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Seattle is a city that loves to stay green. From the busy streets of South Lake Union to the old buildings in Pioneer Square, many modern offices now have beautiful gardens on their roofs. These rooftop green spaces are great for workers to take a break and enjoy the view of the Space Needle or the Puget Sound. They bring a bit of nature into the heart of the city. 

However, these gardens also bring a hidden problem that many office managers do not expect. The dirt, plants, and water on the roof create a perfect home for large colonies of ants. Instead of staying outside in the garden, these ants often find their way deep into the building below. 

Most people think that ants only come in through the ground floor or the basement. While that is often true, rooftop gardens change the rules. To keep an office clean … Read More

Each August, Kirksville changes when Truman State University students return to town and rent up all the apartments and houses that have sat still all summer. But those hollow months are a perfect storm for pests. 

Unrented rentals near campus, such as on West Jefferson Street and South Franklin Street, become havens for mice, roaches, and other unwelcome pests. When students arrive for the new academic year with boxes of snacks, haphazard cleaning schedules, and open food containers, established pest populations thrive. 

The result? Frantic phone calls, a lack of sleep, and trying to make sense of scratching noises inside the walls. If you are dealing with an ongoing pest problem in your Kirksville rental, early intervention from a professional pest control company can prevent minor issues from becoming full-blown infestations.

How Kirksville’s Student Housing Turnover Creates Pest Openings

Kirksville’s rental market is on its own special timeline, directly correlated … Read More

Owning a vacation property near the Delaware shore is a dream for many families. Whether you spend your weekends in Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, or Bethany Beach, the coastal lifestyle is very relaxing. 

However, many homeowners notice a big difference between their main house and their beach retreat. It often seems like the beach house is a magnet for “water bugs.” This is a common name locals use for large cockroaches like the American cockroach. 

These pests love the specific environment found in our coastal towns. If you are struggling with these guests, looking into professional local exterminator services can help you reclaim your summer sanctuary.

The main reason your Delaware beach house attracts more water bugs is the high humidity. Delaware’s coastal climate is naturally damp. These insects need constant moisture to stay alive. 

Your main home might be in a drier, suburban area. A house near the Atlantic Ocean … Read More