Preventing Clothes Moths

Preventing Clothes Moths

Clothes moths feed primarily on materials of animal origin, such as wool, feathers, and pet hair. They can damage wool clothing, other fabrics, taxidermy mounts, upholstered furniture, and even piano felts. They can also destroy areas in your wool carpets and rugs,...

Fall in Maryland Brings Crickets and Spiders

The Sights and Sounds of Fall One of the very first signs that autumn is upon us is the rhythmic, melodic chirp of crickets on an end-of-summer evening. As temperatures begin to drop and nature prepares itself for the change of seasons, you may begin to see an...
STINKBUGS! It’s that Time of Year Again!

STINKBUGS! It’s that Time of Year Again!

Stinkbugs In Maryland We all know the STINKBUG.. They are particularly prevalent in late summer, and dealing with infestations is an issue for many home owners. Part of the pentatomidae family of insects, stinkbugs can be identified by their trapezium-shaped bodies....
The NOT so Itsy Bitsy Spider

The NOT so Itsy Bitsy Spider

Did you know there are over 35,000 species of Spiders? Spiders in Maryland play a crucial role in insect pest control. Their webs and hunting skills control the population of problem insects such as mosquitoes. Despite the undeniable environmental benefits that...
Pests that Sting: Yellow Jackets and Bees

Pests that Sting: Yellow Jackets and Bees

Yellow jackets and bees play a beneficial role in the environment, but large populations of them often become an annoyance and might require control to co-exist together peacefully. Preventing/Controlling When spring and summer arrive, Maryland homeowners start to...