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Vintage Vibes with Bug-Free Buys: Avoid Bringing Home Bed Bugs in Secondhand Furniture

Vintage Vibes with Bug-Free Buys: Avoid Bringing Home Bed Bugs in Secondhand Furniture

Picture your beloved new-to-you Eames lounge chair – not just a piece of furniture, but a slice of history. But what if there’s something lurking beneath the surface? There may be more than pocket change wedged down in those cushions. In this blog, we’re diving into the unsettling reality of bed bugs in the used furniture market! But first, let’s take a look at the bedbug itself and its relationship with us.

Pest Control for Small Businesses in Historic Spaces

Pest Control for Small Businesses in Historic Spaces

You have this beautiful chaotic mess of repurposed, upcycled, retrofitted buildings, possibly alongside a waterfront. Awesome for selfies, awesome for culture, also awesome for rats, cockroaches, ants, mice, and any number of other pests that like to lurk in the many dark corners and travel the aging pipes and sewers of these old buildings

Spreading Holiday Cheer: A Heartwarming Tradition Continues!

Spreading Holiday Cheer: A Heartwarming Tradition Continues!

The holiday season is all about giving back and spreading joy, and this year, our team at Good Earth Pest Company had the incredible privilege of continuing a heartwarming tradition. As in years past, we came together to make a difference in our communities by...

Banishing Box Elder Bugs: Strategies for Control

Banishing Box Elder Bugs: Strategies for Control

Box elder bugs, scientifically known as Boisea trivittata, are striking insects with a dark, elongated body adorned with vivid red markings. These vibrant colors serve as a warning to potential predators, but they’re not a welcome sight for homeowners. As temperatures drop, box elder bugs are drawn to the warmth of your home’s exterior, making their way inside and unintentionally pestering the inhabitants. The good news is that there are effective strategies to manage these pests and keep your home bug-free this season.

Let’s dive into some practical tips to address the box elder bug invasion in your home.

Mediterranean Seed Bugs: What are they and why are they on my house?

Mediterranean Seed Bugs: What are they and why are they on my house?

The Mediterranean seed bug is a small true bug of the family Rhyparochromidae. They’re small, 7-8mm long, and tan with black markings. Think small, black and tan, Box elder bug. They aren’t considered an agricultural pest per se because their food mostly consists of fallen seed that they glean from the ground, but they are certainly agriculturally adjacent.

Annual Supply Drive

Annual Supply Drive

We are happy to announce that Good Earth Pest Company is partnering with local organizations to support those in need within our communities. With the spirit of compassion, we are organizing a supply drive to provide essential items to kids who could benefit from some...

Protect Your Summer Garden From Gophers

Protect Your Summer Garden From Gophers

I wish I had been more proactive and done it before they did so much damage but what’s done is done. If you ever find yourself in a similar battle with Gophers, I’d advise going this route: Before you start buying and dealing with messy traps, or running up your water bill, give us a call and we can get one of our wildlife specialists on the case.

Red Clover Mites: Tiny Intruders or Harmless Visitors?

Red Clover Mites: Tiny Intruders or Harmless Visitors?

Clover mites may be tiny, red, and a bit startling when they invade your home, but fear not – they are harmless visitors. These little arachnids seek shelter from the elements and accidentally find themselves exploring the comforts of your abode. Remember, they won’t bite, sting, or cause any damage to your home!

Hard on Bugs. Soft on You.

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