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The (Global) Problem with Bark Beetles

At Ledford’s, we always try to keep up with the latest news on pests around the country. Recently, we discovered an interesting article about the spread of bark beetles from the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies. These pests are causing problems not only in the U.S., but around the world and we thought we’d share.

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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.

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Spiders

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When it comes to spiders, they’re likely everyone’s least favorite pest. In fact, around 60% of people suffer from arachnophobia, which is the fear of spiders. However, they’re pretty fascinating creatures. Our Columbia pest control company has collected 10 fun facts that you probably didn’t know about spiders.

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Termites

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If you’ve ever had termites in your home or office, you know that they can be frustrating to eliminate. Termites colonies can contain anywhere from several hundred to several millions, all of which can eat 24 hours a day and feed mainly on wood, making them a prominent form of destruction.

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