Insights & Resources For Homeowners
Check out our blogs and articles to learn more about keeping your Triangle home worry free & your family and pets safe! We’re sharing our expert advice and the latest news from behind the scenes.
When you think of pests that live in wood, you probably think of termites, but there are many others. One species of bee, the carpenter bee, may be causing significant damage to your home before you even notice a problem.
Referred to as plant lice, aphids feed upon horticultural and agricultural crops across the country. In Houston, ornamental plants are especially susceptible to aphid infestation. Aphids commonly infest jasmine, bedding plants, hibiscus, hydrangea, roses, vegetables, and oak trees.
Mice and rats are both rodents, but they are different creatures. Mice and rats may not only look different, but they’re unalike behaviorally, too. If you find yourself in need of a rat vs. mouse comparison so you can learn how to get rid of them, then this article is for you!
Here at EnviroCon, we remember in great detail the catastrophic flood disaster that hit our great city in late August. From unparalleled rainfall to flash flooding across multiple states, this damaging storm set a new U.S. tropical cyclone rain record.
If you’re a true Texan, you know that spiders in Texas can be a real threat! Active year-round, spiders make their way into homes just like yours every month of the year.
For anyone who has pets, we know what an important part of your family they are! For most people who own pets, they’re an extension of our family.
If you have a fire ant problem, chances are you found out the hard way. Known for their painful stings, one step on or near a fire ant hill can result in dozens of fire ants crawling up your leg, each leaving multiple painful stings along the way.
The Zika virus has been in the news constantly for the past year and a half--and for good reason. As a quickly spreading virus, the number of reported cases in the United States has increased year after year, causing valid concern for many--particularly pregnant women.
Thankfully, not everything is bigger in Texas, including wasps, yellow jackets, and other stinging insects. That said, these pests are big enough on average to still cause problems in your home and yard.
Few things strike fear into the hearts of homeowners, quite like the threat of termites. A single termite might not look particularly destructive, but a colony of termites can cause hundreds – even thousands – of dollars in damage in a short amount of time.
No matter the season of the year, an ant infestation is never a welcome sight. Unfortunately for most homeowners, an ant infestation is something you can’t avoid.
Texas is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including an impressive assortment of rodents.
There are many different types of spiders that can be found in the state of Texas. Some of the more common species include the black widow, brown recluse, and hobo spiders.
One of the worst feelings is seeing a cockroach scurry across your kitchen counter or up your bathroom wall. Roaches are one of the most common house pests world wide. Here in Texas, the heat can bring in cockroaches looking for a dark, damp place to escape.
Texas is home to various ant species that can cause headaches for homeowners.