Paper wasps get their name because of the paper-like structures they build their nests out of. They fly around, collecting various plant fibers by scraping them off with their mandibles, they then put these materials together with their saliva. This makes them easy to identify, their nests look like upside-down paper honeycombs, or umbrellas! Paper […]
Summer is almost here and that means the biting bugs will be at it again. When the weather starts to warm up, everyone begins gathering for outdoor activities. The kids go out to play sports and summer BBQ’s are in full effect. The CDC (Center for Disease Control) warns that now, more than ever we […]
When you are looking to start off your summer right, scheduling a vacation is the way to go. The nice change in weather is one reason people take off for some traveling. The other happens to be that during the summer months the kids are out of school and that is one less thing to […]
Have you noticed that with the beginning of summer there are not only more kids outside, but more cockroaches as well? Stewart Termite & Pest Control would like to help you understand why cockroaches seem to come out when the temperature rises, how to identify the most common cockroach and how to avoid having them […]
The carpenter ant was named for the way it chews through decaying or dry wood creating massive galleries for their nests. In their own way, they are beneficial by naturally recycling dead trees and fallen branches. However, they do pose a threat to homes and human structures. They will invade homes, chewing through the home’s […]
Spiders are kind of amazing little critters, though they are a whole lot of creepy. Basics are fairly well known among most folks. Most can recognize a spider when they see it but we at Stewart Termite and Pest Control would like to share a few fun facts regarding spiders. Creepy & Fascinating Spider Facts […]
Rats are no stranger to Pittsburgh. With the vermin running around and intruding into homes and businesses, they are common pests that most of the locals have had some kind of experience with. Norway rats are among the most common rat species found in our area. They are known to spread a number of diseases […]
Black Widow Spiders are known for their venomous bites that puts most people on edge. Where black widow spiders are one of the most feared spiders, they are one of the least threatening. For those unfamiliar with black widow spiders, Stewart Termite & Pest Control will share a little more about this species and how […]
There are some pests that are a real pain depending on the type of weather outside. The pests you can be sure will be invading your home when it is cold outside are the ones that hate the cold. They need a warm space to continue to live through the winter. Some examples are spiders, […]
When you hear people talk about pests most people know that they are nothing more than a nuisance. Of course spiders can be seen as beneficial because they eat other insects that might be in your home. Other pests are the type that will come in your home and invade your space and even damage […]
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