Mosquitoes are known for being carriers of many different diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and the Zika virus. Many people also wonder, “can mosquitos transfer bacteria to humans?” The answer is yes, they can. How Can Mosquitoes Transmit Bacteria …
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6 Ways to Fend off Summer Mosquitoes
Summer is officially here and if you haven’t been bitten by a mosquito yet, you can bet one is coming soon. Not only are mosquito bites irritating, itchy, and annoying, they can also carry diseases like malaria, yellow fever, West Nile virus, and more. At our Charleston pest control office, we want to help you prevent mosquito bites this summer, so we’re offering some advice.
Read onHow to Protect Your Pets from Pests
At Ledford’s Pest Control, we know how important it is to keep your home free from pests, but we also know how important your pets can be. After all, if you have a dog or cat, the last thing you want is to see them suffer from pests like fleas, ticks, or mosquitoes. Here, our pest control specialists have a few tips for protecting them this spring and summer.
Read onWhat to Know About the Zika Virus
The latest health epidemic in the news is a virus carried by the Aedes mosquito called the Zika virus. Understanding what the virus is, where it came from, and the effects it can have may be a little confusing, so our Columbia pest control company is here to break it down.
Read onInstead of Bug Spray, Try… Victoria’s Secret Perfume?
At our Columbia pest control company, we know all too well that mosquito bites are both annoying and dangerous – that’s why we’re always looking for new ways to prevent them. Recently, we came across an interesting article posted by USA Today about a new (and surprising) way to repel mosquitoes, and we thought we’d share.
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