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Need to know the difference between wasps and hornets? Or how to win the fight against ants? We stay on the cutting edge of the latest news and developments in residential and commercial pest control. Browse our topics to best know how to fight pests in your home or business.

Bites, Bugs and Barbeque

Bites, Bugs and Barbeque

Just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean you just shut down the grill until late spring. Regardless of the season, there’s nothing better than fresh grilled chicken, smoked ribs, grilled burgers, hotdogs, veggies and more! If there’s one thing that can dampen...

The Circus is Coming to Town

The Circus is Coming to Town

This attraction is certainly one you DO NOT want to attend! Fleas are not only an itchy annoyance to cats and dogs, but to humans as well. Fleas can cause allergic dermatitis and are the most common transmitter of the rare, but still present, bubonic plague. Fleas can...

THEY’RE BAAACK!

THEY’RE BAAACK!

Now that we are officially in the summer months, you will want to enjoy the outdoors as much as possible. Whether it’s a barbecue, pool party, backyard game of corn hole, horseshoes or volleyball, you don’t want to have to endure the onslaught of bugs and you guessed...

Eviction Notice

Eviction Notice

Are you comfortable sharing your home with flies, ants, roaches, and rats? Of course, the answer is a definitive NO! Regardless of how repulsive they are, many times we are completely unaware of the pest invasion. Did you know that the average home has a minimum of...

What’s Bugging You

What’s Bugging You

This is one question that is asked frequently when it comes to those who have experienced a bed bug infestation. Perhaps you woke up with some strange marks on your pillow case - or you’ve noticed mysterious red welts on your arms. Maybe you’ve spotted them right...

5 Reasons You Need Professional Pest Control

5 Reasons You Need Professional Pest Control

Summer is here, and if you’re like most people, you’ve got plans. These plans usually go hand in hand with spending money. Even beyond this season of the year, it seems the budget gets tighter and tighter throughout the year with unexpected bills and other “life...

Pest Control Tips: Dos and Don’ts

Pest Control Tips: Dos and Don’ts

Pest control. It’s a year-round process. There is a constant battle we seem to have with various critters vying for a spot INSIDE our homes and businesses. It may be they are driven inside due to the heat, cold, or attracted inside if they discover a food and/or water...

Why Your Business Needs Pest Control

Why Your Business Needs Pest Control

As a business owner, you already know that your building is the foundation of all sales. Its appearance can quickly increase or decrease profits. Protect your business’ reputation by maintaining a clean and pest-free environment for your customers. Hopper Termite...

Man vs. Mice

Man vs. Mice

How many of us enjoy going out to eat? Satisfying our pallets is a daily task. BUT - not everything that is hungry is human. This brings us to the RODENT! While some animals and pests discover their menu items in the outdoors, many find their way to the inside of your...

Bites, Bugs and Barbeque

Bites, Bugs and Barbeque

Just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean you just shut down the grill until late spring. Regardless of the season, there’s nothing better than fresh grilled chicken, smoked ribs, grilled burgers, hotdogs, veggies and more! If there’s one thing that can dampen...

Eviction Notice

Eviction Notice

Are you comfortable sharing your home with flies, ants, roaches, and rats? Of course, the answer is a definitive NO! Regardless of how repulsive they are, many times we are completely unaware of the pest invasion. Did you know that the average home has a minimum of...

Pest Control Tips: Dos and Don’ts

Pest Control Tips: Dos and Don’ts

Pest control. It’s a year-round process. There is a constant battle we seem to have with various critters vying for a spot INSIDE our homes and businesses. It may be they are driven inside due to the heat, cold, or attracted inside if they discover a food and/or water...

The Circus is Coming to Town

The Circus is Coming to Town

This attraction is certainly one you DO NOT want to attend! Fleas are not only an itchy annoyance to cats and dogs, but to humans as well. Fleas can cause allergic dermatitis and are the most common transmitter of the rare, but still present, bubonic plague. Fleas can...

What’s Bugging You

What’s Bugging You

This is one question that is asked frequently when it comes to those who have experienced a bed bug infestation. Perhaps you woke up with some strange marks on your pillow case - or you’ve noticed mysterious red welts on your arms. Maybe you’ve spotted them right...

Why Your Business Needs Pest Control

Why Your Business Needs Pest Control

As a business owner, you already know that your building is the foundation of all sales. Its appearance can quickly increase or decrease profits. Protect your business’ reputation by maintaining a clean and pest-free environment for your customers. Hopper Termite...

THEY’RE BAAACK!

THEY’RE BAAACK!

Now that we are officially in the summer months, you will want to enjoy the outdoors as much as possible. Whether it’s a barbecue, pool party, backyard game of corn hole, horseshoes or volleyball, you don’t want to have to endure the onslaught of bugs and you guessed...

5 Reasons You Need Professional Pest Control

5 Reasons You Need Professional Pest Control

Summer is here, and if you’re like most people, you’ve got plans. These plans usually go hand in hand with spending money. Even beyond this season of the year, it seems the budget gets tighter and tighter throughout the year with unexpected bills and other “life...

Man vs. Mice

Man vs. Mice

How many of us enjoy going out to eat? Satisfying our pallets is a daily task. BUT - not everything that is hungry is human. This brings us to the RODENT! While some animals and pests discover their menu items in the outdoors, many find their way to the inside of your...

We’re termite & pest experts

When it comes to protection from pests, we have you covered. Our highly trained technicians are members of the Arkansas Pest Management Association as well as the National Pest Management Association. Call today so we can get a tailored plan started for you and your specific needs!

Real-Life Rodents of Unusual Size

“Rodents of Unusual Size? I don’t think they exist.” This famous quote from Westley in The Princess Bride starts an iconic scene as Princess Buttercup and Westley enter the Fire Swamp. They encounter the giant-ratlike creatures, and since the movie was released, many...

How to Prepare for Mosquito Season Now

The new year is upon us. That means a new start, and the opportunity to take your annual challenges with a new approach. One such challenge you might be thinking about changing is your mosquito challenge. Mosquitos are an unavoidable part of spring and summer,...

The Four Real Reasons You Have a Roach Problem

Roaches are a true nuisance to homes everywhere. They’re big, ugly, many varieties can fly, and they carry around a number of diseases and other problems that you simply don’t want to deal with. So when they start appearing in your home, you might be wondering why,...

Do Bugs Die Off in Winter?

There’s a chill in the air that can only mean one thing--winter is coming! While a Gallup poll finds that winter may be the least favored season by most Americans, some homeowners find peace of mind knowing that their pest troubles may be over for the time being. But...

Four Reasons Your Business Has Serious Pest Problems

Does it seem like your business struggles badly with pest problems? You aren’t alone. Pests are a huge issue for businesses, and it might seem like they are even more prominent in commercial areas than they are in residential zones. For business owners who also own a...

Five Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Ants

Ants may seem like a difficult pest to deal with, particularly when a long stream of them have somehow found their way into your kitchen, bathroom, or trash. However, what you may not realize is that these tiny insects are doing what they do best. In fact, ants are...

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