Crickets and Earwigs are among the most commonly found pests. Large populations of crickets and earwigs attracts pests that prey on them, most commonly, spiders. Controlling their population not only reduces the amount of insects that are present in and around your home but also reduces the spider population. Treatment to address these pests varies […]
Every few years a new disease appears on the scene and gains world-wide attention. This year the Zika virus is that disease. While Senske Services does not offer mosquito control we wanted to share some information about the Zika virus to help educate our communities with the latest information. WHAT IS ZIKA VIRUS? Zika virus […]
Subterranean Yellowjacket Nest Every month, Hamilton Allen our Director of Technical Services and Training will be sharing information on a variety of relevant topics with the goal of providing helpful information for common issues that arise throughout the year. This month Hamilton is covering a frequent fall pest problem, yellowjackets. Yellowjacket populations are at their […]
Africanized Honey Bees are the result of science experiment gone wrong. It all happened in 1965 when Brazilian scientists were attempting to breed a honey bee that was able to adapt to the weather in the Southern American tropics. What ended up being created is better known today as the “killer bee”. Just within the past 10 years, killer bees […]
Clover mites are plant feeders that usually invade the home, but typically will not reproduce there. Their bodies are about 1/30 “so they are near impossible to spot with the naked eye. They are a reddish-greenish color and they have 4 pair of legs, the front 2 of which are longer than the others. They […]
Billbugs and grubs are turf destroying insects that damage the lawn by feeding on its roots. In cases where large infestations are present, these pesky bugs can actually kill off large areas of the lawn or attract other mammals who will feed on them. The most common method of control is by using a timed […]
Box elder bugs are considered a nuisance pest because they do not bite nor do they damage your home or landscape. They also do not transmit any type of diseases, so they are not a health hazard in any way. Box elder bugs are merely just a pain to many homeowners because of their quick inhabitance […]
Here are some helpful facts about carpenter ants: Size: Up to 13 mm (One of the largest Ants in the US) Color: Black but some have reddish or yellowish coloration Wings: Yes Diet: Sweets and meats or other insects. Habitat: Reside in both living and dead trees, stumps and rotting wood. Prefer to live in wood […]
Slugs and snails are garden pests that feed mostly on decaying plant matter but they also have a tendency to feed on other living plant tissues as well. They can create a real disaster in your garden areas during spring and summer by leaving holes in your precious flowers, shrubs and tree leaves. The good news is that there are […]
