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If you’ve ever spotted tiny white specks moving across your basement floor or bathroom baseboards, you might be looking at silverfish larvae. These cream-colored insects are often the first sign of what could become a major household pest problem. In my four years as a registered technician, I’ve seen how catching these pests early makes […]...

Finding a quick-moving bug in your bathroom or basement can be startling. But knowing whether you’re dealing with a silverfish or centipede makes all the difference in how you handle the problem. After four years as a registered technician and working with our family business that’s served the DMV area for over 50 years, I’ve […]...

When homeowners in the DC, Virginia, and Maryland area spot aggressive stinging insects building underground nests, they often call them “ground hornets.” However, this common term actually describes two very different types of wasps that nest in soil. Understanding what these insects look like and how to treat them properly can help you protect your […]...

When you spot a brown spider in your home, fear often kicks in immediately. Is it dangerous? Will it bite? Should you call someone right away? These concerns are completely understandable, especially when trying to identify whether you’re dealing with a wolf spider vs brown recluse. In my years working with pest control throughout the […]...

Knowing what ticks look like can protect you and your family from serious tick-borne diseases. These small arachnids are more than just a nuisance – they carry dangerous pathogens that can cause lasting health problems. I learned this firsthand during a road trip when I stepped into a field for just a few minutes and […]...

When you hear scratching in the walls or find droppings in your kitchen, you’re dealing with a rodent problem. But knowing whether you have mice vs rats makes all the difference in how you tackle the issue. These two common pests require different treatment approaches, and getting it wrong means the problem persists. After working […]...

Seeing a suspected bed bug in your home can cause immediate panic. After four years as a registered technician and being part of a family business serving the DMV area for over 50 years, I’ve helped countless homeowners identify these pests correctly. Pictures of bed bugs are your best tool for accurate identification, especially since […]...

Finding little black beetles in house spaces can be frustrating and concerning for homeowners. These tiny invaders appear seemingly out of nowhere, crawling across floors, gathering on windowsills, or contaminating your pantry items. In my four years as a registered technician, I’ve responded to hundreds of calls about little black beetles in house situations across […]...

Finding ants in the kitchen can be frustrating, especially when they seem to appear out of nowhere. In my years as a licensed pest control technician, I’ve noticed that spring brings one of the most common complaints from homeowners. Most people first spot these tiny invaders around sinks or marching along countertops. What starts as […]...

Seeing black ants with wings suddenly appear in your home can be startling. These winged ants, called alates, emerge during nuptial flights when mature colonies release reproductive ants to start new nests. Many homeowners first spot these swarms near windows, especially during spring and early summer. In my experience helping customers across the DC Metro […]...