Author Archives: Square Pest Admin

How Silverfish Get Into Your Home and What You Can Do About It

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Georgia is home to lush greenery and beautiful national parks. The humidity that blankets our state for much of the year makes all that natural beauty possible. While we might complain about the frizzy hair or the sticky heat, pests just can’t get enough of it. This warm, damp environment is ideal for many species […]

How to Avoid Bringing Bed Bugs Home After Holiday Travel

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We all love finding unique souvenirs to remember our vacations; unfortunately, some souvenirs, like bed bugs, find us instead. These apple-seed-sized pests are expert hitchhikers and can easily flip a dream vacation into a stressful nightmare. Bed bugs are notoriously easy to bring home as they travel on luggage, clothing, and personal items. They hide […]

5 Signs You Have Mice in Your House and What to Do Next

rodent on the floor near baseboard

It’s that time of year, the days are getting shorter, the weather is getting colder, and guests come around to spend some quality time. Amongst winter festivities, cluttered gift stations, and darker days, you may notice a few visitors who weren’t on the invite list. Mouse activity often peaks from October through December as rodents […]

A Guide to Pest Control Jargon (and What You Actually Need to Know)

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When pests creep into your home and you call a professional for a pest control service, you might hear a few unfamiliar terms, such as “integrated pest management,” “barrier treatment,” or “exclusion.” It can feel like you’ve been hit by a bug-dictionary. But don’t worry, you don’t need to become an expert overnight. Understanding a […]

Do You Need Pest Control Maintenance If You Don’t See Bugs?

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It’s a Saturday morning. You’re enjoying coffee in your kitchen, and there’s been no sign of bugs like ants, roaches, or spiders since summer. It’s easy to clap ourselves on the back and think, “My house is clean. Pest control is summer’s problem.” But effective pest control maintenance is about prevention. Waiting until you see […]

Square Pest Proudly Sponsors Rio Rancho High School Football Team

A teenage football team on the football field at Rio Rancho High School

Square Pest is a proud sponsor of the Rio Rancho High School Football team in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, from 2021 through 2025, demonstrating our continued commitment to supporting youth athletics and community spirit. Our involvement reflects our dedication to fostering teamwork and resilience in the Albuquerque Metro Area community. Through our longstanding sponsorship, Square […]

Square Pest Proudly Sponsors Jack Warble at Western New Mexico University Football

New Mexico University's football team on the stadium

Square Pest is thrilled to sponsor Jack Warble, a talented football player for the Western New Mexico University Mustangs in Silver City, New Mexico, showcasing our commitment to supporting local athletes and higher education. This sponsorship reflects our dedication to fostering individual excellence and community pride in Grant County. Through our sponsorship, Square Pest supports […]

Square Pest Proudly Sponsors Lanier High School Longhorn Cross Country

The Lanier High School Cross Country team

Square Pest is proud to sponsor the Lanier High School Longhorn Cross Country team in Georgia, showcasing our commitment to supporting youth athletics and fostering teamwork in Gwinnett County. This sponsorship reflects our dedication to empowering the next generation of leaders in our local community. Through our sponsorship, Square Pest provides essential resources to support […]

The Immortal Queens: Termite Royalty and  Their Epic Lifespans

Wooden stairs that are falling apart from termite damage

A Unique Look at the Hidden Societies Beneath Our Feet  Introduction: Termites may seem like tiny wood-munchers, but their colonies are  complex kingdoms ruled by queens with astonishing longevity. Some  termite queens can live up to 50 years, outlasting many larger animals.  Today, we uncover the secrets of termite queens, their role in colony  structure, […]

Forced Unions: Bed Bugs’ Traumatic Mating and Rapid Spread 

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A Unique Look at the Invasive Strategies of These  Nocturnal Pests   Introduction:  Bed bugs might be infamous for their itchy bites, but few know about  their brutal mating ritual known as traumatic insemination—where  males forcefully stab females to reproduce. This coercive strategy not  only bypasses consent but also enables a single fertilized female to spark  […]