April 6, 2018
While many ants species that find their way indoors are considered nothing more than a nuisance pest, there is one species that can cause extensive damage to both homes and businesses. Carpenter ants are responsible for extensive property damage as they hollow out wood to build their nests. If you are experiencing any of these problems around your home, it’s possible you already have a carpenter ant problem.
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Now that spring is officially here, the arrival of warm temperatures will, unfortunately, also lead to an increase in the amount of pests birds that will be arriving around your home or business. This can lead to an increase in health risks as well as potential damages to your property. While warm weather is one of the primary factors that contribute to the return of birds throughout the spring, there are many other factors that make this season particularly troublesome for those dealing with pest bird problems.
March 23, 2018
As bed bugs continue to be found in public places looking to hitch a ride to their next meal, it is more important than ever to understand what bed bugs look like and the best ways to protect your structure from infestation. As with other pests, early detection of bed bugs is critical for ensuring that the infestation doesn’t progress to a larger problem. If you suspect that bed bugs are secretly living in your home or business, here are some of the signs you should be looking for to expedite their removal.
March 16, 2018
Following spring rains, many homeowners and business owners will begin seeing swarms of bugs emerging from the ground, dead trees or foundational cracks. Unfortunately, more often than not, these insects are termite alates or “swarmers”. To ensure your home protected from these destructive pests, follow these tips to look for termite swarms in the upcoming months.
March 9, 2018
While cockroaches may inhabit a home or business at any point during the year, they typically will thrive in the spring and summer with warmer temperatures. Not only are these creepy pests disturbing, they can be a source of several potential health threats when they take up residence in your home or business. If you want to protect your structure and prevent cockroach infestation, now is the time to spring into action.
March 2, 2018
Spring is just around the corner and while you may not have seen many pests throughout the winter, they will soon be making themselves known in large numbers. Most of the pests you will find throughout the upcoming season are not only annoying but incredibly persistent making it hard to enjoy the warming temperatures. If you are looking forward to spending time enjoying the great outdoors, here are 3 spring pests you should prepare for now.
February 19, 2018
It seems like no home or business are safe from the threat of bed bug infestation anymore as these prolific pests begin expanding their dominance in a variety of residential and commercial structures. These bloodsucking pests have started to develop a resistance to traditional pyrethroids and other insecticides commonly used by pest management professionals, leading new and innovative treatment options to be developed. To help accommodate this growing need, Pied Piper Services is now the first bed bug control specialist in Oklahoma to provide Aprehend® treatments.
February 16, 2018
While watching birds on your property can be a fulfilling venture, there will likely come a time when a birds nest begins to impair the beauty of your structure or property. If you are considering removing birds nests from your property, there are many local and federal laws that may require you to think twice to avoid large fines or other penalties. If you are considering removing bird nests from your property, contact The Pied Piper and we can help determine these key factors that contribute to proper removal.
February 9, 2018
It’s a common belief that the only thing termites are attracted to is wood; however, this couldn’t be further from the truth. While the wooden structures of many homes and businesses are damaged by termites annually, there are often other factors that draw them to a structure prior to these damages occurring. To ensure your home or business is protected, here are three things other than wood that could potentially attract termites to your structure.
