Does mulch attract termites?

• <div><p>No, mulch itself does not necessarily attract termites even though it’s usually made of shredded wood. Some types of mulch like cedar or cypress <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/proactive-tips-avoid-termite-damage-your-home.htm">resist termites</a> because they’re toxic or unappetizing to the wood munchers. However, when the mulch is deep enough, say three inches or more, it creates a perfect habitat for insects of all kinds to build nests.</p></div>

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Q: Do carpenter bees sting?

• <div><p>Male carpenter bees actually don't have a stinger, but they will hover around areas as a defense mechanism to deter intruders. However, females can sting but are not typically aggressive and tend to only sting when threatened or provoked. They are less active at night, so you are less likely to encounter them because they tend to rest at night.</p></div>

Q: What do earwigs eat?

• <div><p>Earwigs are omnivores, so they have a varied diet. Generally, they feast on decaying organic matter, leaves, flowers, and vegetables. They&rsquo;ll also eat other insects (dead or alive) like aphids, sowbugs, and mites.</p></div>

Q: Are squash bugs invasive?

• <div><p>Squash bugs technically aren&rsquo;t invasive, as they are native to North America. However, this doesn&rsquo;t mean that they aren&rsquo;t incredibly destructive. These pests can cause significant damage to squash, pumpkins, and other cucurbit crops by feeding on plant sap and injecting toxins that cause leaves to wilt, dry out, and die. In large numbers, squash bugs can decimate entire plants (especially younger ones), making them a major nuisance for home gardeners and commercial growers alike.</p></div>

Q: What are common pests in commercial spaces?

• <div><p>Cockroaches, ants, flies, bed bugs, and termites are common in business environments.</p></div>

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Julio and his team did a great job. They fulfilled the plan to a tea. They were very punctual, very professional. And they did a great job. I would recommend them going forward.
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Todd did an amazing job on what I thought was going to be impossible. Explained everything thoroughly and was happy to answer any questions I will absolutely hire him going forward for all my home projects!
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Jordan did an excellent job. We used Jordan 3 times this summer and did an excellent job and was very prompt and professional and would recommend him.
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Jon, Ler and Isaac were awesome. They did an excellent job on pur basement repair. Jon explained everything and when they were finished he went over the repairs with me. Highly recommend this compant.
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Their team did a great job communicating with me. They completed the job well and cleanup was great. I would recommend them and will use them again.
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Joe and his crew were a pleasure to work with. He was here when he said he would be. They worked quickly and efficiently. Rain is expected later today, so we will get to test the new gutters.
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Male carpenter bees actually don't have a stinger, but they will hover around areas as a defense mechanism to deter intruders. However, females can sting but are not typically aggressive and tend to only sting when threatened or provoked. They are less active at night, so you are less likely to encounter them because they tend to rest at night.

Earwigs are omnivores, so they have a varied diet. Generally, they feast on decaying organic matter, leaves, flowers, and vegetables. They’ll also eat other insects (dead or alive) like aphids, sowbugs, and mites.

Squash bugs technically aren’t invasive, as they are native to North America. However, this doesn’t mean that they aren’t incredibly destructive. These pests can cause significant damage to squash, pumpkins, and other cucurbit crops by feeding on plant sap and injecting toxins that cause leaves to wilt, dry out, and die. In large numbers, squash bugs can decimate entire plants (especially younger ones), making them a major nuisance for home gardeners and commercial growers alike.

Cockroaches, ants, flies, bed bugs, and termites are common in business environments.

No, mulch itself does not necessarily attract termites even though it’s usually made of shredded wood. Some types of mulch like cedar or cypress resist termites because they’re toxic or unappetizing to the wood munchers. However, when the mulch is deep enough, say three inches or more, it creates a perfect habitat for insects of all kinds to build nests.

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