February 15, 2021
Spiders are considered beneficial in their natural outdoor environment. Their predatory nature helps control damaging and dangerous insect populations in the garden and around the home.... Read More
January 20, 2021
Have you ever seen a gopher hole or mound? Gophers are destructive pests that can be a serious problem for homeowners. Some may call them cute, but the devastation they can cause to a lawn or garden in a short amount of time is a real issue.... Read More
January 20, 2021
House crickets are identifiable by the three dark bands across their heads and the light brown primary coloring of their body. With large back legs, wings, and long antennae, these pests reach about 3/4 of an inch in length. Nymphs appear as adults but are wingless.... Read More
January 19, 2021
Have you ever watched a pair of squirrels running and playing together? It is quite enjoyable to watch. What isn't pleasant to watch is these pests digging holes throughout yards, tearing up gardens, and generally causing trouble around your property... Read More
January 15, 2021
Roof rats (Rattus rattus) are one of the worst types of rodents to have in your house. Sometimes called black rats, roof rats are sleek and agile. Roof rats destroy property, carry diseases, and ruin food. They like to climb and are often found in the attic and walls in the upper parts of a house. ... Read More
November 20, 2020
The Trapdoor Spider is a native spider in the California area that has a fascinating lifestyle. Yet these spiders don’t often get noticed by people because they will only occasionally emerge during heavy rains. When they do come out, they seem to scare the daylights out of those who come across them.... Read More
May 4, 2020
Spiders can be found almost anywhere and California provides the perfect environment for spiders to thrive. There are a variety of spider species throughout the state and some are more common in the Ventura area than others.... Read More
September 6, 2007
There are a number of species of spiders that will invade homes and some more often than others. While it’s common to see a daddy long legs or a house spider in your home, it’s not very common to see the Giant Crab Spider.... Read More