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Common Lawn Pests Every Utah Homeowner Should Know About

Utah grass makes suburban lawns beautiful and green, even in the midst of a dry desert state. Varieties have to be tough to make it through the Beehive State’s drought-prone summers. The types of grass that typically do the best here include Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, and perennial ryegrass. But even the hardiest […]

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Spring Pest Control Tips from Preventive Pest Control

Many homeowners look forward to springtime when they can take advantage of the warmer weather to clean their homes and property. Unfortunately, many pests become more active when spring arrives and actively begin invading homes. However, there are preventive measures that you can take to help stop pest infestations from occurring on your property. We […]

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3 Natural Ways to Keep Pests Away

When you’re trying to keep your home chemical and pest free, the creepy crawlies often find their way in. Even in an all-natural home, it’s important to actively keep bugs and pests out of your house and yard. Bugs can potentially carry sicknesses and germs, so for the safety of your family, it’s good to […]

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What Attracts Common House Pests During the Winter

Winter is an excellent time of year. With the holidays in full swing, many distractions can keep a homeowner occupied from common household pests that may be lurking around. In the winter, pests love the warmth, making your home the perfect place to settle for the colder months. There are several common house pests to […]

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How to Keep Pests Away During the Holidays

‘Tis the season to be jolly…unless some uninvited guests decide to crash the party. Unlike most people, pests don’t take the holidays off, and they can prove an unwelcome surprise when you’re entertaining friends and family. However, with a few useful tips from Preventive Pest Control, you can successfully keep pests away during the holidays […]

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How to Avoid Carpenter Ant Damage

There are five species of ants commonly found in Utah, including the highly destructive carpenter ant. They are fiercely industrious little creatures and can wreak havoc and cause major damage to a home in a short amount of time. Once you have identified carpenter ants in or near your home, there are steps that should […]

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10 Spring Cleaning Tips to Avoid Pests

As the weather slowly warms up for spring here in Utah, residents are going to have more time to clean. But rodents and wasps and spiders (oh my!) are going to be breeding, too. So, in your spring cleaning, include ways to prevent pests from spreading. Here are 10 ways to avoid pests through cleaning. […]

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5 Signs of a Rodent Infestation in Your Home

Rodents are unwelcome visitors in just about any home. They can wreak havoc on your wiring, spoil your food, and create unsanitary living conditions if left untreated. With all the damage they can do, you’d think it would be obvious when rodents have come to inhabit your home. But unfortunately, many rodent problems go undetected […]

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Where Do Pests Go For Winter?

When the temperatures grow frigid, the natural inclination is to cozy up, stay inside, and maybe even put on a few pounds (if we’re being honest). In some degree, hibernation is a tendency of all living creatures. And while we all hear that birds fly south for the winter, what about the pests? They may […]

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