Spring in Maryland brings warmer temperatures, blooming landscapes, and a surge in pest activity. While rain is necessary for growth, it also creates the best conditions for certain pests to thrive. If you’ve noticed more bugs after a stretch of rainy days, you’re not imagining it. Moisture, humidity, and standing water act as powerful triggers
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When it comes to protecting your home from pests, some commonly overlooked threats that pack a major punch, are termites. And if you own a home in Ellicott City, MD, you may already be facing the repercussions of termite damage. But before we talk about how you can protect your home from termites, let’s address
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Your professional exterminator just packed up their equipment and left your Chevy Chase, MD, home. Now, you’re left wondering, how long does pest control take to work? It’s a valid question, but it’s a very difficult one to answer in a straight manner. Unfortunately, it all depends on the type of infestation you experienced and
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As a homeowner in the Owings Mills, MD, area, you probably don’t think about bug or rodent infestations until it’s too late. You hardly think about the potential of a mouse scurrying along your counters in search of crumbs or gnawing through food packaging in your cabinets. Unfortunately, by the time you realize your home
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The truth is that DIY pest control rarely works and is potentially harmful to you, your family, your pets, and the environment. It’s always best to hire a professional exterminator to come and take care of your pest infestation with ease and efficiency. Now, your first thoughts are probably something along the lines of not
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Whether you see a single mouse or an infestation of ants, you might ask “is professional pest control really necessary?” Old wives’ tales and store-bought pest control items offer an array of DIY solutions in a pinch. So, why would you hire a professional? It’s a fair question to ask. And the answer that comes
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Do You Have Termites? Here’s What to Look For Did you know March 8-14, 2020 is Termite Awareness Week? While most people have never heard of this “holiday” week, it’s right up our alley. Here at Brody Brothers, we’re dedicated to always keeping our customers — and our larger Baltimore community — educated about the
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Termites can cause a lot of damage to your home, and you’ll notice several signs of their presence. In Maryland, the termites you need to prepare for are the eastern subterranean species. This type of termite possesses a white and brownish appearance, has six legs, is a 1/8th inch long, and can appear in other
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There are approximately 91, 000 described bugs in the United States, many of which can easily find their way into your home. No matter where you live, you’re bound to come across an insect or two in your residence. Bugs of any kind are disturbing, however, some can be dangerous, destroy your food, and even damage your
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Termites can cause a lot of damage to your well-designed home if you don’t spot them first. The University of Kentucky’s Entomology Department says, “Termites cause billions of dollars in damage each year in the U.S.” Here are some signs of termites to be aware of as fall approaches. Deteriorating Wood Most people don’t notice
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