Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Choose DIY Pest Control
When you discover a pest problem, it’s tempting to opt for what seems to be the quickest, cheapest, and easiest solution. We all aim to save time, money, and energy. However, there is a significant difference between the “good-fast-and-cheap” approach and the most effective pest control method. Failing to address the problem correctly can lead […]
What You Should Know About Fire Ant Queens
Humid summers in the Carolinas provide the perfect environment for fire ants to thrive. To live and reproduce, fire ants need water, food, and fire ant queens. If you see a fire ant mound emerge on your lawn or business property after it rains, it will house at least one prolific fire ant queen. A […]
Safeguarding Pollinators: The Battle Against the Yellow-Legged Hornet in the Carolinas
Stop the Yellow-Legged Hornet and Protect Honeybees The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is asking residents to report sightings of early nests constructed by the invasive Yellow-legged hornet. Although this hornet species hasn’t been discovered in North Carolina yet, it has been spotted in South Carolina and Georgia. Though it hasn’t been seen […]
Bed Bugs, Hotel Rooms, and You: Separating Myth and Reality
Nothing can poison the memory of a good trip like bed bugs. They’re the worst kind of souvenir, the kind you most assuredly do not want to take home in your luggage. Unfortunately, hotels and bed bugs often go hand in hand. As such travelers have developed numerous myths about bed bugs, how they travel, […]
The Carolina Cicada Invasion – What You Need to Know
Cicada season will be unusually loud in 2024 in parts of the Carolinas. Some areas can expect substantially more cicadas than even the busiest of years. So why are there so many more Cicadas this year? The reason for this is the unusual emergence of two periodical broods of Cicadas at once. Cicada species […]
Rodent Proofing For Spring
By Lorne Hanewich As the weather warms and nature comes alive, Spring brings a flurry of activity—includingunwelcome visitors in the form of rodents. Mice, rats, and other critters may see your cozy homeas an inviting shelter from the elements. But fear not! With some proactive measures, you canrodent-proof your home and enjoy the […]
Introducing Killingsworth’s Pest Defense Card
Introducing Killingsworth’s Pest Defense Card Your Ultimate Pest Prevention Sidekick! Get ready to meet your new asset in the battle against pests – Killingsworth’s Pest Defense Card! And guess what? It’s up for grabs online, and it won’t cost you a dime! This handy card comes packed with features to give pests a […]
Introducing Clark’s Pest Defense Card
Your Ultimate Pest Prevention Sidekick! Get ready to meet your new asset in the battle against pests – Clark’s Pest Defense Card! And guess what? It’s up for grabs online, and it won’t cost you a dime! This handy card comes packed with features to give pests a run for their money: Get […]
Clark’s Pest Control Supports Kiawah Island Bobcat Preservation with SMART Technology
Between 2017 and 2020, the once-thriving bobcat population on Kiawah Island significantly decreased from around 35 to fewer than ten. The cause of this devastating decline? Second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGAs) that contain rodent-killing chemicals toxic to bobcats. Today, Clark’s Pest Control is proud to be one of several companies supporting the ongoing restoration of the Kiawah […]
What Smells Indicate a Mouse Infestation?
Mice, notorious unwelcome visitors in households, often announce their presence not only through tiny footprints but also through distinctive, often unpleasant odors. Your olfactory sense can play a vital role in detecting a mouse infestation before it becomes a larger issue. Let’s explore the world of scents associated with mice and how Modern Pest can […]