What Animal is in My Garage?

A garage affords a homeowner many luxuries, chief among them being extra space, and the ability to store one’s car in a safe place. But garages do have one big caveat: they are susceptible to pests. This is because garages—by virtue of their large doors that are often left open for extended periods of time—are […]

How to Identify Rodents in Your Yard

Rodents are characterized by a single pair of continuously growing incisors in each of the upper and lower jaws. Rodents are mammals; in fact, around 40% of all mammal species are rodents. They are incredibly diverse. They can adapt to live in urban and suburban habitats; both inside your home or in your yard.  Whether […]

Rodent Identification Guide

Rodents are characterized by a single pair of continuously growing incisors in each of the upper and lower jaws. Rodents are mammals; in fact, around 40% of all mammal species are rodents. They are incredibly diverse and live in every region of the globe, including urban and suburban areas, where they have a reputation for […]

Animals in Crawlspace in Charleston

Charleston is a beautiful city. The beaches and ocean are one of the reasons people flock to the city. The proximity to water poses some risks. Most of Charleston County is in a floodplain. When heavy rain and high tide combine, an additional foot or two of water can rush toward your house.  Many homes […]

How To Get Skunk Odor Out of Your House

Skunk under a tree

Skunks can be found throughout most of the United States.  Skunks are opportunistic omnivores. Their diet will consist of insects like grubs and bees, nuts, seeds, and small rodents. They can find food in the garbage and will eat your pet’s food. The animals have adapted to live in urban and suburban habitats. Skunks are […]

Squirrels on Roof in Olathe, KS

Squirrels might be adorable when scampering about the yard, but they quickly lose their charm when living within a home’s walls or attic. Squirrels are energetic and nimble creatures that excel at climbing and leaping. And like most nuisance pests, they’ve become accustomed to living amongst people because as urban and suburban areas grow, their […]