Carpet beetles might sound harmless, but these tiny pests can wreak havoc on your home, particularly when it comes to your carpets, upholstery, and even clothing. Understanding these pests, their behavior, and the methods to prevent and control their presence is crucial to safeguarding your home. What are Carpet Beetles? Carpet beetles are small, oval-shaped…
As the days get longer and we start to enjoy the summer weather, we’re faced with the less pleasant prospect of an increase in insects. One of the most annoying pests this time of year is the June bug, named because they tend to emerge around the end of May. Unfortunately, this pest is on…
Box Elder Bugs What are box elder bugs? Boxelder bugs are fall pests. They are generally 1/2 inch in length and black with red markings along the edge of its wings. The box elder bug gets it’s name from their main food source, the box elder tree, although they have been know to feast on…
Asian Lady Beetles What are Asian Lady Beetles? Though you may be tempted to call an Asian lady beetle a ladybug, they are in fact not ladybugs. Asian lady beetles range in color from yellow and orange to black and can have no spots (generally males) or up to 22 spots. They have a distinctive…