September 22nd marked the autumn equinox, our calendar’s way of reminding us that fall is upon us and winter is coming. Although we typically see a downtrend in outdoor pests with the arrival of cooler weather, we all know the bugs have to go somewhere. Oftentimes, that somewhere is our homes. From attics to garages, …
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With falls arrival comes cooler temperatures! While that is certainly a welcome change in Texas, there is one thing that isn’t welcome with the cooler weather. Rodents. Just as we start to spend more time indoors to stay out of the cold, rodents will be looking for warmth and shelter, as well. When these critters …
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Cooler weather, sweaters, Friday night lights, and pumpkin spiced lattes. We all have our own reasons to look forward to fall, and one of those is often the sudden lack of many of the pests that plague our outdoor activities during the summer months. So, where do all the pests go? Do the bugs just …
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Learning a new skill that will save you money is something that most folks are interested in, and in many cases doing so makes sense! Small repairs around the home, regular automotive maintenance and repairs – learning these types of skills can save you money while not putting yourself or your family in danger. We’re …
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If you’ve ever seen the movie Forrest Gump, you’ve heard Bubba’s list of shrimp centric dishes. Well, Texas is a bit like that when it comes to flying insects. You’ll find the common house fly – and not just in your house. We’ve got house flies, deer flies, horse flies, blow flies, fruit flies, flesh …
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This time of year, isn’t it nice to have a yard that is the envy of your neighbors? Many towns even have a “yard of the month” contest. While we all want to have lush, thick, green grass, the reality is that it’s hard to keep our yards in tip-top shape in the …
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Here at 855Bugs, we know homeowners and business owners have a lot of questions when thinking about enlisting the help of a pest control company to keep pests at bay. Oftentimes, people don’t think about pest control until they are already seeing signs of infestation. We know this can be a stressful time, and folks …
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It’s been said that you’re never more than a few feet away from a spider – and that’s especially true in Texas. It’s hard to go too long without running into one, and everyone should have a basic understanding of the types of spiders you’ll find in Texas, as well as how to avoid having …
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In June of 2017, three of the largest pest management associations on the planet came together to declare June 6th as World Pest Day, in an international effort to raise awareness about the importance of pest management on a global scale. Regardless of where you’re from, pest control plays a vital role in protecting our …
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It’s Bed Bug Awareness Week! While bed bugs are most certainly not a fun topic to discuss, it’s important to be aware of how to look for bed bugs, how to prevent them, and what to do if you find them. Here at 855Bugs, we strive to be your go-to source for information on all …
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