Bees and Pollination This week is National Pollinator Week, it’s safe to say the bee is the most recognized pollinator. No doubt bees are some of the best workers on the planet, buzzing about from flower to flower, visiting different plants and vegetation working nonstop all day long. Unfortunately bees can often be feared as […]
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Earwigs in Your Home? If you are finding earwigs in your home, look no further, Alpha has you covered. Earwigs are a common household pest and are unique with the way they look. They are easily recognizable by their pinchers located at the ends of their abdomen, which are generally harmless to humans. Earwigs will […]
Alpha Home Pest Control has some exciting news to share. We have always strived to hold high standards for our pest services offered, customer service and our first class employees. We are proud to announce that Alpha Home Pest Control is officially QualityPro Certified. The QualityPro certification helps to take our professionalism to the next […]
Pests, Allergies and Your Health Certain pests and your health won’t always mix well together. Creepy crawly unwanted pests and rodents aren’t only annoying, they can contribute to some serious health problems. Preventative actions are important when it comes to protecting your home, business, schools, hospitals, restaurants, daycare’s and elderly rest homes. Some examples: Cockroaches […]
The Varied Carpet Beetle It can be hard to think of “beetles” living in your carpet without realizing it, but it can happen. Many people have seen them but few people know what these tiny insects actually are and capable of. Carpet Beetles are a common pest and often is mistaken for “some sort of […]
Keeping unwanted insects and the creepy crawlies out of the house is on most people’s agenda, but what about in the garden? Not are insects are harmful to your garden plants, in fact there are many insects that are actually beneficial. The beneficial insects are like watch dogs for your garden; they will be your […]
Bed bugs are at the top of the list for most feared pests and experiencing a bed bug infestation in your own home can take its toll on any family. If you think about it, bed bugs are like a physiological pest, they can take over your home as well as your mind Over the […]
Rodents can pose a major threat to both; property and human health. Not only do they eat a variety of foods that you may have stored in your pantry, but they can also contaminate it. This can lead to food poisoning. They can also cause significant damage to buildings by chewing on everything from insulation […]
We have heard it many times, pest control in the winter is a waste and not needed because the pests “go away”. The truth is, winter pest services are just as important as any other, if not more valuable. When the temperatures start to cool and winter begins, pests, rodents and spiders, insects do not […]