Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN If you want to avoid paying thousands of dollars in damages to your newly purchased home, a termite protection plan may be right for you. Many homebuyers assume that these wood-eating insects won’t affect a newly built home, but even new homes are subject to termite damage. Every year, termites cause billions of dollars in damage to homes across the U.S. Don’t let your new investment be one of them! So today on the blog, we discuss why termite protection plans are necessary when buying a new home. Contrary to popular belief, termites …
3 Reasons why you should Budget for Pest Control Services
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Most household monthly budgets include insurance, utilities, cable, rent, car payments, and spending money to go out to eat occasionally. Even though all those things are good budget items, pest control services should also appear on the list. But just because you don’t budget for pest control doesn’t mean bugs and other crawling creatures won’t find their way inside your home. Therefore, our Memphis pest control experts at AAA Termite and Pest Control share three reasons why you should budget for pest control services and be prepared when unwanted guests appear. Fast action …
4 of Cordova’s most Common Fall House Spiders
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN The mere thought or mention of a spider can send fear down some homeowner’s spines. Most people expect to live in a home pest free, but when the autumn season arrives, they are often disappointed to find a multitude of spiders. Today on the blog, our pest control experts at AAA Termite and Pest Control share details about four of Cordova’s most common fall house spiders and how you can rid your home of intruders. Why are spiders more visible in the fall? Our pest control pros in Cordova explain that autumn is …
Why Routine Pest Control Treatments are a Must
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Your home is a comfortable place to lay your head, hang your hat, and fully relax. You may spend a lot of time and money making your home feel that way, resulting in a significant investment. Unfortunately, your home’s comfort and value can plummet when pests are out of control and causing damage to its structure. Therefore, our Memphis area pest control experts at AAA Termite & Pest Control share on the blog today why routine pest control treatments are a must to protect your home’s investment and value. Why is pest control …
End-of-Summer Pest Control Tips for Cordova Homeowners
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN As the summer season comes to an end, it may be tempting to let down your guard toward pest control. Unfortunately, pest season is not over, and for spiders, cockroaches, and ants, it’s the peak of their season. The intense heat at the end of summer can drive bugs indoors. Therefore, we share on the blog today some end-of-summer pest control tips for Cordova homeowners to help reduce bugs in their homes. Why is pest prevention important? Homeowners who are proactive and protect their homes through pest prevention reduce their risk of an …
What’s the difference between Termites and Flying Ants?
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Are you noticing evidence of wood damage in your home? You may think termites are the culprits, but termites are not the only type of pest that can do damage to wooden structures. In this article, your professional pest experts in Memphis at AAA Termite & Pest Control will explain the differences between termites and carpenter ants. Signs of a carpenter ant infestation Many of the signs of wood damage or infestation from carpenter ants are the same as for termites. Both termites and carpenter ants produce what’s known as frass—discarded excrement that …
3 of the Best Ways to Reduce Mosquitoes in your Yard
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Summer is here, and that means it’s mosquito season. These blood-sucking insects thrive when the weather is at its hottest. Mosquitos also can carry harmful diseases, such as the West Nile virus. With mosquitos buzzing about, it can make it hard to enjoy being outside during the summer season, which is usually jampacked with outdoor activities. That’s why the Memphis pest professionals at AAA Termite & Pest Control share three ways to reduce mosquitos in your yard. Eliminate standing water It can be water that pools in a birdbath or on your lawn …
Why Record Heat in Memphis Might Draw more Pests to your Home
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Living in Memphis means trying to beat the summer heat, but the 2022 season has been incredibly intense. Memphis residents experienced triple-digit temperatures on back-to-back days in mid-June, the peak of the hot weather that has been taking place across the southern region. Hot weather isn’t just uncomfortable and possibly life-threatening. It has an impact on the activity of pests and insects, too. Read on as your Memphis pest professionals at AAA Termite & Pest Control explain how extreme heat can cause an influx of pests in your home. What happens to insects …
Are those Giant Mosquitoes?
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN It’s true. A crane fly resembles the mosquito; both have a long, narrow body and six long legs. You also may see this insect species referred to as a “mosquito hawk.” The good news for humans is that the crane fly does not bite or suck blood like a mosquito. Instead, the crane fly essentially exists to mate, procreate, and produce more crane flies. The larvae of this species, sometimes known as leatherjackets, tend to be found under layers of wet dirt and leaves. They emerge from that cover in the spring and …
Debunking Mosquito Control Myths
Serving Memphis, Cordova, Germantown & Collierville TN Warm sunny weather is the perfect time for outdoor activities or events. Unfortunately, when you have uninvited guests like mosquitos, it can ruin the occasion. Getting covered in mosquito bites and experiencing the incessant itching can make almost anyone willing to try anything to keep mosquitoes away. In most cases, store-bought mosquito control tactics fail to produce effective results. Our Memphis mosquito control specialists debunk mosquito control myths on the blog today so that you can stop wasting money on ineffective treatments. Citronella Candles Citronella candles are a commonly believed remedy to ward …