Tag Archives: Pest Control Education

Carpenter Bees

One of the least understood pests in Georgia, the Eastern Carpenter Bee is also one of the most common.  As its name suggests, carpenter bees like to make their nests in wood structures.  The carpenter bee is considered by many to be a nuisance pest, and we get calls about them regularly.  In this week’s […]

Homeowner Tips for Discouraging Termite Activity

The following are tips from Preferred Pest Control, which help you to discourage termite activity in your home.  Please note, these measures will not prevent or control infestations. Moisture attracts Eastern Subterranean Termites. Moisture problems should be corrected as follows: Eliminate any standing water and its source. Keep gutters and downspouts clean, in good repair […]

Tubes in the wall?

Six years ago, my husband and I built our first home.  While choosing options, they presented us with a pest control system that sounded absolutely amazing to a bug fearing person like me, at the time.  They said that as our home was being built, they would install rubber-like tubes within the walls before they […]