Do all roaches come from the outside?
Most species do. The exception are German Cockroaches which are "hitchhikers". That means they are brought into the home from groceries, furniture, or any items that have been in an environment that has been heavily infested.
Apartment buildings, restaurants and storage facilities are very common breeding grounds for German Cockroaches.
Most species do. The exception are German Cockroaches which are "hitchhikers". That means they are brought into the home from groceries, furniture, or any items that have been in an environment that has been heavily infested.
Apartment buildings, restaurants and storage facilities are very common breeding grounds for German Cockroaches.
Can fire ants live inside my home?
Fire ants are very active during the warmer months in our area. They don't "live" inside structures per se. They'll invade these areas in search of food and moisture. They actually cycle through homes and other structures. As one segment of the colony is moving in to feed, another segment is moving out.
This cycle continues until they find another area to invade or they're exterminated.
Fire ants are very active during the warmer months in our area. They don't "live" inside structures per se. They'll invade these areas in search of food and moisture. They actually cycle through homes and other structures. As one segment of the colony is moving in to feed, another segment is moving out.
This cycle continues until they find another area to invade or they're exterminated.
How can I keep mice from coming into my home?
Don't provide them food and shelter. They need very little food to survive so clean up any food source they may be attracted to. Pet food and in house garbage are the first places to start. Secondarily, clean up food debris after meals in the kitchen or any other areas in the house you eat.
De-clutter your house. Clutter gives them a place to nest and breed. Store dry goods in air tight containers if you have a pantry if mice have been a problem in the past.
Lastly, inspect your home for cracks that are accessible to the outside. Use steel wool, expanding foam, or caulk to seal off these areas.
Don't provide them food and shelter. They need very little food to survive so clean up any food source they may be attracted to. Pet food and in house garbage are the first places to start. Secondarily, clean up food debris after meals in the kitchen or any other areas in the house you eat.
De-clutter your house. Clutter gives them a place to nest and breed. Store dry goods in air tight containers if you have a pantry if mice have been a problem in the past.
Lastly, inspect your home for cracks that are accessible to the outside. Use steel wool, expanding foam, or caulk to seal off these areas.
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