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Termites with Wings, Can Pests Truly Fly?
When you think of termites, you may only think about pests that eat wood and crawl around, but there are different termite varieties, including those that can fly. So if you spot a winged pest you've never seen before, you may not realize that it is actually a...
Bed Bug Bites vs Flea Bites, What’s the Difference?
If you’ve ever woken up with a bite on your skin, you know the feeling of dread that comes with it. In this blog post, we will discuss the key differences between bed bug bites and flea bites. We’ll also provide some helpful tips on how to get rid of these pests once and for all!
Mosquito Season Facts: How Long Does a Mosquito Live?
Summer months are quickly approaching which means your pesky mosquito friends are too. While a mosquito on average will only live about 2-3 weeks unharmed, it is their ability to quickly multiply and their dangerous bite that makes them a cause for concern. A few...
How to Get Rid of Moles in Your Yard?
Tired of spending months preparing your yard just to have your hard work messed up by a pesky mole? Moles can take over your yard anytime throughout the year and go weeks unnoticed until the damage to your landscape has already occurred. A few signs you have a mole...
Hornets Nest vs Wasps Nest
Identifying, Understanding, and How To Get Rid of Hornets and Wasps If you’ve begun to notice the signs of a flying insect infestation in your house you’re probably hoping to identify where they are coming from and which specific pest you’re dealing with- could it be...
How to Get Rid of Yellow Jackets?
Are you ready for mowing season and worried you might have a Yellow Jackets nest? Whether you have seen the first signs of Yellow Jackets swarming above the ground or not, you should always inspect your mowing area. A lot of...
What are Common Types of Spiders Found in North Carolina?
There are a lot of different types of spiders that may be found throughout North Carolina. Explore the list of the top five most commonly found in NC.
Learn The Types of Cockroaches in Mebane North Carolina
Cockroach Types Cockroaches have existed for millions of years, and there are thousands of species throughout the world today. Some of the more common species in Mebane include German cockroaches, American cockroaches, brown-banded cockroaches and Oriental...
Benefits of Using a Local Pest Company in Mebane NC
Stay Local If your home is where your heart is, the last thing you want to worry about is a sneaky pest coming along and causing some serious damage to it. Because your home houses your family, millions of memories, and is probably your largest investment, you...
What to do About an Ant Problem in Mebane North Carolina
Ant Issues Ants are a social insect that lives in colonies. Any ant control treatment plans should include exterminating the entire colony, simply spraying a single or few ants with spray will scatter the colony, not eradicate it. You may have ants in your home that...
Questions to Ask a Pest Control Company in Mebane NC
Pest Control Many homeowners will have to hire a pest control company at some point in their lives. The unfortunate part of this is that many will wait until they have a clear infestation of ants, termites, rodents, or other pests. From that point, the key is to get...
Signs you Have Bed Bugs in Your Home in Mebane NC
Bed Bugs Pests tend to be small and good at hiding. That is part of why they are known as pests in the first place. Despite this though there are still some sure signs that you have bed bugs in Mebane, NC. With the guidance of the experts at Scott’s Turf and Pest...
Questions to Ask a Termite Exterminator in Mebane NC
Termites Part of owning any home includes protecting it from termites, especially in North Carolina. If you’re not sure if you’re covered or are considering a transfer of your termite coverage, it’s time to schedule a termite inspection. When that time comes there are...
How to Keep Rats Away From My Home in Mebane NC
Rats Rat infestations are always a devastating occurrence. Aside from having exposure to different pathogens and health hazards, the presence of rats in a home can also cause serious structural damages. Preventing these pests from getting into your home is always much...
Do Rats Attract Snakes?
Snakes If you see a snake by your home, it doesn’t automatically mean that you have a rat problem, but if it becomes a consistent occurrence, it wouldn’t hurt to check attic and storage spaces for rat droppings. So, with that in mind do rats attract snakes? The...
Can Termites Bite Humans?
Termite Control If you’ve never had to deal with termites before and are worried that a pest in your home is biting you, your first thought might be if they are biting you. Your next thought probably is, can termites bite humans? For the answer we asked the experts at...
Are there Asian and Japanese Giant Hornets in North Carolina?
Giant Hornets If you happen upon this article, there is a good chance the largest bee you’ve ever seen just buzzed around you. After you had this frightening experience, you may have searched “huge bee in North Carolina,” and all the information pointed to the Asian...
Why Do I Have Bugs in My Indoor Heating Vents?
Bugs in the Vent You saw it escape into the air vents. Or maybe you notice a weird smell when the heat kicks on. There may be some bugs crawling around in your heating vents. So, you may wonder why do I have bugs in my heating vents? Well, the experts at Scott’s Turf...