Ants are small creatures with a significant impact on the ecosystem. Texas is home to many...
Ants
The Intriguing World of Tiny Ants in Central Texas: Exploring Argentine Ants
Central Texas is teeming with a variety of fascinating insect species, including the ever-present...
Unveiling the Sting: Understanding and Treating Ant Bites in Central Texas
Living in Central Texas means encountering various ant species, some of which can deliver painful...
Fire Ants
Fire ants are some of the tiniest but mightiest insects on the planet. These bugs swarm in thousands and form mounds just like any other species of ant. Within these mounds lie entire colonies with very distinct caste systems. Generally, fire ants live similarly to...
Do Carpenter Ants Bite
Carpenter ants are certainly a concern. But is this because they bite? Or because they chew through wood and damage your home? Unfortunately, Texas carpenter ants are an issue. But do you need to worry about carpenter ant bites? What do you need to do if you find a...
What are flying ants, & how are they different from termites?
Flying ants, also known as alates, can be a real nuisance. They can resemble termites because they are both flying insects and relatively the same size. But how can you tell the difference? How can you tell them apart, and more importantly, what do you need to do if...
Swarming Insects and Flying Ants
Texas is home to a wide variety of swarming insects and flying ants. While most of these pests are nothing more than a nuisance, some can cause significant damage to your property. Knowing how to identify different types of flying insects will help prevent issues....
Sugar Ants
What is a sugar ant? Sugar ant is an ant species attracted to sweets. They can be found in many places, including kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas where food or sweets may be present. These sweet-eating ants may get their moniker because they love sugar, but the...
What Kinds of Ants Are in Texas?
Texas is home to several species of ants that can be troublesome for homeowners. Taking measures to prevent ants from getting inside your home and knowing what to look for when you’re enjoying the outdoors will help protect you, but once you have an infestation, it’s...
How Wood Destroying Insect Reports Protect You
Of the many impacts that pests can have on our lives, few compare materially and monetarily to the potential destruction that termites and other wood-destroying insects can inflict on a home. We often learn too late of their presence and the damage they’ve caused....
Fall Home Maintenance Services Now
September 22nd marked the autumn equinox, our calendar’s way of reminding us that fall is upon us and so are fall home maintenance services. Although we typically see a downtrend in outdoor pests with the arrival of cooler weather, we all know the bugs have to go...
Do Bugs Die In Winter?
Do Bugs Die In Winter? Where Do Insects Go? Let’s Get To The Bottom of It 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 bugs that...
3 Types Of Ants That Can Wreak Havoc On Your Yard
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...
Texas Ants – How To Get Rid Of Them
Ah, ant season. If you haven't been bit by a fire ant at least once this season, you must be living under a rock! Okay, okay... maybe not under a rock. After all, ants love to make their homes under and around rocks. While it may feel like the entire ant population...