Fall is in full swing in the South and many people think that the end of summer means the end of pests. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. While some do disappear when the temperature drops, there are still a handful that stick around (many times, they’ll find their way into your home for warmth or shelter).
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3 Common Ant Species in South Carolina
There are more than 10,000 ant species all around the world and while they may all look similar, they can be very different. Here in South Carolina, there are three ant species that are prevalent and our South Carolina pest control company is here to share some of their characteristics.
Read onA New Type of Fire Ant?
At Ledford’s, our Charleston, Columbia, and Florence pest control experts are always on the look-out for new pests. We came across a myStatesman article recently that describes “crazy ants” – a kind of fire ant that’s causing lots or problems in the South. We thought we’d share.
Read onDon’t Let Pests Ruin Your Holiday Cheer
Now that Thanksgiving is over, it’s time to look for the perfect Christmas tree and break out the seasonal decorations from the attic. Before you go stringing things up around the house, however, be careful – spiders, roaches, rodents and other pests may be hiding amidst your holiday items if they haven’t been properly stored.
Read onWhat Restaurant Owners Can Do to Prevent Pests
Pests can affect more than just homes and office buildings – they can also affect businesses like restaurants. When a restaurant has a pest problem, finding a pest control company to eliminate the infestation may not be their only issue. They could suffer from unhappy customers, bad ratings, low sanitation scores, and more.
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