Blogs from Essential

If you’ve got itchy skin and a series of red bite marks, you might have bed bugs. Don’t fret—bed bugs aren’t a sign that your housekeeping is subpar. Even the cleanest of homes can be struck with an infestation of these pesky little critters. Pest control technicians can eliminate the problem from your home. However, since bed bugs might come back again, you should be aware of how they got there in the first place. […]

Termites are damaging enough by themselves, but did you know that water damage can worsen the problem? Residents in Southern Arizona might not have to worry about hurricanes and typhoons, but water damage from flash floods during the monsoon season is definitely a concern. If you suspect you might have termites, or if you’re thinking of buying a new home, call a pest control company to schedule a termite inspection right away.   How Termites Worsen Flood […]

Cockroaches are among the most reviled of all insects. And even if you see just one roach skittering across your floor at night, there will probably be hundreds more hiding within the walls. A pest control technician can confirm the insect’s identity. But just in case you want to identify the specific type of roach yourself, you can use the following tips.   Identifying the German Cockroach German cockroaches are fairly small. An adult might […]

Termites are one of a homeowner’s biggest concerns, and with good reason. Each year in the U.S., termites inflict billions of dollars in property damage. It’s disheartening to see small insects literally eating up your investment, but pest control technicians can help. Termiticides are materials that pest control experts can apply to kill off a termite colony.   Repellent and Non-Repellent Termiticides Most of the early generations of liquid termiticides work by repelling termites. They […]