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Pest Control Advice for New Home Buyers

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Yess! You have finally thought about buying your new dream home, but the idea of pests ravaging your dream space has you worried. Becoming a new homeowner comes with a lot of responsibilities to ensure it stays in tip-top shape. Pest control is one of them. Unfortunately, the pest can be a nuisance in your home, making you feel uncomfortable and unhappy, pushing you out of the honeymoon phase of owning your dream home sooner than it should. We are pleased to help you stay in the exciting honeymoon phase of homeownership by offering  pest control advice . Here is what you need to know. Get Professionals to Inspect the House Buying a new home is a long-term investment, and you want to ensure that before signing the contract and collecting the keys, you do a thorough pest inspection of the property. It is advised that you get a certified pest control company/technician to do the necessary checks, especially in the home areas that are not visible, like the roof, attic, and basement. Th...

Where Do Stink Bugs Hide Inside a Home

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Stink bugs are pests that are larger than regular pests and are generally easy to spot. They are agricultural pests that are a severe problem to farms, gardens, and orchards. However, it is also prevalent for stink bugs to be found in residential areas, parks, and even residential landscapes. They can be found throughout the country and are very common in the US. Stink bugs reproduce throughout the year in warm climates. However, in areas experiencing winter, the adult stink bug hides under boards, stones, weeds, and ground covers, with the adults becoming active in springtime. Thus, stink bugs are most active and visible during warm climates and tend to hide in cold temperatures. They come out of their hiding when in search of warmth. On Plants When feeding, stink bugs feed on available plants, Leaves, and stems of weeds, wild plants, and grass—a common characteristic when feeding is that the adult stink bug deposits its eggs on leaves' backs. After hatching the left eggs on the ...