For most of us, our home is our sanctuary and more than likely our biggest investment. If we don’t take measures to protect it from termite infestation, we lose that security. So, we need to answer the question,” How much does termite treatment cost?” Leaving termite control to chance is a risk you shouldn’t be […]
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What are carpenter ants? Carpenter ants in Texas are a wood-destroying species of ants that can cause pretty severe damage to homes and any other structure they invade. Carpenter ants in Texas can specifically prove to be a problem as they are a common sight around Texas homes throughout the year. Even though their natural […]
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Palmetto bugs are nasty critters that infest the homes of residents of Charleston and the entire state of South Carolina. They typically get into homes through open doors and cracks. In this guide, we teach you how to get rid of palmetto bugs and how to prevent them in the future. Before we get started, […]
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Looking to do your own pest control? There are plenty of situations where it may be a good idea to try and fix the problem yourself. And other times? It’s best to leave it up to a reputable pest control company. It can be tempting to go to the store and buy some product, hoping […]
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If you live in an apartment, you may be wondering where pest control is sprayed. Most apartments are sprayed in one day, and you may not be home for it. The good news is that most apartments will be sprayed on the outside only. You can often request inside service with your apartment manager should […]
read moreWe often get asked, are landlords responsible for pest control, and the answer is, it depends. In some states, including Texas, the landlord is responsible for creating a good living environment, and that means he or she must provide pest control. However, it turns out that it’s a lot more gray than that. Some pests […]
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Even the word, spider, causes you to look around in fear and begin to feel itchy. And even though most spiders are fairly harmless, that fear we have of them pushes us to kill all of the ones in our home. If you’re wondering how to kill spiders, you can use an insecticide, squish them, […]
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Itching, scratching pets are not a good sign. They’re a sign of fleas! So, when your furry friend has fleas, how do you get rid of fleas in the house fast? It’s not a cut-and-dry answer, but sweeping your floors, vacuuming all carpets and soft furniture, spraying insecticide on furniture, fogging your home, or calling […]
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Here at Vinx Pest Control, we’re often asked do ticks fly? Though there are many misconceptions out there, ticks can’t fly (thankfully). They belong to the arachnid family, just like spiders, who also can’t fly! But even without wings, these pests can be extremely annoying. Not to mention, they’re incredibly dangerous. Ticks harbor diseases, some […]
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No one likes doing the dishes, but you know what’s even worse? Doing the dishes when you also have drain flies! Drain flies are little gnats or moths, and they hang out around your drains for the moisture and nourishment they provide. While drain flies are not harmful to you, they are annoying. To get […]
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