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There is a reason spiders are associated with Halloween that goes beyond being creepy-crawly. This time of year is when spiders become the most active and visible. They have been growing steadily since spring and have reached their full size. Many of the spiders you...

There is a new species of ant that has made it's way to Georgia. The Tawny Crazy Ant is unique because of the massive size of it's colonies. They are very difficult to control and must be identified by a well educated technician because typical ant treatments will not...

http://bugguide.net/node/view/15740 is a great site. They even have a free service where you can post pictures of your mystery bug and they'll help you identify it. For a quick simple ID of common house pests you can use our site http://www.alt-pc.com/pest_id

Ragweed season is upon us, but outdoor pollen may not be the only contribution to allergy symptoms. As the temperature drops a whole host of pests migrate into our homes looking for warmth and shelter. By far one of the most hated of those pests is the cockroach....

RBI stands for rigid board insulation. RBI is used in home construction because it improves energy efficiency. It's use has surged in the last decade with an equivalent increase in termite infestations. According to Clemson University researchers, RBI is "a...

The last decade has seen a huge resurgence in bed bug infestations. The number of reported incidents in New York City rose from 500 in 2004 to 10,000 in 2009, but its not just the big cities being affected. We've been getting calls from all over the metro area, from...