by alexanderpest | Oct 18, 2024 | Advice
Living in Atlanta, Georgia, means sharing our homes with various critters due to the region’s warm climate. Spiders are one of the most common household pests that we encounter, and many homeowners are unsure whether it’s a good idea to leave them be or get rid of...
by alexanderpest | Jul 31, 2024 | Advice
Hornets All hornets are wasps, but not all wasps are hornets. In the U.S., our main hornet is the European hornet, which looks like a large yellowjacket—about ¾ to 1½ inches long—and nests in the ground or in hollow trees. Another “hornet” we commonly encounter is...
by alexanderpest | Jun 7, 2024 | Advice, lawrenceville
Help! My kitchen is invaded by tiny ants! Ants usually come indoors in search of food or nesting habitat. Even small amounts of food, like pet food crumbs, can attract hordes of industrious ants. Despite their tiny brains, they are highly coordinated and help each...
by alexanderpest | May 28, 2024 | Advice
Termites in Atlanta. Every homeowner’s worst nightmare. When termites attack your house, they can cause devastating damage which can be extremely expensive to fix. This means the best defense is a good offense. Atlanta’s warm and humid climate is a delight for...
by alexanderpest | Mar 18, 2024 | Advice
As spring arrives in Atlanta, so too do various bugs and household pests, emerging from their winter dormancy to partake in the warmer weather. Atlanta’s diverse climate provides a habitat for a wide array of insects, each with its own unique characteristics and...
by alexanderpest | Nov 9, 2023 | Advice
No one likes sharing their home with cockroaches. These pests are unsightly, can spread disease, and make a generally unpleasant living environment. Fortunately, there are many ways to get rid of cockroaches. Understanding cockroach infestations Cockroach infestations...
