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Help! I Love Houseplants but Not Bugs
People are spending more time at home, and the desire to turn our home environment into a retreat has renewed a love for indoor gardening. Aside from the beauty of plants, there’s another reason for bringing them into the home: plants improve our health and wellbeing. But there’s a downside to houseplants that no… Read More »
How Social Distancing Behaviors Can Attract Pests
The pandemic has brought about many changes to our routines over the past year. As we social distance, pests like ants, rodents, roaches, and more have figured out that our change is to their benefit. Many people are working or studying from home. This significant uptick in the time spent at home is translating… Read More »
Keep Your Clean! 15 Spring Cleaning Steps to Keep Pests Away
Spring is on the horizon. Before we know it, our clocks will be set forward for the year and daylight will last noticeably longer. Just as we will be reawakening for spring, so will unwanted pests. Spring is a time when bugs and rodents emerge from the frost to forage for food and raise… Read More »
Pests That Target Your Bathroom
For many people, a bathroom is a place of refuge, a spa where one can relax and shrug off the day. When nasty bugs interrupt that ‘you’ time, it’s time to take action. Not only is it horrifying to find pests in your bathroom, but the fright could cause you to slip and hurt… Read More »
3 Vital Considerations for Choosing a Reliable Pest Control Service Provider
When it comes to pest invasions, homeowners are at a disadvantage. Pests outnumber us, and their size and ability to hide make them difficult to discover until they substantially increase in number. While preventative measures can make your home less attractive to pests, do-it-yourself practices rarely suffice once they’ve invaded. Calling in the Pest… Read More »
What To Expect During A Pest Inspection
A termite infestation can remain unnoticeable for many years, but these pests literally eat away the home you love. They eat the wood in your home from the inside out, keeping their presence a secret. If you keep worrying about whether your home has already been invaded by termites, it’s time to schedule a… Read More »
News Reports: California Crawling With Bed Bugs!
The once common bed bug was all but forgotten in the second half of the 20th century. But, because of increased travel, regulations on pesticide use, and genetic resistance, bed bugs have been on the rise all over the U.S. for the past decade. Their growth is especially egregious in California, where the Los… Read More »
Termite Lady Nominated Woman Business Owner of the Year
An all-around person who country dances, volunteers, and hosts a popular radio show, Susan Fries is one of the only women business owners in her field – pest control. Her understanding of the business, that her customers not only want to get rid of bugs, but must do so in a way that is safe… Read More »
Kill Pests and Save Money with TAP Insulation
Most homeowners have little idea what’s going on in their attic. While you are cooking family meals and watching your favorite TV shows, a variety of pests could be in your attic building nests, reproducing, and destroying your belongings. Now, there’s an effective way to expel pests and keep them out of your attic…. Read More »
NPMA Women Thing
Susan strives for ECOLA to be a beacon for what every company in the pest control industry can become. She understands that the consumer is concerned about getting rid of the unwanted guests but the safety and health of the family or coworkers is more important. Educating the consumer to the choices available and… Read More »