You may have enjoyed a relatively peaceful winter free of pests, and that may have lured you into a sense of complacency. Those days of constantly swatting away mosquitoes or watching a line of never-ending ants march across your countertops have faded from memory – but those days are going to be upon us again soon.Many common pests have been bedding down over the winter, such as ants, mosquitoes, and termites. When the temperatures get warmer, they will be emerging and invading your home …
Arizona doesn’t get much of a winter, but for the short time that it is cold, the insects that plague us for most of the year seem to disappear. What happens to them? They don’t fly south like the birds, and they don’t hop a plane to vacay in tropical climates. Arizona’s pests have their own game plan for making it through the winter.Here’s what the creepy crawlies do when the temperatures get too cold for them:MosquitoesMosquitoes are out in hoards during the warmer m …
Scorpions are nasty little creatures, and they’re a nuisance. Not many people would dispute those claims. However, because scorpions near Phoenix are so terrifying to many, some misinformation gets spread about them, leading to myths that many people believe but that are not true.Myths about scorpions may not seem to be that harmful, but they can be if you are acting on misinformation when scorpions are in your home. It’s important that you know the truth so that you can take the r …
Arizona is notorious for its scorpion population, but those stinging pests aren’t the only nuisances that residents have to worry about. Termites are far more pervasive, and they can be far more damaging. They might not sting or bite people, but they can chew through the beams in your house and cause extensive destruction.Getting the right termite treatment in Arizona requires hiring someone who can identify the termite species and develop an appropriate strategy for that species’ p …
Termites are nasty pests that cause a lot of destruction. You may know that termites will chew through the beams in your home and cause a lot of expensive damage like sagging floors or windows that don’t open and close easily anymore. But you may not realize the full extent to which termites can cause catastrophic damage. For example, did you know that termites can cause fire? Well, not directly. They can’t rub their wings together and create sparks. But the destruction they cause to wooden …
Signs that Spiders Have Infested Your HomeSpiders are sneaky little buggers. You could have a nest of them in your walls and never even know it unless you happened to catch one running across the floor or the counter top. You may see the occasional spider web, but you may chalk it up to poor housekeeping if you aren’t seeing its maker hanging out nearby.It’s important that you work with a pest control company to regularly inspect your property and treat it for pests so you don’ …
Can Termites Survive through Arizona’s Intense Summer Temperatures?Temperatures in Arizona can reach well over 100 degrees in the summer, which seems to stretch out far longer than the actual three months that the seasons dictate. Yet, despite the specific temperature requirements that termites have, you can find termites throughout Arizona even during the hottest months.Termites are cold-blooded. We don’t just mean that they’re unfeeling because they will eat through your hom …
Prevent Pests With These Mesa Pest Control Prevention Tips
The realization that you have a pest infestation can be an alarming one. When bugs or vermin take over an area of your home, the health and safety of your family is at risk. An infestation at a school or place of business can put the well-being of the public in danger. This is why learning to prevent such an invasion is essential. By following a few simple guidelines for pest control Mesa residents are implementing, you may be …
You may think that since you live in a brick house, you don’t need to get a yearly Chandler termite inspection or to develop a termite control plan. But that’s an assumption that can end up costing you a lot. Because even though the exterior of your home may be made of brick, which termites do not eat, your home will have a smorgasbord of good eats for termites throughout its structure.In fact, no matter what the primary material of your home’s exterior structure, every home has p …
The only thing you probably want to understand about termites is how to keep them out of your house for good. You want to get rid of the ones that might be there and keep out any additional termites. Working with an exterminator near Scottsdale to put a proper termite pest control plan in place can help you do that, but learning a bit about termites can also help you understand how better to protect your home.Here’s a brief overview of the social behaviors of termites to help you bett …
Guy that came out for my termite problem was very knowledgeable, explained everything thoroughly and did a great job. Would definitely recommend them to others for termite control in the Mesa area.
-Terry J. in Mesa, AZ5 star workmanship and customer service. I haven’t had termites in years since first calling Varsity for my termite inspection and treatment. Their termite prevention package has made my life worry free!
-Elizabeth L. in Gilbert, AZTony called me within 5 minutes of my hitting the submit button for a scorpion quote. I never heard from the other two competitors. The job was done the next day and he even directed me to the $100 discount coupon. The scorpions are gone and my kids are safe again. I will be calling Varsity again and telling my friends about them.
-Britney R. in Chandler, AZGreat experience.
-Monica S. in Mesa, AZI wanted a family owned business and got one, I was very pleased everyone was so pleasant and friendly. I plan on signing up for more service.
-Theresa C. in Mesa, AZTony was great and worked with my hectic schedule. So far I haven’t seen any creepy crawlers!
-Kayla D. in Queen Creek, AZVarsity responded quickly and took care of the problem. I now have them set up to come once a month at a reasonable price. There were lots of dead bugs, including scorpions, which showed me that their treatments are very effective.
-Jodi M. in Gilbert, AZArrived on time, high quality, quick, and efficient work done by them. Very customer friendly, professional, and very honest and informative. Price was great. I would recommend them to anyone.
-Sarah R. in Apache Junction, AZCalled back within minutes of my request , set up an inspection asap, price was fair, showed up right on time did the work even having to move some shelving I failed to have ready, also moved them back when done. Work was done as said and cleaned up everything when done, the individual doing the work was prompt, professional and very courteous. I highly recommend Varsity and as I am entering into flipping houses they will be the Pest Control people on my team.
-ST. in Apache Junction, AZHe is very straight forward, very honest, very business like. He really tries to make the customer happy.
-Frank B.I wanted to let you know that yesterday’s service with Robert and Jared was better than expected! They were obviously well-trained and knew their jobs very well. The work was quick, efficient and thorough with virtually no disruption to my day. Your inspection of my property and their treatment was top notch and I look forward to referring Varsity to all who are looking for professional and trustworthy service.
-Judy R.
