When faced with unwanted critters around your home, you might wonder whether to call animal control or pest control. While both deal with nuisance animals, their roles, responsibilities, and methods of handling these situations differ significantly. Understanding the difference can help homeowners choose the right solution for their specific problem. What Is Animal Control? Animal control services are typically government-run or offered by local municipalities. Their primary focus is managing issues related to wild or domesticated animals within a community to ensure public safety and animal welfare. What Do Animal Control Services Handle? Animal control [...]

Winter brings freezing temperatures, blizzards, and sometimes the hope of fewer insects in the summer. But is there any truth to the belief that a harsh winter could reduce pest activity in the warmer months? While it’s an enticing theory—who wouldn’t want fewer mosquitoes or ticks—we can’t rely on winter weather alone to control pest populations. Here’s a closer look at how pests survive the winter and what that means for you once the temperatures rise. Winter Survival Tactics of Pests Despite the bone-chilling cold, many pests have developed remarkable ways to ensure they live [...]

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house... Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse! But what if a mouse was stirring in your home this winter? With the chill settling over Kentuckiana, mice are on the move, looking for warmth and shelter. Unfortunately, that often leads them straight into our cozy homes. These pesky little critters might be tiny, but they can cause big problems. From nibbling on your belongings to spreading germs, nobody wants uninvited guests of the furry kind. But don’t worry—you can take steps to keep these [...]