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Rats can turn up in basements, attics, or even sewer systems around your home. As a licensed technician since 2015, I’ve helped hundreds of homeowners in Old Town get rid of rat infestations with Better Termite and Pest Control. Our four-step rodent protocol makes it easy to identify different types of rats and choose the […]...

Homeowners often worry about diseases linked to rats in and around their homes. One big question is how long do rats live and what that means for disease risk. Since 2015, I’ve handled countless calls about rats in Old Town and seen how timing matters. Additionally, we’ll look at rat lifespans in the wild and […]...

Boxelder bugs often swarm homes in fall, looking like a red-and-black beetle but really a true bug. As a registered technician with four years in the field, I’ve handled countless invasions. Our third-generation family business has served the DMV for over 50 years, so you’re in good hands. The red and black beetle phenomenon: boxelder […]...

Have you spotted black-and-red bugs clustering on your exterior walls and asked, “are boxelder bugs harmful?” In the DMV region these invasions can be alarming. As a registered technician with four years in the field and a third-generation Schulz family legacy, I’ve removed thousands of bugs. What Are Boxelder Bugs? Box Elder Bug Identification Basics […]...

Boxelder bugs are common nuisance pests that gather on trees and homes. As a registered technician with four years in the field, I’ve seen our family business battle these bugs in the DMV for over 50 years. Let’s explore what drives their meals and migrations. Understanding the Boxelder Bug: A Nuisance Pest Profile Boxelder bugs […]...

Worker ants are the busy females you spot on your counter or baseboard. They make up most of an ant colony and perform every job except reproduction. In my years with over a hundred calls, I’ve seen them in kitchens and bathrooms, tracing trails that reveal their entry points. The Ant Colonies Caste System: Worker […]...

Mosquitoes can ruin time outdoors. I’ve battled them in my own yard, testing DIY sprays and traps under thick vegetation. Out of that work came a program mixing topical sprays and IN2Care traps. In this guide, you’ll learn what do mosquitoes look like, how to spot breeding sites, and which treatments work. Basics of What […]...

Mosquitoes can turn a nice evening in your yard into an itchy battle. In the DC metro area, high humidity and standing water make them a constant threat. My own family’s yard had a serious problem before we looked at the science and got to work. We tested traps, sprays, and habitat changes until we […]...

A mosquito bite can ruin summer outdoor time. Mosquitoes buzz around on warm nights, leaving itchy welts. When my family battled swarms in our backyard, I turned to research on how long an insect like a mosquito lives at each stage. Understanding the average mosquito lifespan and the four stages in the mosquito life cycle […]...

Mosquitoes can shut down your backyard fun with their itchy bites. Ever wondered how long do mosquitoes live? Knowing their life span and life cycle helps you time treatments for the best results. Our home had a swamp of mosquitoes thanks to thick shrubs and standing water. We tried dozens of fixes until our In2Care […]...