Potter Pest Prevention

10/14/2026

Ever notice termite swarms seem to show up out of nowhere right after a big storm? That's not a coincidence. A hard rain after a dry stretch can trigger a mature colony to swarm within hours. If you find discarded wings on a windowsill, that swarm already happened at your house.

10/13/2026

A few ants on the counter? DIY is fine. Termites behind a wall, fleas that keep coming back, or anything venomous? That's a different call. Here's the real line between the two, and what actually happens when homeowners wait too long on the wrong side of it.

A few ants on the counter is a DIY problem. Here's the real, specific line between that and a job for a licensed professional.

10/13/2026

If you run a short-term rental, a pest complaint hits differently than it does for a landlord. Guests post photos, request refunds, and leave reviews that stick around for years. Treating the property between every turnover is what actually prevents it.

10/12/2026

Quick one for pet owners: that water bowl you leave outside overnight can turn into a mosquito nursery. Mosquitoes only need still water sitting for about a week to breed. Dumping and refilling daily actually makes a difference.

10/11/2026

Backyard fogging machines feel productive, you see the mist and hear less buzzing for an hour. But if the eggs are hatching in a clogged gutter or a saucer under a plant, fogging never touches them. That's the part most people miss.

10/10/2026

Quick question: have you ever frozen flour or cereal for a few days to kill off pantry moths? Extension research says that only works after a full week at zero degrees, and most home freezers run warmer than that. A couple days isn't enough.

10/09/2026

Marinas deal with a pest risk most property managers never plan for, rats chewing through wiring harnesses and fuel lines in dry storage.

10/08/2026

Termite swarmers inside your house don't cause damage themselves — but their presence means a colony has been feeding on your wood for years. We break down exactly what to do in the first few minutes.

Termite swarmers indoors don't cause damage themselves, but what they mean is serious. Here's what to actually do.

10/08/2026

That thin mud tube on your wall isn't old damage. It usually means termites are still actively feeding behind it right now.

10/06/2026

You can't predict when the health inspector shows up, but you can be ready every single day. We break down the exact checklist, from floor drains to bait station documentation.

A surprise health inspection doesn't have to be stressful. Here's exactly what inspectors check, and how to always be ready.