The first thing that people think when they hear “pest control” is CHEMICALS! Something that can kill bugs, snakes, and mice must be extremely dangerous, right?? You are correct – some pesticides can be dangerous! That’s why our technicians at Preferred Pest Control are highly trained and licensed to treat your home. In their training, […]
Has your home been infested by reddish-brown bugs living in your bed or couch? Don’t be alarmed – bed bugs are extremely easy to transport, so they make their appearance in many households throughout the year. Unfortunately, they are extremely difficult to get rid of. Here are the top reasons you should not DIY (do-it-yourself) […]
Breathing is a basic act for living things. What you don’t know though, is that your house needs to breathe too! What am I talking about? Air circulation, of course! Spray foam insulation has become very popular in the home-building business recently, but it can be detrimental to the health of your home. When spray […]
When you are looking for a new service provider, what is your strategy in finding a great company? Google reviews, Facebook reviews, Better Business Bureau ratings? At Preferred Pest Control, it won’t matter which rating you’re looking at because our customers love us! Not only do we retain long-term customers for pest control and termite […]
The weather is getting cold outside and there is an abundance of critters and creatures that want to warm up inside your house. Spiders are looking for food, roaches are looking for warmth and water, and wild animals are looking for a cozy place to cuddle up. Not only are these pests a bother, they […]
A common thought about flies and roaches in your home is “Ew! This person must be dirty!” While poor sanitation can surely attract pests, you should know that bugs are normal! We live in South Georgia, avoiding flies, roaches, and ants is like avoiding the heat – it’s not going to happen! The best thing […]
Your bathroom sprung a leak last month and while you thought you cleaned it up well enough, there is a water spot just underneath the floor. It is invisible unless you’re in the crawl space, so it’s no big deal, right? If termites, carpenter ants, roaches, ants, and springtails sound like fun house guests, then […]
Do you have open cereal boxes or an open bag of rice in your pantry? You should transfer the contents to a glass or thick plastic airtight container before pantry pests begin invading your groceries! Weevils, moths, and beetles can sneak into your home through cracks and crevices and feed on food that should be […]
Short on time? Need service now? Preferred Pest Control now offers exterior-only pest control service. You’re probably thinking, “does exterior-only service keep the bugs away?” The answer to this question is YES! Most pests enter your home from outside, so a preventative service on a regularly-scheduled basis could be just what you need to keep […]
Hotels, motels, and vacation rentals – they all have one thing in common. Sooner or later, they will all be subject to bed bug infestations. Vacationers, workers, or anyone else who will be staying in one of these accommodations should have one thing in common as well, a flashlight. A quick, thorough inspection of the […]
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