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Once boxelder bugs have settled into wall voids, managing them becomes more difficult.That's why September matters. Seal...
09/04/2026

Once boxelder bugs have settled into wall voids, managing them becomes more difficult.

That's why September matters. Sealing cracks around windows, siding, and roof trim while boxelder bugs are still outside can limit the number of places they have to get into the structure for winter.

A little attention to those entry points now can make a difference when temperatures drop and boxelder bugs start looking for shelter.

If boxelder bugs are showing up on a windowsill inside your house, they didn't just get in today.They've likely been she...
09/02/2026

If boxelder bugs are showing up on a windowsill inside your house, they didn't just get in today.

They've likely been sheltering inside wall voids, using small gaps around window frames, siding, and other openings to get there. As temperatures cool, some may move toward warmer, sunnier parts of the house.

That's why seeing boxelder bugs indoors can be a sign that they've already found places to shelter within the structure.

Pest activity doesn't wait for the first day of fall.As the days get shorter and nighttime temperatures begin to cool, m...
08/27/2026

Pest activity doesn't wait for the first day of fall.

As the days get shorter and nighttime temperatures begin to cool, many pests start preparing for the changing season. Ants, spiders, and wasps begin searching for sheltered places where they can survive colder weather, often weeks before fall officially begins.

That's why it's common to notice more pest activity in late summer. The pests haven't suddenly appeared. Their behavior has simply changed from searching for food to searching for a safe place to shelter.

German cockroaches can survive much longer without food, than without water.That's why even a small moisture source, suc...
08/20/2026

German cockroaches can survive much longer without food, than without water.

That's why even a small moisture source, such as a dripping pipe under the sink, condensation around a water heater, or a pet's water bowl left out overnight, can help keep them alive.

Storing food in sealed containers is still important, but eliminating water sources often has a bigger impact. Fixing leaks, drying damp areas, and reducing excess moisture makes your home much less inviting for cockroaches.

If you notice small red-and-black bugs gathering on a sunny wall, they're probably boxelder bugs preparing for the colde...
08/18/2026

If you notice small red-and-black bugs gathering on a sunny wall, they're probably boxelder bugs preparing for the colder months.

As temperatures begin to cool, boxelder bugs gather on warm, sunlit walls, especially on the south and west sides of homes. They do this to absorb heat before searching for small cracks and gaps where they can spend the winter.

Seeing them outside doesn't necessarily mean they're already inside your home. Sealing gaps around windows, doors, and your home's foundation before colder weather arrives can help keep them outdoors.

Spiders go where their food is, so reducing flying insects is one of the easiest ways to reduce spider activity around y...
08/13/2026

Spiders go where their food is, so reducing flying insects is one of the easiest ways to reduce spider activity around your home.

Porch lights left on overnight attract moths, gnats, and other flying insects, giving spiders a reliable place to hunt. Switching to a motion-sensor light or using a yellow "bug" bulb can reduce the number of insects gathering around your entryways.

It's also a good idea to keep woodpiles, dense vegetation, and other clutter away from your home's foundation. These areas provide cool, sheltered hiding places where spiders often rest during the day before becoming active at night.

Most spiders you see around your home are actually helping keep other pests under control.A web near your porch light is...
08/11/2026

Most spiders you see around your home are actually helping keep other pests under control.

A web near your porch light isn't usually a sign of a spider problem. Porch lights attract flying insects like moths, gnats, and mosquitoes, and spiders build their webs where food is easiest to catch.

It's also normal to notice larger webs later in the season. As spiders grow over the summer, they build bigger, stronger webs to catch more prey. Bigger webs don't necessarily mean you have more spiders, just that the ones already there have had time to mature.

Seeing more cockroaches does not always mean your home is dirty.German cockroaches live indoors and are usually brought ...
08/06/2026

Seeing more cockroaches does not always mean your home is dirty.

German cockroaches live indoors and are usually brought in on packages or belongings. Oriental cockroaches may move inside from damp outdoor areas, so some sightings have more to do with how the cockroach got inside than housekeeping.

Keeping your home clean still helps by removing the food, water, and shelter they need.

A lot of fly problems in commercial facilities start at the back door.A dumpster area that isn't cleaned regularly, or a...
07/31/2026

A lot of fly problems in commercial facilities start at the back door.

A dumpster area that isn't cleaned regularly, or a dock door that doesn't seal properly, can pull flies in from outside all day long. The activity inside is often just a symptom of what's happening at the perimeter.

That's why the answer isn't always more treatment. Sometimes it's cleaning the area, sealing a gap, improving sanitation or fixing a maintenance issue that's quietly been the open invitation.

"Why do store-bought sprays sometimes make ant problems worse?"With odorous house ants, a spray that doesn't reach the e...
07/23/2026

"Why do store-bought sprays sometimes make ant problems worse?"

With odorous house ants, a spray that doesn't reach the entire colony can trigger budding. The colony splits and spreads into several smaller nests, so what looked like one problem turns into many.

The ants on your counter are usually just the foragers out looking for food. The real solution is finding the nest and addressing the moisture that's helping it survive, not knocking down the few you can see.

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1982 W Pleasant Grove Boulevard Ste B
Pleasant Grove, UT
84062

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