When you think about fall, you probably picture pumpkins, changing leaves, bonfires, and Halloween. But there is one more thing that inevitably comes with the fall months in Fort Washington: stink bugs and boxelder bugs. These smelly invaders crawl into your home each fall as the weather starts to get cooler. While they aren’t harmful
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Eek, you just saw a mouse in your house! Once you get over the initial shudder of disgust, you probably hopped online to see how to get rid of them. The first step in getting rid of mice in your home is to identify the mouse species. In Maryland, there are two common types of
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Maryland in the summer is one of the best times of the year. With the sun shining, warm nights with the music of crickets, and annual events taking place, there are plenty of summer activities you can enjoy. These activities are mostly held outside – and for a good reason! Who wouldn’t want to soak
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You’re minding your own business enjoying the beautiful weather outdoors when you notice a wasp or yellow jacket flying around. Your first instinct is to run away from it, but it starts flying after you! Why do wasps and yellow jackets chase you? The answer is simple: they feel threatened and are protecting their nests.
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The last thing you want to find in your Baltimore home is a bug-eyed, creepy-crawly cockroach skittering around your kitchen. Its grubby little insect legs touching all of your food, counters, and dishes are just asking for illness and a constant feeling of being repulsed. While cockroaches are common in Baltimore households and dare, we
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Many people freeze when they hear the word “snake,” especially when talking about venomous ones. We fear the pain and agony that come with a venomous snakebite and are terrified of ever crossing paths with one. Even the state of Maryland has venomous snakes that you should be aware of. There are 27 different snake
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Yellow jackets are found worldwide, but you may feel their presence in Arnold more than in other places. These black and yellow flying insects are known to be aggressive and leave painful stings when threatened. They are especially dangerous to those allergic to insect stings. You’ll notice them during the summer months as they die
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Summer is quickly approaching as the weather grows warmer and the sun sets later. Naturally, you want to be outside soaking up the sun and breathing in the fresh air. However, there are two things you should be wary of – tick and mosquito bites. As you go on nature hikes, picnic with your friends
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The minute you see an ant crawling on your kitchen counter or your fruit bowl, you know there’s a problem. Ants are a common problem for homeowners in Pasadena. While getting rid of ants may not be a huge issue, it’s important to note the difference between indoor and outdoor ant infestations. You may not
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Good night. Sleep tight. Don’t let the bed bugs bite! You’ve heard this phrase several times and probably never gave the idea of bed bugs a second thought. That is until you find them in your bed one day. These nasty tiny insects can cause a lot of frustration and pain if they infest your
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