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September 28, 2023
Fall Homeownership Issues in the South: Cockroaches vs. Palmetto Bugs

As fall approaches in the southern United States, homeowners are not only gearing up for the beautiful foliage and cooler temperatures but also for the resurgence of certain pests. Among the most notorious fall intruders in the south are cockroaches and palmetto bugs. These unwanted guests can make your autumn less enjoyable if you don't […]

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September 13, 2023
Stink Bugs: A Southern Homeowner's Guide to Fall Pest Control

As the days grow shorter and the leaves start to change colors, homeowners in the southern United States prepare for a unique challenge that comes with the fall season: stink bugs. These odorous invaders can be a real nuisance, but with the right strategies, you can keep your home stink bug-free and enjoy the beauty […]

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August 20, 2023
Effective Pest Control Strategies for Fall in Georgia

As summer fades into fall in Georgia, the transition brings about a shift in the ecosystem, including changes in pest behavior. Fall in Georgia is a time of beauty, but it's also a period when pests begin to seek refuge from the cooling temperatures. To maintain a pest-free environment during this season, it's important to […]

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August 13, 2023
How To Prevent Roaches In Your Georgia Home!

How to Prevent Roaches in Your Georgia Home No matter how clean you keep your home, at some time or another you’re bound to see a roach in your house. Roaches don’t just go after dirty houses, although unclean spaces do attract more of them. In fact, you can come across them even in the […]

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August 10, 2023
Battling Rodent Infestations in Georgia's Attics and Basements

Rodent infestations are a common issue faced by homeowners across the United States, and Georgia is no exception. The warm and humid climate from Atlanta to Athens provides an ideal breeding ground for rodents like rats and mice, which can result in rodent invasions of both attics and basements. These unwelcome guests not only damage […]

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June 25, 2023
How To Get Rid of Bed Bugs in Apartments

The rhyme may say, "Sleep tight, and don't let the bed bugs bite," but what do you do when the bed bugs do bite? If you wake up with red, itching bites after sleeping in your apartment, you may have a bedbug problem. These pests can be daunting to treat, but that doesn't mean you […]

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June 15, 2023
Top Tips for Preventing Bed Bugs in Commercial Properties

Bed bugs do find their homes in other people's houses, but that is not the only place they will take up residence. Bed bugs can also find a place to live in commercial properties as well, places such as hotels, office buildings, or retail stores. While this can seem like an unlikely place, bed bugs […]

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May 22, 2023
Can Bed Bugs Be Found in Offices?

Unfortunately, bed bug infestations can be found just about anywhere, including office spaces. No matter how clean any building is, there is always a chance that bed bugs can be found there. So while it may be surprising, your office building could be home to bed bugs. This problem should be dealt with as soon […]

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May 10, 2023
5 Reasons Commercial Businesses Should Use a Professional Pest Control Company to Treat Bed Bugs

If you are a commercial property owner worried about bed bugs, whether you have bed bugs or are worried about an infestation, then you should be using a professional pest control company. Bed bugs can devastate a business. Businesses in the hospitality industry, especially, can have a hard time bouncing back from a bed bug […]

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April 28, 2023
Are Bed Bugs Found in Retail Stores?

More and more, bed bugs are being found in unexpected places, such as commercial buildings, including offices and even retail stores. Unfortunately, bed bugs are no longer just pests that invade homes or hotels. Businesses like furniture stores with mattresses and many hiding places are also at risk. Finding bed bugs can not only be […]

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April 14, 2023
Everything You Need to Know About Bed Bugs in Hotels

It would be anyone’s worst nightmare to check in to a hotel only to find out there are bed bugs. Waking up to bed bug bites would be the most unsettling feeling. However, this is becoming more and more prevalent for many staying in hotels. Sadly, these pests can be difficult to get rid of. […]

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March 28, 2023
Getting Rid of Bed Bugs in Georgia Libraries

Surprisingly, bed bugs can be found almost anywhere nowadays, even in public libraries. Books can come back from a home infested with bed bugs, and those bed bugs may have hitched a ride from the home, meaning the bed bugs have now found their way into the library. It can seem that no place is […]

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March 14, 2023
What Types of Pests Come Out in the Spring?

When the temperature begins to warm up, flowers bloom, the birds come out, and people begin to venture outdoors once again. But we are the only ones coming out for the spring. Unfortunately, Pests will also come out again in the springtime after a winter of hunkering down. The question is, what pests might you […]

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February 27, 2023
Where Do Mosquitoes Go in Winter?

One of the many things residents of Georgia love is the milder winters. While the rest of the country can have freezing temperatures for many days at a time, Georgia experiences warmer winters because of its climate. While this is great for many other things, it’s not always so great when it comes to bugs. The […]

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February 15, 2023
3 Common Pests That Are Active in Winter

If you live in the southern US, like residents of Georgia, then you know that, unfortunately, the warmer weather means pests and insects are still active even in the winter time. While you may not see as many insects in winter, they are still there. Sometimes, insects will even more indoors to avoid the outside […]

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January 31, 2023
Your Guide for Effective Rodent Control in Georgia

Rodents are not only pests that you don't want to find anywhere near your property, but they can also be problematic. For one, rodents can cause significant damage to any space. They are chewers and will chew through wires, wood, or even belongings. This can lead to costly electrical or structural damage. If you see […]

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January 16, 2023
Four Reasons You Don’t Want to Find Cockroaches In Your Home

At the first sight of a cockroach, you might not need much convincing to contact professional help. No one wants to see a cockroach lurking anywhere in their home. Cockroaches can hide well during the day and come out only under the darkness. By the time you discover a cockroach, there may well be an […]

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January 16, 2023
Should I Be Concerned About Carpet Beetles?

In the busyness of life, it isn’t often we take time to examine our carpets or floors. Usually, it is assumed that regular cleaning will eliminate pests of any kind. However, as you are sitting or walking around your rooms, you may notice a few bugs here and there. One such bug that can seemingly […]

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January 16, 2023
Flea and Tick Prevention in Your Home

Although fleas and ticks are more common among homes with pets, these nuisances can find their way into any home. While fleas are tiny insects that feed on blood, ticks are arachnids that feast on blood to reproduce. In every instance, fleas and ticks are unwanted pests that should be dealt with quickly and carefully. […]

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January 16, 2023
Get A Head Start On Your Pest Prevention This Year

Because of year-round milder temperatures in Georgia, pests can be a problem all year round. While there may be less activity in the winter months, it doesn’t mean the pests aren’t there. So before pests can cause lots of damage, get ahead of the situation now. At Pest Force, our pest treatments can treat every […]

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January 13, 2023
Signs of an Ant Infestation & How To Get Rid of Them

Ants can be one of the most unpopular house guests. One day, you see a few of them crawling around; the next day, a whole hoard of ants have found their way into your home. An ant infestation can happen quickly. Thankfully, there are ways to notice an ant infestation and also to get rid […]

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November 12, 2022
Top 3 Most Dangerous Spiders in Georgia

Because of the Georgia weather, it is a popular place for spiders to live. Oftentimes, spiders in the home are harmless. However, there are some spiders that can be dangerous, and it’s important to recognize these spiders to deal with them appropriately. Be on the lookout for these dangerous spiders in Georgia. Brown Widow As its […]

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November 12, 2022
Tips For a Bug-Free Backyard in Georgia

A backyard is an ideal place for hanging out in the warmer Georgia months. It can be a great place for the family to play or to entertain guests. But nothing squashes a backyard hang-out time like bugs. Mosquitoes, ants, yellow jackets, and other bugs can ruin a good time.  To keep your backyard bug […]

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November 12, 2022
Fall Pest Control in Georgia

Come September, most property owners no longer worry about bug infestations. Unfortunately, pests can still be a problem in every season. During the cooler fall months, pests will begin to prepare for winter, searching for food and shelter to take cover in as the nights get colder. Pest prevention is critical to keep pests from […]

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November 12, 2022
Why Does Cockroach Activity Increase in Summer?

The most common time to see cockroaches in or around a Georgia home is in summer.  Although roaches can live in many types of climates, they prefer to live in warm, humid areas such as we have in Georgia summers. Cockroaches come out in summer looking for places to live and food sources to sustain […]

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November 12, 2022
Preventing a Flea Infestation in Georgia

In the summer, fleas can find their way onto beloved pets and into the home. Fleas are not just annoying; they can lead to health concerns too. Itchy bites are not the only concern, as fleas can also carry diseases that can spread within a home. Signs of fleas to watch for can include scratching […]

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November 12, 2022
Why Do I See So Many Bugs After a Treatment?

The place you choose to dwell is your safe space. It is the place you feel the most comfortable, the place you invite your friends over to, and the place your family gathers. But pests can ruin that feeling. The presence of unwanted pests such as cockroaches, spiders, bed bugs, or other vermin can cause […]

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July 25, 2022
Get Rid of Ants in the Office

Spring and summer are prime ant seasons. As soon as it warms up, these tiny creatures begin moving about in search of food. One of the best places to find food could be in office spaces. Once ants find a food source, they may begin rebuilding their colonies near these food sources. This means ants […]

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July 9, 2022
Top Millipede Prevention Tips

Millipedes, the multiple-legged creatures that venture out at night, are never a fun surprise to find in or around your home. These pests can often be found in damp or dark places such as closets, attics, basements, or garages. Millipedes need moisture to survive and will move from place to place in search of moisture […]

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June 9, 2022
K9 Bed Bug Detection

The discovery of bed bugs on the premises of any home, hotel, office, or other location can cause a bit of a panic. No one wants to hear the dreaded words, “It’s bed bugs.” Bed bugs can be difficult both to detect and get rid of. While there are services to treat bed bugs, one […]

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May 26, 2022
Termites in Georgia: Signs, Damage, and Treatment

Termites will often live in your home’s interior or exterior for an extended period of time before you even notice their presence. Because of the nature of termites, whether they are drywood termites living deep within wooden structures, or subterranean termites burrowing underground, significant damage can be done before these pesky intruders are discovered. To […]

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May 25, 2022
Heat Treatment for Bed Bugs

At Pest Force, meeting the needs of customers is our top priority. In some instances, this means treating bed bugs in an environmentally friendly way. Pesticides are not always the right solution. Harsh chemicals in areas where people stay and live could be damaging.  Unfortunately, bed bugs don’t care about what they destroy, but we […]

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May 9, 2022
Bed Bugs in GA

Are you worried about a bed bug infestation? You’re not alone.  Just hearing the words “bed bugs” is enough to make anyone cringe. Bed bugs, once inside a home or place of business, can be extremely difficult to get rid of. Like any type of pests, it can require the services of expert pest control […]

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