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 up the next morning and see that you’ve missed more […]
Pre Emergent Weed Control For A Beautiful Weed Free Yard Read More »
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 are “unpacking” the facts about hantavirus and if you
Can Packrats Bring Hantavirus To Your Arizona Home? Read More »
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
How Arizona Homeowners Can Prevent Pack Rat Damage To Home and Autos Read More »
In past articles, we have talked about potential health problems that can be caused by bites from the bloodsucking hitchhikers known as ticks. While many of them are life-threatening, such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Fever, there is a new tick-related illness on the horizon that might change your way of life. Would you
Barbecue Lovers Beware: The Tick That Can Make You Allergic To Steak Read More »
Chillier weather is here and that probably means you are planning to spend more time indoors and out of the cold, but would it surprise you to hear there are others that have the same plans? There are a wide variety of critters that seek out human habitation when colder weather sets in, and even
7 Ways to Pest-Proof Your Home This Fall Read More »
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures grow a little colder, you can feel in your bones that Halloween is just around the corner. However, you don\’t have to wait for that spooky celebration to have your home invaded by the creatures of the night. Year-round infestations can turn your happy home into a
Boo! Three Spooky Pests That Can Make Your Home A Halloween Nightmare Read More »
Residents of Arizona are used to cohabitating with the creatures of the desert. After all, the desert usually begins right where your yard ends. They may be cute little buggers when you see them out in the sands, but they can bring potentially lethal health problems and even damage the structure of your home. Here
Insects, Arachnids, and Rats… Oh, My! Read More »
At one time, pack rats, also known as the American Rat, were the dominant rats in North America. The rat of movies, big cities, and pet shops is the Norway Rat, an animal introduced by way of the Mayflower. Resembling a large gerbil, pack rats are very different animals than Norway rats. Although they
University Termite & Pest Control
Local: 520-523-7647
info@bepestfree.com
Career Opportunities
Apply At: 3930 E Tennessee St. Tucson, AZ 85714
Join Our Team!
Copyright © 2025 University Termite & Pest Control Inc.
Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy
