Innovative Pest Solutions Blog

North Carolina’s mosquito season usually begins when warmer weather approaches around April.  Mosquitos will linger around until October or until we experience colder weather.  Mosquitos breed rapidly in our area, leading to a higher population of these annoying pests.  Enjoying your outdoor space in the Raleigh area can be difficult if you are invaded by mosquitos. 3 step...

Innovative Pest Solutions would like to congratulate its owner, Kevin Spillman for successfully passing his Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) test in January 2019. He now has the honor of being called an ACE. This designation is solid evidence to the general public and the pest control community that Kevin has undergone a rigorous testing program that included evaluation of his education a...

Termite infestation ...the words alone can send chills down the back of any homeowner who has had to deal with them before. The thought of these bugs eating away at your home is downright infuriating and gross. But what’s even more infuriating is the cost of having to deal with termite removal and damage. Here are some of the costs of termite damage to your home: Structural ...

Rodents are very common household pests.  It is not unusual for mice to attempt to invade a space in order to access food and shelter.  Mice can sneak into your home any time of year; however, they are more common in the winter months.  The problem with rodents entering a home is that they bring with them many unhealthy things that can be dangerous to humans.  If you know wh...

Stink bugs are a common pest in North Carolina and were introduced to the United States in the mid 1990’s.  More than forty states have identified as having a presence of stink bugs; however, they are most common in the Mid Atlantic region.  Stink bugs are large oval shaped insects.  They get their name from the odor they produce.  The odor is used as a defense against...

Changing weather conditions in the Raleigh area make for constant changes in the pest population.  Changes in temperature and changes in the amount of rainfall both have a direct impact on the number and types of pests present in our homes. The 4 seasons and how they affect pest populations: Spring: The warmer weather means breeding season for many pests.  Breeding season also...