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The experts at Pest Control Solutions, Inc. offer this blog to provide home & business owners in the Las Vegas area with info about common pest pressures. Pest Control Solutions, Inc. provides home pest control and commercial pest control services to Las Vegas, NV, and the surrounding areas.
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1y ago
Identifying Pigeons On Your Property
Pigeons are in the same family as doves. This particular family of birds is called Columbidae, and there are over 300 species in this classification. However, only a few of these birds are in Las Vegas.
The rock pigeon is the most common type in this area. This type of pigeon is about 13 inches long and has a round and plump body. The rock pigeon usually has reddish-orange feet and legs; however, they can also be gray or black.
The rock pigeons around Las Vegas homes can come in a wide range of colors. Sometimes, the bird has solid white feature ..read more
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1y ago
How To Identify Black Widow Spiders
Black widow spiders are some of the most recognizable spiders in the world. They usually have shiny black bodies, large, round abdomens, and can grow to an inch and a half wide. The female black widow has a red-orange marking on the abdomen in the shape of an hourglass. Male black widows usually have orange spots scattered throughout their bodies. Female black widows tend to be slightly larger than male black widows.
Before a black widow reaches maturity, both males and females look similar. They usually have white and orange bodies when they are young ..read more
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1y ago
Characteristics Of Common Ants
Ants are small, communal insects that live in huge underground colonies. They delegate the tasks needed for colony upkeep between different casts. Each colony has one queen, who is much larger and lives much longer than other ants. The majority of the ants in the colony are female worker ants. The male ants are either drones that live solely to mate with the queen and then die or winged alates, reproductives born to establish another colony.
The Problems Ants Can Cause In Your House
The ants in Las Vegas don't bite unless they are defending themselves and don't c ..read more
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1y ago
How To Tell If You Have A Cockroach Problem In Your Home
Here are some ways to tell if you may have a cockroach infestation in your Las Vegas home:
You see droppings: Often found near food stores, they appear like small, dark specks.
You see egg cases: Roach egg cases are very distinctive and a sure sign.
You see spots on walls: Droppings on walls and ceilings look like dark spots or stains.
You see the bugs: Either alive or dead; a roach sighting indicates a roach infestation.
You see smudge marks: Roaches can discolor things with frequent foot traffic.
If you see any signs of cockroaches ..read more
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1y ago
There Are Two Main Factors That Attract Rats
There are two big reasons rats will move into your home; food and shelter.
Food is the absolute number one reason. Rats are always looking for a good meal, and if they find a lot of good food sources, they are very happy. Instead of working hard to find their next meal, they know right where it is; in your house.
Life is tough out in the wild, and rats constantly seek a safe place to live and raise their families, even if that place is your place. A temperature-controlled home filled with food and water fits their shelter needs perfectly. You love y ..read more
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1y ago
Types of Spiders That Invade Las Vegas Homes
Las Vegas is home to many different types of spiders, though you may encounter some spiders more frequently than others around your property. The most common spiders to spot around your home include common house spiders, cellar spiders, orb spiders, daddy long leg spiders (also known as harvestmen spiders), brown recluse spiders, and black widow spiders.
Additionally, while all types of spiders in Las Vegas can bite and cause potential health issues, you should be especially careful regarding brown recluse and black widow spider infestations. These ..read more
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1y ago
Common Types Of Home-Invading Rodents In Las Vegas
Rodents are prolific, and Las Vegas is home to many different types of rodents in Las Vegas that may easily invade your home. The most common rodents you will need to keep an eye out for include deer mice, house mice, Norway rats, and roof rats. Any mice you encounter will be smaller than rats and have brown to greyish fur, while Norway rats are larger with grey to brown coloring and roof rats have dark brown or black-colored fur.
Contact Pest Control Solutions Inc immediately if you need help with further rodent identification around your pro ..read more
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1y ago
Habits And Behaviors Of Common Rats
One way you can tell if you have rats in your home is by recognizing their habits and behaviors. For example:
Rats gnaw on furniture and other items. To keep their teeth at a reasonable length, rats will gnaw on various things around your home. If you find bite marks on furniture, books, or even baseboards, you might have a rat problem.
Rats leave droppings in certain areas only. If you have an infestation, you will find rat droppings, which look like large, brown, tapered grains of rice in specific spots and in fairly large numbers, rather than equally thr ..read more
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1y ago
Types Of Ants That Commonly Invade Las Vegas Homes
There are many different types of ants in Nevada and the Las Vegas area. Some of the most common ones include:
Fire ants: Most common in the summer, fire ants are an aggressive species that can inflict painful and potentially deadly stings.
Black ants: While black ants are not generally considered dangerous to humans, they are attracted to food supplies and can contaminate them quickly, rendering them no longer suitable for consumption.
Carpenter ants: Carpenter ants are known for chewing through the wooden structures of homes to create galle ..read more