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Moths have a tendency to get into homes and stay there for a long time. Here are five steps you can take to keep moths out of your home for good.

Pesky intruders can quickly put a damper on our outdoor fun. Read this blog post to explore the benefits of keeping your yard mosquito-free.

A rat infestation can be a nuisance for your family and pets. Discover valuable tips on how to keep rats away from your home by reading our blog.

If you are struggling to eliminate German cockroaches, you are not alone. Delve into why German cockroaches are so hard to get rid of and what you can do.

The office deserves proper pest control for many of the same reasons that the home does. Read this blog for reasons to invest in office pest control.

Why can't you get rid of rodents by yourself? Discover the unique characteristics and survival strategies that make rodents such formidable opponents.

Although fall signals the arrival of many wonderful things – football and cooler temperatures, stink bugs are not one of them. These small, mottled gray-brownish bugs try to find a way into your house once the cooler temperatures arrive. Adult stink bugs can reach almost 2 centimeters in length and are nearly as wide as they are long. However, they appear even larger because their legs extend from the sides. Stink bugs were first collected in the Untied States in the fall of 1996 and are now most prevalent in the mid-Atlantic region. They have been identified in 44 states as well as the District of Columbia. Their name is from the bugs’ tendency to release an odor when disturbed or crushed. The odor is produced in a gland in their abdomen. You will often find stink bugs on a warmer day, after a cold snap, around your doors and windows. Their arrival seems to coincide with the harvesting of agriculture crops. To prevent these pests from entering your home, seal all cracks around windows, doors, siding, utility pipes and other openings. It is best to use a quality silicone or silicone-latex caulk. Any tears or holes in screens on windows and doors should be repaired or replaced. Since they are attracted to light, change any exterior lighting to less-attractive yellow bulbs or sodium vapor lights to try to keep the stink bugs at bay. Once stink bugs have entered your home, they may congregate almost anywhere, on furniture, under beds and sofas, on windows, and in the attic. They will not cause structural damage, nor will they reproduce in homes. They do not bite people or pets. Stinkbugs are not known to transmit disease or cause physical harm. Do not smash stink bugs as they will release an odor when you do so. Use your vacuum cleaner to remove them. Be sure to clean or empty the vacuum cleaner’s canister once finished. The best course of action is to find out how stink bugs are entering your home and eliminate the option. Contact Pass Pest Control to see what pest proofing options will work best for you and your home.

The thought of a mice infestation can send shivers down any homeowner's spine. Read this blog for answers to common questions about mice infestations.

Mosquitoes are more than annoying. By understanding mosquitoes better and by seeking professional help, households can ensure safer surroundings for all.