Backyard Bug Patrol

03/01/2024

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01/31/2024

Pest Control Services in Great Falls, Virginia

Welcome to Backyard Bug Patrol, where we're here to help you banish those pesky pests from your property. With our organic pest control services in Great Falls, Virginia, we've got the tools and expertise to tackle any infestation. From the buzzing mosquitoes to the sneaky rodents, we've got you cov...

12/20/2023

Six Simple Steps to Protect Your Family From Lyme Disease

Protect Your Family from Lyme Disease, Deer Ticks, and Other Dangerous Backyard Pests Lyme Disease, a bacterial infection transmitted by deer ticks, is the most common bug- or animal-borne illness in the United States today. Cases of Lyme Disease have more than doubled in the last 20 years, accordin...

12/20/2023

Mosquito Spray: 11 Most Frequently Asked Questions

11 Most Frequently Asked Mosquito Spray Questions Everyone is familiar with mosquitos, those irritating blood suckers that leave angry welts all over your body. Besides their annoyance, they are responsible for more human deaths than any other living creature. Every year mosquitos cause more than a....

10/28/2023

The Types of Rodents That Carry The Hantavirus

In our previous post, we discussed Hantavirus – a virus that is spread by wild rodents like mice or rats. It causes the Hantavirus infection that can prove fatal to human beings. Someone comes into contact with the virus through the f***s, urine, or saliva of infected rodents. In this post, we’l...

09/28/2023

Types of Stink Bugs: What You Should Know

As their name suggests, stink bugs release a foul or stinking smell when they are squashed; a mechanism meant to keep predators away. They belong to the order Hemiptera, and family Pentatomidae. Stink bugs can do great harm to your garden as they can damage plants while feeding on them. They come in...

08/29/2023

Scientific Facts About Mosquitoes That You Should Know

Mosquitoes are flying insects that are found in many parts of the world. Not all mosquitoes bite, but when they do, they can transmit diseases. Adult mosquitoes can live up to four weeks depending on humidity, the species, and many other factors. Here are some facts about mosquitoes that you should....

08/01/2023

What Causes Termite Infestation in a Home?

For the most part, termites are harmless in their natural habitat, but they can cause serious damage to your home, especially if they come into contact with wooden structures; they chew on wood slowly but can do it non-stop. They can be difficult to see as they tend to hide in cracks and dark spaces...

06/29/2023

Venomous Snakes in Virginia That You Should Know

Virginia is home to a number of snake species, but there are three that have a bite that is poisonous to human beings. While the presence of any type of snake around your home is concerning, it’s especially important to be aware of these three venomous species so you can protect yourself and your ...

05/17/2023

Ants! And Why You Need Pest Control

Ants are very little creatures but they can be incredibly annoying. They have the uncanny ability to get into just about any kind of home. The fact that they are little and seem harmless for the most part does not mean that you should not be concerned about their presence in your home. Here are some...

05/03/2023

Do You Have A Stink Bug Problem? Here’s How To Tell…

If you are a homeowner in Virginia, you know how annoying it can be to find stink bugs in your home. The foul smell they produce when threatened is meant to protect them against predators, but it also creates a very unpleasant experience for anyone in the vicinity for up to three hours. To make matt...

03/28/2023

Mosquito-Borne Illnesses In Pets

Mosquitoes have long been known to cause health problems in human beings. You have probably heard enough about malaria, dengue, and Zika virus to know that mosquitoes are a serious threat to human health. Unfortunately, the problems don’t end there – mosquito bites are also a huge health risk to...