Our Pest Control Blog
The world of local pests is complicated, ever-changing, and endlessly fascinating. See what we mean and check out our blog!
The Ideal Time And Method To Remove The Nest Of A Paper Wasp
There are around 22 types of paper wasps alone in North America.Read more
How to Identify Common Insect Bites and Stings
Bug bites and stings are a fact of life. To enjoy the great outdoors, you risk encountering insects of all varieties.Read more
The lady bug… or is it the Asian beetle
It seems kind of funny when you look at these harmless looking insects’ knowing that they were actually introduced by the Department of Agriculture into the United States as an agent of biological control. They’re a known predator of scale and aphid insects, and believe it or not, did not even begin overwintering in our area until 1993 despite being introduced in the late 70’s and early 80’s.Read more
A Guide To Bees, Wasps, Hornets, and More
Stinging insects like bees and wasps are the worst part of being outside in the summer. Learn how to detect them and what to do when you see them.Read more
What to Do When You Wake Up With Bites But There’s No Sign of Bed Bugs
No one wants to wake up in the morning and find what looks like a bug bite on their arm or leg. If this happens, you...Read more
What Caused The Pittsburgh Bed Bug Epidemic?
Learn more about the Pittsburgh bed bug epidemic from Spectrum Pest Control.Read more
The Top Qualities To Look For In A Pest Control Company
Whenever you discover an insect infestation in your home, you’re going to need the services of a professional pest...Read more
Seasonal Pests in PA — Which Pests to Be on the Lookout For
If you live in southwest Pennsylvania, there’s something to enjoy about every season. However, each part of the year...Read more
5 Common Myths About Ants
Ants can wreak havoc on your home . They can infiltrate your food and furniture and even cause structural damage to...Read more
Winter Pest Control 101
When winter comes around, nothing sounds better than curling up inside your warm house, enjoying a nice meal, and...Read more