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Drawing from 300 years of combined experience serving 100,000+ DC Metro homes, our expert guides help you spot exactly what's bugging you and how to get rid of it fast.

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Detailed information on identification, behavior, and our treatment approach

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American Roaches

The Largest Common Roach Found in Homes

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Ants

Exploring the Fascinating World of Ants: Nature's Master Architects

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Bald-Faced Hornets

The Aggressive Aerial Nest Builders

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Centipedes

Unwelcome House Guests: Why Centipedes Show Up in Your Home

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Clover Mites

Tiny Red Invaders: Understanding Clover Mites

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Fire Ants

Aggressive Stinging Ants That Build Large Mounds in Your Yard

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German Roaches

Roaches: The Unwelcome Houseguests

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Ground Bees

Solitary bees that nest in your lawn but rarely pose a threat to homeowners.

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Honey Bees

Essential pollinators that play a critical role in ecosystems and agriculture.

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Mice

The Unwanted Houseguests

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Millipedes

Millipedes: The Moisture-Loving Crawlers

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Mosquitoes

Tiny, blood-feeding insects that spread disease and disrupt outdoor activities.

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Oriental Roaches

Everything You Need to Know About Oriental Roaches

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Paper Wasps

Identifying and Treating Paper Wasp Infestations

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Rats

Rats are common household pests that can cause damage and spread disease.

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Silverfish

Silverfish: Ancient Pests That Thrive in Dark, Damp Places

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Spiders

Spiders can be difficult to control due to their varied entry points and behaviors

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Stink Bugs

Stink bugs invade homes in large numbers during the fall and release a foul odor when disturbed.

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Sugar Ants

The Tiny Kitchen Invaders That Follow Sweet Trails Into Your Home

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Termites

The silent destroyers: Termites can go undetected for years, causing costly damage.

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Ticks

Tiny bloodsuckers lurking in your yard

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Yellowjackets

Aggressive stinging insects that build large colonies and are highly defensive of their nests.

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