Category Archives: Pest proofing series

Chemicals are great in keeping pests in check but without some efforts on sealing up your home it sometimes is futile. Learn how pests find their ways inside and understand what is that draws them in.

5 DIY Tips to Keep Bugs at Bay

Posted on March 25, 2012 by The Bug Doctor

Springtime is a great time of year. The cold bitter weather is tapering off and the hint of summer is just around the corner. Birds are singing in the air, and trees that were once dead are starting to bloom … Continue reading →

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The Tornado Of Pests In Your Bathroom & How They Gain Access

Posted on September 2, 2011 by The Bug Doctor

In case of bad weather it’s a common practice to seek shelter in the bathroom of your home. I’m sure there are several good reasons and it must work because so many of the news reports I’ve seen are where … Continue reading →

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My Failures At Pest Proofing-Two Lessons In What Not To Do

Posted on May 10, 2011 by The Bug Doctor

An important part of any pest control program is simply to keep the bugs or vermin from getting inside in the first place. Exterior chemical barriers are wonderful but just what do you spray over a torn screen or how … Continue reading →

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5 Classic Entry Points Bugs Use To Get In Your Home

Posted on April 26, 2011 by The Bug Doctor

One common question I get all the time is, “How do bugs find their way into my home?” What we think of as a totally impenetrable fortress,- our home- can suddenly be inundated with unwanted pests and our first thought … Continue reading →

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Finishing A Garage Can Give You Bugs In The Wall

Posted on January 21, 2011 by The Bug Doctor

Finishing a garage can be a great way to add living space to your home. This space can be a bedroom for the kids, Dad’s new den or a brand new home for a host of bugs complete with all … Continue reading →

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Quick Tips On Exterior Pest Control- Keeping Bugs Out

Posted on December 23, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

Keeping bugs out of your home has been and still is one of the most effective pest control strategies ever used. The old saying “shutting the barn door after the horse is out” comes to mind and aptly describes home … Continue reading →

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Follow The Wind – The Bugs Do

Posted on December 2, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

Cold weather means critters COMING IN but it also is one of the best chances ever that you’ll have to stop them both now and in the future. By simply finding the air leaks in your home you’ll have physical … Continue reading →

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The Skeleton Inside Your Home

Posted on September 24, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

We all like to think of our home, our castle as a solid impenetrable living space that keeps intruders such as pets out. The fact is that most homes are far from pest proof and have many different ways in … Continue reading →

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Can you live ‘bug free’ in the woods?

Posted on September 2, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

There’s something magical about living right in the heart of a forest where you open up your door to a passing deer, butterflies flitting about the wild flowers and an eagle circling above. The pressures of the city don’t exist … Continue reading →

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The overnight infestation sensation

Posted on August 25, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

Have you ever experienced a population explosion of pests in or around your home? Most people have (white flies, crickets, mice, etc.) and while it might be something that only lasts a week, a day or even just a few … Continue reading →

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If You Build It Pests Will Come

Posted on August 8, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

Moisture attracts bugs, they need it to survive and they are well adapted to finding it anywhere it may be. Unfortunately, our homes attract moisture and offer insects and vermin not only harborage and protection but also this life giving … Continue reading →

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Stucco and siding offer pest gateway into your home

Posted on July 17, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

I’m often asked the question of how bugs enter a home when it seems that there is no blatant way that we can visibly see. Doors are sealed, windows are tight but still there is a persistent problem with bugs … Continue reading →

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Are insects spiteful-Why do bugs keep coming back?

Posted on July 14, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

I’m not a huge conspiracy nut but I do think there are times when things just sort of line up in a way that’s beyond coincidental. Like the time I held onto my favorite right handed mitten for 2 or … Continue reading →

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The snowbird pest check list

Posted on April 19, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

This is that time of year when I say goodbye to a lot of my fine customers. They pack up and leave sunny soon to be ungodly hot Florida for their home up north. Most are busy putting the lawn … Continue reading →

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The five ‘P’s of freezing weather & bugs

Posted on January 4, 2010 by The Bug Doctor

unwanted insects and rodents don’t like the cold weather either. While many insects over winter and survive the cold some don’t have that ability and would love to extend their life in your home. Continue reading →

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