficult to eliminate makes them a thorn in the flesh for most homeowners. Pests have become stronger; thus, over-the-counter pesticides do very little to eliminate them. For that reason, you should strongly consider enlisting...
by Ryan Horn | Feb 8, 2019 | Ask the Expert, Weed Solutions
Even in desert climates, weeds plague our lives. In Arizona, winter rains and monsoons lead to a considerable amount of weed growth both Fall and Spring. Because of this, it’s easy to spend hours hunched over, gloves on, while relentlessly pulling weeds only to wake...
by Ryan Horn | Jan 8, 2019 | Health and Environment
We have previously looked at the many reasons why packrats (also known as woodrats) can be one of the most destructive and stubborn pests your Arizona home can attract. The question we often get is whether or not packrats carry the dreaded hantavirus (HPS). Today we...
by Ryan Horn | Dec 12, 2018 | Health and Environment, Must Read, Pest Solutions
You might have heard the cute saying “Don’t let the bed bugs bite” but would you be surprised to know that you are more likely to be bitten by a bed bug today than you would have been 50 years ago? These persistent parasites were almost completely...
by Ryan Horn | Dec 5, 2018 | Must Read, Pest Solutions
When you think about some of the wildlife that causes the most property damage in Arizona, you may be surprised to find that one of the most destructive species is also one of the smallest. Woodrats, also known as pack rats, pose a threat to structures in your home,...
by Ryan Horn | Nov 27, 2018 | Ask the Expert, Must Read
Wintertime in Arizona is coming faster than you think, and the local spiders and scorpions are known to take shelter and go to ground in the winter months. Your house can make a very tempting abode to wait for springtime to roll around again. Additionally, shorter...
by Ryan Horn | Nov 5, 2018 | Ask the Expert, The Bug Blog
Is It Scorpion Season In Arizona? Scorpions are a familiar sight for homeowners in Tucson-area communities. Unlike other pests, they are much more than just a nuisance. They are tiny, yet dangerous arachnids. Their stings pose a real threat to children, adults, and...
by Ryan Horn | Oct 4, 2018 | Must Read, The Bug Blog
In the Tucson area, there are many species of spiders that make themselves unwelcome house guests. While some are fairly harmless pests, such as the tiny jumping spider and the hulking tarantula, there are some arachnids you really need to look out for. Today we are...
