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Bedbugs: Understanding Their History and How to Prevent Them

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Bedbugs have been around for centuries, and despite modern advancements in pest control, they continue to plague homeowners and businesses worldwide. As experts in bedbug prevention, University Termite & Pest Control has years of experience identifying, treating, and preventing bedbug infestations. This article will explore bedbugs’ history, travel patterns, and effective prevention and control methods. […]

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Termite Damage: More than Just Wood

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University Termite & Pest Control is Arizona’s leading pest control company and understands the significant damage that termites can cause to homes and other structures. While many people associate termites with wood damage, these pests can also harm other materials, such as paper, cardboard, and fabrics. Termites can also pose health risks through exposure to

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Types of Termites: Telling the Difference

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Termites are common pests that can cause extensive damage to homes, businesses, and other structures. Therefore, correctly identifying the type of termite infestation is crucial for effective pest control and prevention. At University Termite and Pest Control, our experienced technicians are trained to identify different types of termites. In this blog, we will discuss the

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Cockroaches: Fact and Fiction

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Cockroaches are one of our planet’s most resilient living creatures, surviving in almost any environment. Unfortunately, over time, cockroaches have come to be associated with various myths and superstitions, some perpetuated by their mysterious behavior. At University Termite & Pest Control, we understand the challenges of dealing with a cockroach infestation. We provide specialized treatments

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Rats vs. Mice

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Did you know that there are multiple breeds of rats like there are dogs? Of course, we all know rats can come in different sizes, but another common mistake made by homeowners is mistaking small rats for mice and vice versa. We will review the differences between the two to confidently decide what you saw

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Rat Removal Tucson

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Have you ever considered that you might not be the only ones living in your home? Rats can come into your house and hide within the crevices and walls to go unnoticed for some time. House mice, pack rats, and even raccoons can find the contents of your pantry very appetizing. Nearing the time of

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When the bug bites and the bee stings: Not one of our favorite things

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Not all insects are programmed to take a taste of your blood or sink their stingers into your skin, but there are plenty of bad bugs that we would like to avoid. Here in Arizona, we have plenty of insects to watch out for. Complicating the situation for some people are different levels of allergic

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Bed Bugs: What Every Arizona Homeowner Needs To Know

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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 wiped out in North America thanks to the

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How Arizona Homeowners Can Prevent Pack Rat Damage To Home and Autos

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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, industrial wiring, and even the internal

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Safety First: How To Prevent Spider And Scorpion Poisoning In Your Arizona Household

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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 days and longer nights give these nocturnal critters more

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