Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Spring has sprung. Flowers are starting to bloom, you’ve already completed your yearly maintenance on your lawn mower, and temperatures have emerged from the deep freeze as another winter concludes. Then you see them–a trail of little black ants marching through your kitchen. You contact your pest control professional every year and every year they come and treat the ant problem, but just like clockwork, the ants return each spring. Why does this happen? We explore this phenomenon in greater detail, today on the blog. Spring is a key season in the ant’s …
What is the Mosquito Outlook for Memphis in 2025?
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Summer will be here before we know it and, for people in Memphis and the surrounding communities, that means the beginning of mosquito season will not be far behind. What should you expect this year? Find out as, today on the blog, your Memphis pest control professionals take a look at the projected mosquito outlook in this area for 2025. When are mosquitoes active? You may encounter mosquitoes whenever the temperature is at least 50 degrees. When you factor in the increased rains that fall during the spring, and how mosquitoes can use …
Why Spring is the Best Time of Year to Treat for Termites
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Here in the greater Memphis area, termites can begin swarming as early as March and remain active all the way into early autumn. Your best defense against a termite infestation affecting your home or business is investing in year-round termite control administered by a qualified, experienced pest control company. There is a right time, or at least, an ideal time to treat for termites. Today on the blog, we explain why spring is the best time of year for your pest control company in Memphis to spray for termites. What makes spring the …
Why is Spring the Best Time of Year to Schedule Pest Control Services?
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Pest problems cost Americans billions of dollars each year. A small infestation might only require about $100 to resolve, while the price tag for treating a large or severe infestation can be several thousand dollars. A pest infestation can be a hassle at any time of year, but when it comes to preventive maintenance treatments by a professional pest control company, spring is the best time of year to have this work done. Find out why, today on the blog. The importance of preventive pest control treatments Like with most problems in life, …
Follow this Spring Cleaning Guide to Help Protect Against Pests
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN A survey completed in 2024 found that 80% of Americans now complete a spring cleaning each year. This may be a deep clean of your entire home, a chance to declutter your space or both. Did you know that a thorough spring cleaning also can mitigate your chances of experiencing a pest infestation? Read on, as your Memphis pest control experts at AAA Termite & Pest have compiled this spring cleaning guide that can help prevent pests. The kitchen Pests seek out food and water like any other creature, which makes the kitchen …
Termites Start Swarming in the Spring. Are you Prepared?
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN When spring comes, that means that the swarming season has begun for termites. Is your home or business ready to repel these voracious pests? Not to worry. Today on the blog, your termite control technicians at AAA Termite & Pest take a look at five measures you can follow to lower your risk of a termite problem this year. Step 1: Remove any wood near your home Termites feed on wood, and they are not particularly picky about the type of wood or where it originates. That means any wood located close to …
Ranking the Different Methods of Pest Control
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN For as long as humans have been living indoors, they have been trying to keep pests outside of their dwellings. There are several methods available to prevent pests from creeping, crawling or scurrying into your home. Which one is best? Today on the blog, your Memphis pest control technicians evaluate and rank the different methods of pest control. Biological pest control This entails using living organisms as a method to control the pest population in an area, by introducing either natural enemies or pathogens into an area. Examples of natural predators of pests …
Buying a Property in Memphis? You need a Termite Letter
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN The real estate market in Memphis is booming. The Commercial Appeal recently reported that home sales in 2024 were on pace for an increase of 3.2% over 2023 numbers, and that the median sale price had seen a 3.7% decrease. Whether you are looking to buy or sell, a termite letter needs to be part of the transaction. Today on the blog, we explain the importance of a termite letter. What is a termite letter? This document also is referred to as a wood destroying insect (WDI) report or a clearance letter. By …
How to Choose the Best Pest Control Company Near You
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Deciding which pest control company to hire may seem overwhelming with all the different options in town. But when faced with this decision, AAA Termite & Pest Control has several tips to make the process a little easier. After all, our goal as a pest control company is to help you feel comfortable and relaxed in your own home, without bugs! Determine your needs The first step in hiring a pest control company is determining your home’s needs. For instance, are you dealing with roaches, ants, stinging insects, or termites? Make note of …
The Must-Have Termite Inspection Checklist
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Termites can ruin the joys of homeownership and cost a lot of money in repairs. That’s not something a new homeowner wants to face when taking on a huge investment whether they are a first-time homebuyer or an investor purchasing multiple properties. Preventing termites in the first place, as well as properly identifying termite activity, is crucial in protecting these wood-destroying insects from destroying your home. Termite inspections are recommended when purchasing a home, even for new construction. On our newest blog today, AAA Termite & Pest Control shares this must-have termite inspection …