Bed bugs and Your Health Bed bugs and their bites can affect people differently. Some people may not get the “classic sign” of red itchy bumps after being bitten and for those people it may take longer to notice the bed bugs, giving more time for the infestation to grow. Some people may experience a […]
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The paper wasp gets its name due to the construction of their nests. Paper wasp nests are made with their saliva and combined with plant material and really do look as if to be made from paper. Their nests include numerous compartments, within which wasps lay their eggs and raise their young. These nests typically […]
Grass spiders also known as the funnel web spider, one of the most distinctive things about the Grass Spider is their web. Grass spiders tend to make their webs near the ground in the grass, weeds, fence lines and even wood piles. What is interesting about the grass spiders web is the tunnel or cave […]
Tips for Avoiding Ticks Most people know that ticks can be dangerous to humans and animals such as the family pet. Ticks can carry and transmit Lyme disease and other diseases as well. But what can you do? You can be educated about what to be aware of and what you can do to help […]
Bees and Pollination This week is National Pollinator Week, it’s safe to say the bee is the most recognized pollinator. No doubt bees are some of the best workers on the planet, buzzing about from flower to flower, visiting different plants and vegetation working nonstop all day long. Unfortunately bees can often be feared as […]
Earwigs in Your Home? If you are finding earwigs in your home, look no further, Alpha has you covered. Earwigs are a common household pest and are unique with the way they look. They are easily recognizable by their pinchers located at the ends of their abdomen, which are generally harmless to humans. Earwigs will […]
Alpha Home Pest Control has some exciting news to share. We have always strived to hold high standards for our pest services offered, customer service and our first class employees. We are proud to announce that Alpha Home Pest Control is officially QualityPro Certified. The QualityPro certification helps to take our professionalism to the next […]
Pests, Allergies and Your Health Certain pests and your health won’t always mix well together. Creepy crawly unwanted pests and rodents aren’t only annoying, they can contribute to some serious health problems. Preventative actions are important when it comes to protecting your home, business, schools, hospitals, restaurants, daycare’s and elderly rest homes. Some examples: Cockroaches […]
The Varied Carpet Beetle It can be hard to think of “beetles” living in your carpet without realizing it, but it can happen. Many people have seen them but few people know what these tiny insects actually are and capable of. Carpet Beetles are a common pest and often is mistaken for “some sort of […]
Keeping unwanted insects and the creepy crawlies out of the house is on most people’s agenda, but what about in the garden? Not are insects are harmful to your garden plants, in fact there are many insects that are actually beneficial. The beneficial insects are like watch dogs for your garden; they will be your […]