Mice are cute and furry, is there much harm in having them in your home? Absolutely! Unless your mouse is a stuffed Mickey you got from Disneyland, you don’t want it in your home or on your property. Mice are extremely dangerous to humans and pets. They can transmit dozens of diseases directly to humans and pets that come in contact with them, their urine, feces or saliva. They can also spread diseases indirectly through mites or fleas that…
For most of us, when spring comes around we think of blooming flowers and longer days. When you are a pest control professional, spring marks the start of a busy season. We are gearing up to help you with all your springtime needs. This time of year pests are coming out of their winter hiding spots, mating and finding their way into our homes. One of the most costly and destructive of these invaders are termites. Termites usually…
There are several species of velvet ants in Kansas that range from 1/2 inch to 1 inch in length. The males have blue-black wings and are usually found in sandy areas, flying low, in search of a mate. The females however are large, fuzzy looking, red insects that look like ants, but are not ants at all, but wingless wasps! The largest species in Kansas (Dasymutilla Accidentalis) is sometimes called a “Cow-Killer” because of the powerful sting of the female. Adults…
Here in Kansas we have around 100 species of flying, stinging insects. The most common include Wasps, Yellow Jackets, and Baldfaced Hornets. These insects can be beneficial for pollination and reduction of populations of other pests. This does not change the fact that their search for food can make them a danger for your family and pets. In our area, homeowners and renters alike need to be aware of these colonies increasing their populations. Wasps, Yellow…
If you’re like us, the lists around Christmas time pile up around Wichita. Lists of what the kids want for Christmas, lists of the things you need to get done around the house, lists of how to make your business end the year on a high note, the lists go on and on! All of these list can be over whelming, but at the top of all of your lists should be the health of your loved ones, yourself and…
With Thanksgiving upon us this week, the holiday season is in full swing here in Wichita! If you are playing host or hostess this holiday season, it’s important to make sure your Wichita home is ready to receive the right kind of guests. As the weather is cooling down, pests in the area are trying to find nicer, warmer homes for the winter. Your home might be that new home they’re looking for! Don’t let the wrong guests in this…
With winter around the corner, it’s time to winterize your home. While we aren’t the people to call for winterizing sprinklers or other aspects of your home, All Star Pest Control knows how to winterize your home against pests! Here are our top three tips for what you can do to get your Wichita home ready for a pest free winter: 1 . Add/ improve your insulation. By adding additional insulation to your home, you are creating an additional barrier…
When it comes to Wichita and pests, no one knows about both better than All Star Pest Control! When the weather cools down, one of two things happen depending on the area you live in – the pests come out to play and swarm you, or you stop seeing pests for the first time in months. Either way, you need a visit from All Star Pest Control to your Wichita home or business. If pests are swarming, it means you…
As seasons change, so do the pests swarming around your home. If you see any pests, be sure to give Wichita’s premier pest control company a call to send them on their way. In the meantime, keep your eyes on the lookout for the following five pests that are headed your way this fall: Cockroaches – Nobody likes cockroaches and trying to get rid of them almost seems like a trivial pursuit with how resilient they are. Home remedies usually…
While most people pay attention to the pests inside of their Wichita home, are you paying attention to the ones right outside? Pests outside often make their way inside, so it’s important to keep your surrounding areas clear too! Pests particularly like to hide in garden beds. Mulch often is a nice warm home, flowers are delicious, and there’s plenty of shade and dirt to build their homes in. You could have an underground nest thriving and going unnoticed only…
