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Descriptions September 25, 2020

Differences Between Wolf Spider and Brown Recluse

Wolf spiders and brown recluse spiders are often confused for each other, due to their similar appearance. However, there are notable differences between the two. Differentiating between these two is important, since while the bite of a wolf spider is harmless to humans, brown recluses are venomous, and can cause tissue damage. As a matter…

Pest Control in Arcadia, AZ 85018

Welcome to Arcadia Arcadia, Arizona is not only home to prime real estate, beautiful homes, and breathtaking views of Camelback Mountain. Arcadia is known as one of the most luxurious neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ. However, like many Arizona towns and cities, Arcadia is also home to a wide array of Arizona pests including, but not…

Pet Friendly Pest Control

Part of the Family Your pets are part of the family, and we know how important it is to keep them safe outdoors as well as indoors. Pests that affect humans will also affect our furry friends, some even more so. That's why safe, pet friendly pest control should be top of mind when looking…

Pest Control in Paradise Valley, 85253

Welcome to Paradise Valley Paradise Valley, Arizona is not only home of such attractions as destination golf courses, beautiful trails & parks, fantastic shopping, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Paradise Valley is known as one of the most luxurious towns in Phoenix, AZ, where you'll find many top-end resorts and spas. However, like many Arizona…

Types of Arizona Cockroaches

There are several different types of cockroaches that are common to Arizona. These are known as the German Cockroach, American Cockroach, and Oriental Cockroach. These three cockroach types differ in appearance, behavior, and life cycle. Determining which type of cockroach you are dealing with can help in understanding how best to control and eradicate an…

Is a Scorpion Home Seal Worth It?

Scorpion Prevention in the Home A scorpion home seal can be one of the most effective ways to prevent scorpions from entering your home in Arizona. The best way to avoid scorpion encounters in your home is ensuring they don’t find a way in! Not only will sealing a home prevent scorpions from finding ways into…

Descriptions July 31, 2020

Desert Hairy Scorpions

A Scorpion by Many Names The largest scorpion in North America is known as the Desert Hairy Scorpion, and is common throughout the Sonora & Mojave deserts in the American Southwest, including Arizona. There are a few variations of the species that are extremely similar, identified by slight differences and geographic location. Officially known as…

Arizona Rats vs. Arizona Mice

Rats and mice in Arizona display different behaviors, so identifying which invasive pest you are dealing with can determine the most effective treatment approach. Both can and will over time cause damage to your home or business and introduce potential contamination that may lead to health problems. Here, we'll explore how you can tell whether…

Pest Control Services and Announcements July 22, 2020

What Scorpions Like & Don’t Like

Know Your Enemy Scorpions in your home, at your business, or infesting you property is an unwelcome sight to anyone. Understanding scorpion preferences can help you make your area less…

Bug Bombs Don’t Work on Cockroaches

When you see a cockroach, you immediately begin envisioning the colony, and begin to mull over your options to get rid of the infestation. There are several treatments available to eliminate a German cockroach population, including traps, acids, insecticides, bug bombs (total release foggers, or TRFs) and professional services. However, not all cockroach removal treatments…

Contactless Pest Control

Pest Control in the Face of a Pandemic For over 10 years, Bug Guardian has been committed to ensuring your home is safe from pests posing risks to your home and family such as health problems, allergies, and in some cases, venomous threats. In the same vein we are committed to doing our part in…

Scorpions & Black Lights

Why do Scorpions Glow in the Dark? Most scorpions glow in the dark and display fluoresce under ultraviolet light, like is found in typical black lights. This is because of a substance found in the hyaline layer of a scorpion, which resides within a scorpion’s exoskeleton, called the cuticle. This is what makes scorpions glow.…

Using Boric Acid Against Cockroaches

What is Boric Acid? Boric acid has many applications, from industrial manufacturing, a medical antiseptic, in nuclear power, making Silly Putty, and as an insecticide. The use of boric acid to kill cockroaches has been marketed since the 1940’s, as well as other ground-based insects such as ants, fleas, and termites. As an insecticide, it…

Getting Rid of Gophers in Arizona

How to Get Rid of Gophers in Arizona The most common gopher in Arizona is the Botta's Pocket Gopher. Also known as the valley pocket gopher, these rodents are known for burrowing through the ground and tearing up plants, lawns, irrigation and anything else below the surface. It is often very easy to spot a…

Maricopa Harvester Ants

Highly Toxic Venom Arizona has threats in every direction from the high heat and sandstorms, to bark scorpions, black widows, and rattlesnakes. But did you know Arizona is home to an ant believed to have the most toxic insect venom in the entire world? Maricopa Harvester Ants are not only highly venomous, but also one…

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Yearly Archives: 2020

Differences Between Wolf Spider and Brown Recluse

Pest Control in Arcadia, AZ 85018

Pet Friendly Pest Control

Pest Control in Paradise Valley, 85253

Types of Arizona Cockroaches

Is a Scorpion Home Seal Worth It?

Desert Hairy Scorpions

Arizona Rats vs. Arizona Mice

What Scorpions Like & Don’t Like

Bug Bombs Don’t Work on Cockroaches

Contactless Pest Control

Scorpions & Black Lights

Using Boric Acid Against Cockroaches

Getting Rid of Gophers in Arizona

Maricopa Harvester Ants

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Yearly Archives: 2020

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