Innovative Pest Solutions Blog

Spending more time outside? Here’s how to protect yourself! If my neighborhood is any reflection of the rest of North Carolina, it’s safe to say that you are probably taking a lot more walks lately. Nothing can ruin the fun like some biting insects. Here are some tips to protect yourself while outdoors:  Bug spray. Have you looked at the bug spray options lately? It’s a bit intimidating. ...

In light of current events, let’s focus on some insect positivity! I think we could all use a little positivity in our lives right now, so let’s talk about some insects that benefit us in some way. Bees. You cannot talk about beneficial insects without discussing bees. About 80% of our crops in the United States are pollinated by bees. Bees also produce delicious honey, which is the favored s...

Is boredom starting to take over? Here are some things you can do to keep yourself active and help prevent pest problems. Take a walk...around the perimeter of your home. Trim any tall grass or bushes that are contacting the side of the house. Note any cracked siding, torn window screens, or broken crawlspace vents. Check the seams around all doors, including the garage and crawlspace.  B...

If you were wondering if we are still servicing homes and businesses, the answer is yes! Two questions we hear lately are “Are you guys open?” and “Is it still safe for me to have my regular pest control treatment?” Fortunately, the answer to both is YES! Pest control services fall under the category of essential, due to their role in keeping homes and businesses pest-free and thus helping to...

Roly polies, pill bugs, potato bugs . . . no matter what you call them, they likely flood your mind with memories of being a kid. Let’s learn more about them! What are isopods? Isopods are . . . get ready for this . . . terrestrial crustaceans! Can you believe it? That’s right—these guys are more closely related to a crab than they are an insect. Like your standard crustaceans, isopods have g...

If Spring cleaning involves your garage, you may find some common pests hiding amongst the boxes.  Garages are prone to some common pests due to their temperature/humidity and undisturbed areas. Here are some common pests you might find in your garage: Spiders. You probably didn’t need us to tell you this, but you likely have a fair number of spiders in your garage. Most spiders prefer t...