group of fire ants gathering around food on a table

Staying Safe Around San Antonio Pests Fire ants are aggressive, and their stings can cause painful reactions. In Texas — where these ants are prevalent — knowing how to treat their stings is essential. At Apple Pest Control, we’re here to keep your San Antonio home and property protected against these unwelcome insects. In this …

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fire ant on finger

At Apple Pest Control, we’re no strangers to ants. They live everywhere – in your backyard, under logs and even inside your house. Although ants are pesky, many species are harmless. This is not true of fire ants. Since the 1930s, fire ants have been a problem in the United States when they were accidentally …

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ants

While many believe that ants are simply an annoyance that we dread seeing around the kitchen, there are types of ants that can cause actual damage to your home. That would be the carpenter ant. They look like your average ant, but their ability to chew through surfaces and make your home into a nesting …

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outdoor dining pest control

Eating a meal outside in the summer is a great way to increase your vitamin D intake and spend more time in the fresh air. But how do you make sure that pests like flies, ants and mosquitos leave you alone? There are a few, simple tips to try when eating outside.

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Ants vs Termits

Termites and ants – two things you never want to see in your home. They might look similar, but here are some ways to tell the creepy crawlers apart and how to get rid of them.

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Crazy Ants Extermination

“What is that?” “They look like little ants.” Randomly scattered in the corner of our office were little bugs. Within a week they seemed to be everywhere. We couldn’t find the source. We couldn’t even Google the right terminology for this mysterious insect crawling around our office, but we knew one thing; we had an …

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Worst Summer Insects

If you love spending time outdoors during summer, you know that the warm weather isn’t without its drawbacks. A number of bugs begin to emerge in the summer, and some of them can be a real problem. While they may be small, bugs can easily take over picnics, ruin campouts and even cause you some …

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What are the most common bug allergies

Do you constantly find yourself bit or stung? Have you had allergic reactions to different kind of bug bites? Here are the three most common bug allergies and their symptoms.

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From cleaning supplies to meal ingredients, opting for organic options is on the rise. Natural, green options are even available to help keep pests out of your home and yard. Whether you’re a pet owner, a parent or just want to lower your carbon footprint, there are plenty of reasons to consider switching to organic …

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Common Winter Pests 2016

Summer has come to a close and the autumn days are getting cooler and cooler. Before you know it, winter will be here and all of our pest problems will be solved. Actually, this is not true and our homes can still have pest control problems during the coldest months of winter. Our best defense …

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