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March ‘Mad’ness is Over. Now Get Mad at Termites!
We’ve made it through winter, but now that we’re on the cusp of spring, it’s time to get mad at those tiny pests that sneak their way into your home. Whether you suspect you have termites or not, now’s the time to protect your family by scheduling a termite inspection. Why Termites are So… Read More »
Public Sleeping Day – Where Will You Nap?
Public Sleeping Day must have been invented by pests who want you to close your eyes while they take over your home. In retaliation, take a snooze in their territory on February 28th: — a park bench or beach blanket. Then contemplate how you’ll make sure that there will never be a day when… Read More »
Who‘s Your Valentine’s Day Love Bug?
While you might be looking forward to surprising the love of your life this Valentine’s Day, neighborhood pests like termites, bed bugs, and roaches might be wooing their many-legged sweethearts right in your own home. This Valentine’s Day, show your love for spouse and house by ensuring that no pest comes between you and… Read More »
Fun Day at Work is Every Day at Work
January 28th is a day many businesses look forward to because it’s National Fun Day at Work, a day when games, shenanigans, and tomfoolery bring a bit of needed silliness and comradery to the office. Why Fun Day? Each and every day of an Ecola pest control specialist is a busy one that involves… Read More »
Resolutions for a Pest-Controlled New Year
As the New Year begins, almost all of us make resolutions, whether we voice them out loud or not. Working toward having a pest-free year is not the most exciting resolution, but one worthy of adopting if you are a homeowner. It’s a New Year’s resolution that can provide big benefits: better health for… Read More »
Your Cool Weather Wardrobe: Wool, Flannel, and…..Pests!
As if the task of switching out your summer to winter clothing is not stressful enough, you discover that some of your softest, coziest pieces have been ruined by household pests. If your assumption is that moths are the culprits, you might want to think again. There are several insects that love to ruin… Read More »
Termites – Scarier than Your Ugliest Christmas Sweater
Imagine this – It’s Ugly Christmas Sweater Day and when you open the carton in your basement where your winter sweaters reside, you find that something’s been eating away at the soft wool of the ugly sweater you’re supposed to wear to a party tonight. Before you chalk the damage up to moths, pick… Read More »
Say Bah Humbug to Bed Bugs, Earwigs, and More!
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are a few of the busiest travel times of the year. If you are traveling or if family is traveling to visit you, there’s the risk of picking up a horrible hitchhiker – the bed bug. Bed bug infestations are on the rise nationally, and some of the easiest… Read More »
Don’t Spend Thanksgiving Entertaining Unwanted Pests
You’ve planned, the shopping is complete, the Thanksgiving table is set for twelve, but surprise! The guest list has grown to 1200! Tiny pests, like termites or roaches, don’t care that they are uninvited and unwanted. Don’t let your warm inviting home bring unwanted guests in! Find out Ecola’s top tips for keeping pests… Read More »
It’s Rodent Awareness Week!
Surely you’re already aware of these pests, so we thought we’d put your mind at ease with some tips and truths about keeping your home pest free during Rodent Awareness Week. The common “house mouse,” otherwise known as “Mus Musculus,” can be cute as a pet or cartoon, i.e. Mickey Mouse, but in reality,… Read More »