Grapevine Earwig Control, Grapevine Pincher Bug Treatment

While there is some dispute over the linguistic origin of the name "earwig" (see below), there's no disagreement among entomologists as to the veracity of the insect's fabled fondness for entering the human ear and boring into the brain, thereby causing insanity and/or death: it's balderdash.

Let's grant the experts their due. Insects do, on occasion, crawl into people's ears, but apart from varying degrees of discomfort and alarm they usually don't cause any great harm.

Experts have yet to reach a consensus on the etymology of the word earwig, however. Some sources (mainly older ones) say the name originated as an Old English phrase meaning "ear insect" or "ear creature," citing the old wives' tale as a direct inspiration. Others conjecture it's a corruption of the phrase "ear wing," referring to the ear-like shape of the insect's hind set of wings. Take your pick.

As to the origin of earwig superstitions, the Columbia Encyclopedia posits the following:

The superstition that earwigs crawl through the ears and into the brains of sleeping persons probably derives from their nocturnal habits and the tarry or waxy odor of a secretion of their abdominal glands.  

Whether it's Ants, Bees, or any other exterminating issue, Assassin Exterminating will treat your home
as if it were our own. We understand that having pests in your home can be unsettling. That's why we
take the time to listen.

Assassin Exterminating Provides Professional Pest Management Services The Way It's Supposed To Be. That’s the difference when you “Always Hire A Professional”.
 

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Residential Pest Control Grapevine

Whether you own or rent your home, condo, or town home, we have residential services that are
tailored to your pest control needs. Assassin Exterminating has a staff of certified pest control
technicians ready to tackle any residential pest control problem that you may have.

Pests in your home are not just an annoyance, but can pose some serious health problems as well. The
professionals at Assassin Exterminating are highly qualified to diagnose the exact pest control
situation that you may have and design a program to rid your home of the problem.

With over 13 years experience in pest control & exterminating, we have the knowledge and attention
to detail that it takes to get the job done right the first time. Our residential services vary depending on the home, environment, and many other factors. We custom tailor treatments to the individual pest
control situation we're presented with. No two homes are the same and each requires its own treatment method.

We offer free inspections and estimates and will analyze your pest control issue at no charge. While
we're there, we'll identify the pest issue at hand and explain the process of how we can go about
eliminating your problem. We even provide service on weekends for your convenience at no additional charge!

During our initial visit and on an ongoing basis, we make note of conducive conditions that should be
addressed, and consult with you about the best available options to correct these problems.
Non-chemical measures are suggested whenever practical, and pesticides applied only as needed.
This green pest control approach maximizes effectiveness while minimizing the need for pesticide
applications.

Assassin Exterminating Provides Professional Pest Management Services The Way It's Supposed To Be. That’s the difference when you “Always Hire A Professional”.
 

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Grapevine Rodent Treatment, Rodent Control Grapevine

DFW Rodent Control and Exterminating

Roof Rats are more aerial than Norway Rats in their habitat selection and often will live in trees or on vine covered fences. Landscaped residential or industrial areas provide good habitat, as does vegetation of riverbanks and streams. They will often move into sugarcane and citrus groves. Roof Rats are sometimes found living in or around poultry or other farm buildings as well as in industrial sites where food and shelter are available. Being agile climbers, Roof Rats frequently enter buildings from the roof or accesses near utility lines which they use to travel from area to area. They have been found in sewer systems, but this is not very common.

Feeding Habits:

The food habits of Roof Rats resemble those of tree squirrels, since they both like a wide variety of fruit and nuts. They also feed on a variety of ornamental and native plant materials. Like the Norway Rat, they are omnivorous and will feed on most anything if necessary. Roof Rats usually require water daily, though their local diet may provide an adequate amount if high in water content. 
Feeding Behavior:

Roof Rats usually begin searching for food shortly after sunset. If the food is in an exposed area and too large to be eaten quickly, yet not  too large to be moved, they will usually carry it to a hiding place before eating it. Many Rats will hoard considerable amounts of solid food, which they may or may not eat later. When necessary, Roof Rats will travel considerable distances for food. They can often be seen at night running along overhead utility lines. They may live in trees or attics and climb down to a food source. This is important from the standpoint of control, for traditional baiting or trapping on the ground or floor may intercept very few Roof Rats. Roof Rats have a strong tendency to avoid new objects in their environment and this can influence control efforts. These Rats may take several days before they will approach a bait station or trap. 
Reproduction and Development:

Born in a nest about 21 to 23 days after conception, the young Rats are naked and their eyes are closed. The 5 to 8 young in the litter develop rapidly, growing hair within a week. When they are 9 to 14 days old, their eyes open and they begin to explore for food and move about near their nest. In the third week they begin to take solid food. The number of litters depends on the area and varies with nearness to the limit of their climatic range, availability of nutritious food, density of the local Rat population and age of the Rat. The young may continue to nurse until 4 or 5 weeks old. Young Rats generally cannot be trapped until about 1 month old. At about 3 months of age they are completely independent of the mother and are reproductively mature. In tropical or semitropical regions, the breeding season may be nearly year-round. Usually the peaks in breeding occur in the spring and fall. 
Senses:

Rats see poorly, relying more on smell, taste, touch and hearing. They are considered to be colorblind, responding only to the degree of lightness and darkness of colors.  Roof Rats also have an excellent sense of balance. They use their tails for balance while traveling along overhead utility lines and are very agile climbers.

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Liquid Termite Control Grapevine

As Spring approaches be on the look out for Termite Swarming in Grapevine, Texas. Spring typically is when large numbers of winged termites, known as "Swarmers," emerge inside homes. In nature, termites swarm to disperse and start new colonies. Triggered by warmer temperatures and rainfall, the winged termites emerge from the colony and fly into the air.

The Swarmers then drop to the ground, shed their wings, pair off with a mate, and attempt to begin new colonies in the soil. Few Swarmers emerging outdoors survive to start new colonies. Swarmers emerging indoors are incapable of eating wood, seldom survive, and are best removed with a vacuum. They do, however, indicate that an infestation is present.

Discovering winged termites indoors almost always indicates an infestation warranting treatment. 

People often confuse winged termites with ants, which often swarm at the same time of year. Termites can be differentiated by their straight antennae, uniform waist and wings of equal size. (Ants have elbowed antennae, constricted waists and fore-wings that are longer than the hind wings.)

The swarmers are attracted to light and are often seen around windows and doors. Termite swarmers emerging from tree stumps, woodpiles, and other locations out in the yard are not necessarily cause for concern, and do not necessarily mean that the house is infested. On the other hand, if winged termites are seen emerging from the base of a foundation wall or adjoining porches and patios, there's a good chance the house is infested also and treatment may be warranted.

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Grapevine Rodent Elimination

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Rodent Control Grapevine, Rat Elimination, Grapevine Rodent Control

Grapevine Rodent Control, Rodent Elimination Grapevine, Rodent Control Grapevine 

 

Since Fall has officially arrived I felt we should give you the rodent run down since these critters are looking for a nice, warm space inside your home.

Assassin Exterminating & Pest Control treats 3 of the most common rodents: the Roof Rat, the Norway Rat and the House mouse. We have listed some interesting facts and tips below that can help you keep these pesky critters out of your home.

The House Mouse

Mice are found where food and shelter is plentiful and prefer nesting sites that are dark and in secluded places with an abundance of nesting materials, which include; paper products, cotton, packing materials, insulation, fabrics and etc.

Did you know?

• Mice are prolific breeders, producing six to ten litters continuously throughout the year
• The average mouse lives only 1-2 years.
• Mice are constant eaters - and will eat almost anything.
• Mouse tails have scales that help with climbing.
• Highly curious, mice explore their territory daily, paying special attention to new objects or physical changes. Unlike rats, mice show no dislike to new items.

The Roof Rat

Roof rats are well known for damaging and destroying material by gnawing and contaminating stored food. Its bite is also a risk to humans as they are a vector or carrier of diseases.

Did you know?

• The typical roof rat is between 13 to 18 inches long, including its tail.
• Is associated with having spread the plague or Black Death during the Middle Ages.
• Will feed on anything, from seeds, nuts, berries to shellfish and slugs.

The Norway Rat

Roof rats are well known for damaging and destroying material by gnawing and contaminating stored food. Its bite is also a risk to humans as they are a vector or carrier of diseases.

Did you know?

• The Norway Rat is also known as the "Sewer Rat" and the "Brown Rat".
• The Norway Rat prefers Fish and Meat.
• Norway Rats can carry the rabies virus.

Prevention

Prevention is the biggest part of keeping these critters away. We have provided you with a list of tips to help you deter rodents. Remember in the event of an infestation you will want to contact Assassin Exterminating & Pest Control

Our highly trained professionals can handle all of your rodent control needs, regardless if you have Roof Rats, Norway rats or even mice, Assassin is on the job!

Indoors Tips

Food areas and Storage

• Clean all areas where food may spill, including; under stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers cabinets.
• Keep your counter tops free of food.
• Store dry food, pet food and birdseed in sealed plastic containers/tubs.

Shelter

• Keep storage areas free of clutter
• Rodent-Proof hard-to-access areas that tend to be neglected
• Store supplies or materials off the floor  

Outdoors

• Properly maintain landscaping - trim any overgrown vegetation and shrubbery until ground underneath is visible.
• Remove any debris - rock piles, old equipment and such.
• Elevate lumber and firewood at least 18 inches.
• Store firewood away from the house.

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Squirrel Trapping & Removal Grapevine

Grapevine Squirrel Trapping & Removal

The most common complaint associated with squirrels is noise. Our squirrel control customers in Grapevine, TX will hear noises within their homes, typically at sunrise. At first light, squirrels will begin to scurry around, looking for food. Occasionally, customers will find the entry point from the outside – the hole where the squirrels are getting into the home – but typically the first signs of a squirrel control situation are the irritating noises they make in the early hours of the morning.

When customers in Grapevine, TX call us, we ask them a series of questions to help determine if and what type of squirrel control is necessary. It is important for customers to track what time of day they are hearing noises, how long they have been hearing noises and in what area of the home or building they are hearing noises.

Squirrels will enter buildings for shelter and nesting. Squirrels in Grapevine, TX have litters of babies in the spring and in the fall, and commonly end up in the attics of buildings. If squirrel control is not implemented immediately when the squirrel situation is identified, the population of squirrels living in or around a building will continue to grow. Every time a new litter grows up and leaves the nest, they begin to look for places to build their own nests in other areas of the building. It is important to implement squirrel control in yourGrapevine , TX home or business in order to prevent large populations of squirrels.

The most effective method of squirrel control is trapping them. Assassin Exterminating & Pest Control will set traps to catch the squirrels around your home or business. We then monitor every hole to ensure there are no squirrels still coming and going. Once we have removed all squirrels from the building, we will seal the entry points.

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