Are you seeing little bugs that are flying around your house? Not sure what they are? We really hope they aren’t termites, but how can you be sure? One of the worst things to have in your yard or home is termites. not only do they eat the wood, but they have swarmers that will go find new places to start a new section of wood. This makes more places you will find termites. Stewart Termite & Pest Control explores termite swarmers and what they can mean for your property. What are Flying Termite Swarmers? Swarmer termites are winged adult termites. These swarmers are the reproductive termite ..read more

Termites are found everywhere. Their spreading out and populating quickly is easy for them but causes problems for others. It is first important to be aware of what exactly causes termites in Pennsylvania to flourish in order to fight them in a better way. A sign of bad luck and that not much can be done to get rid of them is what many people believe about termites. If one has the right kind of information, this notion is obviously incorrect, as they are not a sign of bad luck at all as they are so indiscriminate. Also, thankfully they can be removed! Today, we at Stewart Termite & Pest Co ..read more

Termites require a much greater amount of attention than any other pest. The professionals at Stewart Termite & Pest Control are extremely knowledgeable in termite behavior, termite construction and termite biology. Our technicians are familiar and experienced in effectively inspecting your home for termites. We are trained in the safe and proper uses of termite pesticides. Our technicians are highly qualified in successful termite removal methods, starting with the most perhaps the most important aspect; termite inspections. We delve into this topic further below. Intensive Termite Inspec ..read more

Pests can make their way into your home, and before you even realize it, you have an infestation on your hands. The general insects and pests that come into your home are looking for favorable conditions and a convenient food and water source. Once they indulge in the optimal living conditions of your home, evicting them can be tough. Considering that, we at Stewart Termite & Pest Control would like to remind you on how you can keep the pests out of your home during the months where their activities are in full swing. What Does an Interior Pest Inspection Consist Of? Complete an in depth i ..read more

With the destruction they cause, termites are notorious across the country. For businesses and homes, having termites are problematic and cost billions of dollars in the damage they do a year. The integrity of the wood is weakened with hollowed galleries, or tunnels as they chew through and consume the wood throughout your home. Though there are different types of termites in Pittsburgh, PA, subterranean termites are the most dominant. With this in mind, the general basics of subterranean termites is what we at Stewart Termite & Pest Control would like to share today. Do Subterranean Termi ..read more

Anytime there is a risk of damage to the structure of your home, homeowners want to take every necessary step needed to avoid it. When you have wood destroying insects causing damage, it can end up costing the homeowner thousands of dollars in property damage. One of the insects that fall into that category are carpenter ants. There are several signs that you can look for and Stewart Termite & Pest Control is here to make sure you don’t miss any potential signs that point to carpenter ant infestations. Carpenter Ant Identification Carpenter ants are the largest ant species that are found i ..read more

Found all over the nation are cockroaches. There are few who do not know what a cockroach is as one of the common pest invaders. They that can trigger allergy and asthma attacks and spread serious diseases and ailments as they spread germs and bacteria around your home and are perceived as grotesque creatures. There are many if you see one, though a cockroach in your home may not seem serious. It is in your better interest to call the professionals for elimination if you have an infestation of cockroaches. The most common cockroaches found in Pennsylvania is what we at Stewart Termite & Pe ..read more

Local Philadelphia residents started seeing more rodents in the early rise of the pandemic as more people were working from their homes and less food waste was being generated by restaurants. Unfortunately, according to 2019 Census Bureau housing data released this year, the Philadelphia metropolitan area took the undesirable distinction among the 15 most populated areas as having the highest percentage of residents who spotted rodents in their homes during the last 12 months even prior to the pandemic. Rodent sightings are more common in homes in the Northeast. Those more likely to report pes ..read more

As the cooler temperatures creep in, many homeowners will direct their attention to winter pests such as rodents, bed bugs, and other pests that invade homes to escape the bitter cold of the winter season. Fall is the best time to begin preparing your home defenses from the winter invading pests. However there is one pest everyone keeps asking about, and the question is, are termites still a problem in the winter? It is a common belief that termites hibernate during the winter. Even in the coldest places in the world, the answer to this question is no. Termites don’t hibernate. Stewart Termite ..read more

From contamination to structural damage, there are many problems that rodents can cause in homes. As they try to push their way indoors all year long, but primarily in the fall, it is important to focus on keeping them. It is best to leave their removal to the professionals if you suspect you have a rodent infestation. Today, we at Stewart Termite & Pest Control would like to discuss the reasons why rodents are a problem in Pittsburgh and briefly share the common rodents in the area. Health Problems & Other Negative Effects of Rodents When they get inside your home, the number-one prob ..read more