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5 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in Your Yard
Mosquitos are more than just an outdoor annoyance; they can pose serious health risks by transmitting diseases like West Nile virus, Zika virus, and malaria. If you are looking for how to get rid of mosquitoes outside, the key is to eliminate their breeding grounds,...
Why Spring is the Perfect Time for Termite Inspections
Spring is the perfect time for termite inspections because it marks the beginning of termite swarming season. As temperatures rise and humidity increases, termites become more active, searching for new places to establish colonies. Scheduling a professional inspection...
Common Christmas Tree Bugs and How to Get Rid of Them
Bringing a live Christmas tree into your home can be a magical holiday tradition, but it may also come with some unwelcome guests: bugs. Aphids, spiders, mites, and bark beetles are just some of the insects that can hitch a ride on your tree and make their way into...
The Key to Keeping Odorous House Ants Away from Your Home
Odorous house ants are a persistent household nuisance, commonly found invading kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms in search of food and moisture. These small, dark brown or black ants get their name from the strong, rotten coconut-like odor they release when crushed....
Signs of a Termite Infestation: What to Look for in Winter
Winter is not a time to let your guard down when it comes to termites. While these pests are less visible during colder months, they remain active, particularly in the warmth of your home. Spotting the signs of a termite infestation in winter early can save you from...
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Pest Problems
Ignoring pest problems in your home or business is a mistake that can lead to serious consequences, including extensive property damage, health risks, and a rapidly worsening infestation. Even minor signs of pests, like a few ants in the kitchen or a mouse sighting in...
Top 5 Pests to Watch Out for This Spring and How to Keep Them Away
Spring is a season of renewal, but it also brings a surge of pest activity as warmer temperatures awaken insects and rodents from their winter dormancy. Common spring pests like ants, mosquitos, and termites can invade homes and yards, causing damage and posing health...
Winter Bugs: Identifying and Managing Indoor Pest Infestations
As the temperature drops, pests often seek warmth and shelter indoors, making winter a prime time for indoor pest infestations. Managing indoor pest infestations becomes essential to prevent these unwanted guests from disrupting your home. From rodents, spiders to...
Rodent Control: Why Winter is the Prime Time for Mice and Rats
Winter is the prime time for rodent infestations, particularly for mice and rats, as they seek shelter from the cold. Mice in winter are drawn to warm, cozy environments where food and water are readily available, often making your home their preferred destination. As...
5 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in Your Yard
Mosquitos are more than just an outdoor annoyance; they can pose serious health risks by transmitting diseases like West Nile virus, Zika virus, and malaria. If you are looking for how to get rid of mosquitoes outside, the key is to eliminate their breeding grounds,...
The Key to Keeping Odorous House Ants Away from Your Home
Odorous house ants are a persistent household nuisance, commonly found invading kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms in search of food and moisture. These small, dark brown or black ants get their name from the strong, rotten coconut-like odor they release when crushed....
Top 5 Pests to Watch Out for This Spring and How to Keep Them Away
Spring is a season of renewal, but it also brings a surge of pest activity as warmer temperatures awaken insects and rodents from their winter dormancy. Common spring pests like ants, mosquitos, and termites can invade homes and yards, causing damage and posing health...
Why Spring is the Perfect Time for Termite Inspections
Spring is the perfect time for termite inspections because it marks the beginning of termite swarming season. As temperatures rise and humidity increases, termites become more active, searching for new places to establish colonies. Scheduling a professional inspection...
Signs of a Termite Infestation: What to Look for in Winter
Winter is not a time to let your guard down when it comes to termites. While these pests are less visible during colder months, they remain active, particularly in the warmth of your home. Spotting the signs of a termite infestation in winter early can save you from...
Winter Bugs: Identifying and Managing Indoor Pest Infestations
As the temperature drops, pests often seek warmth and shelter indoors, making winter a prime time for indoor pest infestations. Managing indoor pest infestations becomes essential to prevent these unwanted guests from disrupting your home. From rodents, spiders to...
Common Christmas Tree Bugs and How to Get Rid of Them
Bringing a live Christmas tree into your home can be a magical holiday tradition, but it may also come with some unwelcome guests: bugs. Aphids, spiders, mites, and bark beetles are just some of the insects that can hitch a ride on your tree and make their way into...
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Pest Problems
Ignoring pest problems in your home or business is a mistake that can lead to serious consequences, including extensive property damage, health risks, and a rapidly worsening infestation. Even minor signs of pests, like a few ants in the kitchen or a mouse sighting in...
Rodent Control: Why Winter is the Prime Time for Mice and Rats
Winter is the prime time for rodent infestations, particularly for mice and rats, as they seek shelter from the cold. Mice in winter are drawn to warm, cozy environments where food and water are readily available, often making your home their preferred destination. As...
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Take Care of Termites – Know the Facts
How to use this templateHopper Termite & Pest Inc. is a pest management company that started in 1963. We are based in the northern Arkansas region and service homes and businesses in the Twin Lakes region. We can treat your home for any common pests, but termites...
How to Get Rid of Wolf Spiders
How to use this templateMost people don’t want any spiders hanging around their home, but BIG spiders are even worse. Wolf Spiders are some of the most common spiders found in Arkansas, and they are some of the largest as well. Even though they’re pretty low on the...
Keep Rodents From Invading Your Home and Business
It’s getting cold and there are creatures out there looking for warm places to live! The National Pest Management Association estimates that about 21 million homes are invaded by rodents in the winter… gross. You don’t want to be worried about hiding your rat problem...
Ways to Keep Your Holiday Decorations Pest Free
When the holidays roll around, most people tend to forget about pests because they don’t see them as much. However, cooler seasons are the time that most pests invade our homes in search of a warmer place to stay. Holidays are also a time when we tend to venture to...
What You Should Know About Spiders in Arkansas
Spiders. It seems like these fear-inducing insects are everywhere around this time of the year. You can find them in your lawn, your home, and even in your car on the drive to work. While they may cause you to scream, shout, and run for your life, the truth is that...
FAQs About Scorpions in Arkansas
How to use this templateScorpions. Just the name of these insects is enough to send chills down your spine. Due to popular movies over the years like Indiana Jones, most people don’t think twice about running away when they see a scorpion. Scorpions may have gotten a...