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Spotting a flying cockroach in your home can be alarming. After four years as a registered technician dealing with cockroach issues throughout the DMV area, I’ve learned that most homeowners panic when they see these winged invaders. The good news is that effective treatments exist to eliminate them completely. Most people don’t realize that “flying […]...

Boxelder bugs are one of the most common overwintering pests we encounter in the DMV area. As a registered technician with four years of experience in our family business, I’ve seen countless homeowners dealing with these red and black insects swarming their properties each fall. Understanding what do boxelder bugs eat is crucial for effective […]...

Have you ever wondered why are stink bugs called stink bugs? If you’ve ever accidentally crushed one of these shield-shaped insects, you already know the answer. As a registered pest control technician working in our family’s third-generation business serving the DMV area for over 50 years, I get calls from homeowners who are shocked by […]...

Finding silverfish in your bathroom can be unsettling, especially when you don’t know what’s attracting them. These wingless insects thrive in specific conditions that many homes unknowingly provide. Through my four years as a registered technician in our family’s pest control business, I’ve helped countless homeowners in the DMV area understand what draws these nocturnal […]...

Earwigs are one of those pests that make homeowners cringe when they find them scurrying across the bathroom floor at night. These reddish-brown insects with their signature pincer-like tails might look scary, but learning how to kill earwigs effectively doesn’t have to be complicated. After working in pest control for four years and continuing our […]...

Earwigs are showing up in your basement again. You’ve spotted them crawling around your bathroom at night, and now you’re wondering what to do about it. After four years working as a registered technician in the DMV area, I’ve helped countless homeowners tackle these moisture-loving pests through strategic trapping and treatment approaches. Earwig traps offer […]...

Knowing spider names can make the difference between managing a minor pest issue and dealing with a major infestation. In my years working in areas like Mt. Vernon, where trees and moisture create perfect spider habitats, I’ve seen how quickly these arachnids build up in home eaves. Our two-pronged approach—removing current webs with a webster […]...

During my training near our owner’s Alexandria home, I saw how tricky termite tunnels can hide. A small bulge in a window sill revealed a network of termite tunnels under the foundation. These mud tubes often mean a hidden problem, so it’s crucial to know what they are and how to protect your home. According […]...

Spying tiny brown bugs in bathroom cracks into your peace of mind. You might wonder if they bite, damage wood, or just annoy you. This guide walks you through what they could be, how to capture them, and when to call in a pro. Why Tiny Brown Bathroom Bugs like Silverfish and Springtails are Hard […]...

Spotting tiny red bugs crawling on your windowsill? Those small red spiders are usually clover mites, not true spiders. In my experience working in DC metro homes, these mites spike in spring and fall. They never bite but leave red stains when crushed. Even though they’re called small red spiders, they’re not true spiders. To […]...