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Have you ever noticed that yellow jackets in the Las Vegas area are more aggressive during the fall? You’re not wrong! As summer comes to a close, these wasps notoriously become more hostile as they leave their nests and seek out resources to survive the winter. This is when they typically will invade outdoor barbecues […]" data-title="How to Prevent Aggressive Fall Wasps" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/how-to-prevent-aggressive-fall-wasps/" href="#">
Have you ever noticed that yellow jackets in the Las Vegas area are more aggressive during the fall? You’re not wrong! As summer comes to a close, these wasps notoriously become more hostile as [...]
Earwigs are in full force during the summer, and it’s easy to understand why you may be wary of spotting one in or near your home. Urban legend has led people to believe these bugs are able to tunnel through your ear canal, but, thankfully, that’s simply not true. Despite their somewhat menacing pincers, earwigs […]" data-title="Are Earwigs Harmful to Humans?" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/are-earwigs-harmful-to-humans/" href="#">
Earwigs are in full force during the summer, and it’s easy to understand why you may be wary of spotting one in or near your home. Urban legend has led people to believe these bugs are able to [...]
Chances are, most people have been or will be stung by a bee at some point in their life. As painful and surprising as they may be at the time, stings often heal quickly and without complication. Nonetheless, it’s important to take action after being stung! While there are certainly a number of over-the-counter treatments […]" data-title="7 Natural Remedies for Bee Stings" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/7-natural-remedies-for-bee-stings/" href="#">
Chances are, most people have been or will be stung by a bee at some point in their life. As painful and surprising as they may be at the time, stings often heal quickly and without complication. [...]
As tiny as they are, fleas and ticks can be dangerous pests if they are brought into the home by its residents or pets. These two insects are both parasitic, meaning they feed on the blood of their hosts to survive. Ticks in particular pose an immense risk in that they can pass blood-borne diseases, […]" data-title="Fleas & Ticks in Las Vegas" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/fleas-ticks-in-las-vegas/" href="#">
As tiny as they are, fleas and ticks can be dangerous pests if they are brought into the home by its residents or pets. These two insects are both parasitic, meaning they feed on the blood of [...]
Very few people welcome the sight of a spider in or near their home, and it can be a frightening experience for many! While most spiders are typically harmless and actually beneficial to the environment, there are a few in the Las Vegas area to be wary of. Along with the desert brown spider, black […]" data-title="Protect Your Home From Black Widow Spiders" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/protect-your-home-from-black-widow-spiders/" href="#">
Very few people welcome the sight of a spider in or near their home, and it can be a frightening experience for many! While most spiders are typically harmless and actually beneficial to the [...]
Summer’s here and the vacation you’ve been planning for months is quickly approaching. Even though the last thing you want to worry about while traveling is pests, the truth is you should always be cautious of bed bugs. Even worse, infestations are known to start after bringing the tiny bugs home in your suitcase after […]" data-title="Summer Travel Tips: Hotel Room Bed Bug Inspections" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/summer-travel-tips-hotel-room-bed-bug-inspections/" href="#">
Summer’s here and the vacation you’ve been planning for months is quickly approaching. Even though the last thing you want to worry about while traveling is pests, the truth is you should always [...]
Contrary to urban myths, earwigs do not burrow into people’s ear canals! Old legends claimed that these little silverfish-looking bugs make their way into ear canals and lay eggs, but that’s simply not true. That said, many people still fear these pesky little insects and worry about their ability to bite. Despite their intimidating looking […]" data-title="Can Earwigs Bite or Pinch Humans?" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/can-earwigs-bite-or-pinch-humans/" href="#">
Contrary to urban myths, earwigs do not burrow into people’s ear canals! Old legends claimed that these little silverfish-looking bugs make their way into ear canals and lay eggs, but that’s [...]
Although pest control methods today are almost always safe for you and your family, are they safe for your pets as well? At Western Exterminator of Las Vegas, we are happy to provide pet-friendly pest solutions and are proud to use procedures that are pet-safe during and after treatment. We understand why homeowners are concerned […]" data-title="Is Pest Control Pet Friendly?" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/is-pest-control-pet-friendly/" href="#">
Although pest control methods today are almost always safe for you and your family, are they safe for your pets as well? At Western Exterminator of Las Vegas, we are happy to provide pet-friendly [...]
Ever wonder how insects survive the brutal summer temperatures in Las Vegas? In fact, many types of insects don’t only need warm temperatures to survive—hot weather helps them thrive! Many pests are less active in the winter, and rising temperatures typically signal the beginning of pest season. It goes without saying, then, that Las Vegas […]" data-title="Summer’s Coming! Insects Thrive in Extreme Desert Heat" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/summers-coming-insects-thrive-in-extreme-desert-heat/" href="#">
Ever wonder how insects survive the brutal summer temperatures in Las Vegas? In fact, many types of insects don’t only need warm temperatures to survive—hot weather helps them thrive! Many pests [...]
Anyone living in Las Vegas is no stranger to bark scorpions. While the area is prone to many types of scorpions, the bark scorpion is known as the most poisonous type in the entire nation. Also known as Arizona bark scorpions, their venom can be extremely dangerous to anyone attacked by one of these fast-moving […]" data-title="How Our Scorpion Control Methods Stand Out From the Rest" data-url="https://www.lvpest.com/how-our-scorpion-control-methods-stand-out-from-the-rest/" href="#">
Anyone living in Las Vegas is no stranger to bark scorpions. While the area is prone to many types of scorpions, the bark scorpion is known as the most poisonous type in the entire nation. Also [...]
