Bugs on Planes Every seventeen years, a mating ritual of amazing proportions takes place and changes the course of daily life for everyone, even presidents. I’m referring to Brood X and the cicada invasion of 2021. The tremendous number
Yellow Jackets
It’s Yellow Jacket Time In Georgia! Long, hot days filled with sunshine, sweating, water activities, and outdoor fun…ah yes, Georgia in the summer. But wait, there’s more. July and August also bring yellow jackets out to visit the playground,
Fire Ants
Fire Ants If you’re like me, there is no other ant you fear as much as the tiny fire ant. Why? Well, if you don’t know already, they produce stings that are quite painful and typically come in groups
Bald-Faced Hornets
Bald-Faced Hornets Just this week, one of our techs was called to deal with a major problem… a huge, basketball-shaped nest of bald-faced hornets in a local homeowner’s garage. Does that sound like the stuff of nightmares? Yeah,
Murder Hornets?? For Real??
Murder Hornets?? For Real?? When I first saw the ominous title of this scary insect, I truly hoped it was a sci-fi thriller story of some sort. I certainly wish it could have been anything but reality…but it’s true. There
Ants, Ants, and More Ants!
Ants, Ants, and More Ants! Summertime is here and so are the ants. Here in north Georgia, when we have a mild winter, we can be pretty sure the result will be an increase in the ant population. Cold
Groundhogs or Woodchucks
Groundhogs, Woodchucks, Whistle Pigs…Oh My! Whether you call them groundhogs, woodchucks, or whistle pigs, these animals are actually rodents and part of the squirrel family. Here in Canton, Georgia, we sometimes get frantic calls from customers asking us what
Fruit Flies – Canton Termite & Pest Control
Fruit Flies Are In the HOUSE! What is the most embarrassing dinner party I’ve ever thrown? Well, there are a few contenders throughout the years. There’s the dinner party I forgot I was throwing, the dinner party with the
Termites
Termites While it is certainly no secret that termites cause damage to homeowners, the level of destruction is somewhat mind-boggling. These destructive pests cause billions of dollars of damage every, single year to homeowners around the world. The treatment and
Wasp, Bees and Hornets
Hornets, Bees, and Wasps…What’s the buzz? Here we are on the brink of summertime in Georgia, and guess who’s back?? Wasps and bees!! That’s right, buzzing and pollinating and well, stinging their way into your life, these little insects
Townelaker – Woodstock Area
Snakes in Canton
The Case For Snakes Creepy, scary, downright terrifying…that would be my honest description of snakes. Yep, I am not a reptile lover in any form or fashion. However, and this has been hard-won, however, snakes are not all bad. That’s
Canton Termite & Pest Control Inc.
Canton Termite: A Look Back In Time By: Robin McWhirter Where did we come from? Where are we going? These are questions business owners are frequently asking themselves. And they are important questions to be sure. After all, the proper
Pest Control and Cleaning
Spring Cleaning and Unwelcome Guests The weather is warming, and the pollen is covering every surface in bright yellow…welcome to spring in Georgia! If you live in the Canton, Woodstock, Cartersville, or surrounding areas, you know exactly what I’m talking
The Most TERRIFYING Pest In The World_ Termites
The Most TERRIFYING Pest In The World_ Termites If you were to ask the average person to name the scariest bug, termites probably wouldn’t be high on the list. They don’t elicit the same fear response that spiders, scorpions,
Will my household pest service cover Termites?
Does my household pest control cover termites? Short Answer: No Long Answer: It’s a bit complicated. Termite infestations are unlike any other pest the homeowner may encounter. It is a common misconception that eradicating termites is similar
Do my own Termite Control treatment
Do it yourself Termite treatment Termites, termites, termites! It’s that time of year again. Time to think about this expensive invader and make sure your home is protected. The peak season for termites usually begins in the South with the
Subterranean Termites
Subterranean Termites If you want to see a complex and extremely systematic society in action, then look no further than the humble termite. Termite colonies have been known to develop and spread because of emergence, which is a process
Subterranean termites
Subterranean Termites: Subterranean termites are the most common species of termite found in North America. The Southeastern US has the highest concentration of this particular termite, and this obviously includes Georgia. Knowing this threat exists for your home means
Swarming Termites in Cherokee County
Swarming Termites What is the swarming season? If you find yourself outside during a warm spring day, you might find yourself in the midst of a winged termite gathering in the form of a swarm. When you