Summer in Northern Virginia is a time for outdoor adventures, barbecues, and family gatherings. Unfortunately, it's also a time when the outdoors comes alive with all sorts of pests. From mosquitoes and ticks to ants and flies, summer bugs can quickly turn a fun day outside into an itchy, uncomfortable experience. As temperatures rise, so […]
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Bees and wasps are essential to our ecosystem, but they can also be a nuisance and pose risks to homeowners. Understanding these insects is important for effective pest control for bees and wasps. In Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., several common bee and wasp species can affect our homes. Helping you identify these species […]
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Why Do Wasps Create Nests? Wasps are social insects that typically live in colonies. While some species prefer to build nests in natural environments such as trees and shrubs, others may find your home or business an attractive location to establish their nests. Wasps are attracted to areas with easy access to food sources, water, […]
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Termites Termites cause billions of dollars in damage to homes and businesses each year and are one of the world's most descructive pests. Termites in Virginia are attracted to moist, wood-rich areas, so they are more common in the spring and summer when the weather is warm and humid. Termites can enter your home through […]
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Understanding the Bee Nesting Behavior: Before we dive into prevention strategies, it's crucial to understand the nesting behavior of bees. Bees are social insects that tend to build nests in protected areas to ensure the survival and growth of their colonies. Common nesting locations include trees, shrubs, crevices, wall voids, and attics. Unfortunately, when these […]
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Two of the most common species of hornets in Maryland are the bald-faced hornet and the European hornet. Even though European hornets are the only ones considered to be true hornets, both species pack a painful sting. In this article, we will discuss how to identify the difference between these two species, why hornets get […]
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