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Guide To Avoiding Bed Bugs When Your Child Goes Back To School

August 16, 2019

When it comes to most kids, nothing is better than summer break. In the same way, nothing is better than the start of school for most parents! For each, it is a time of rest, a time to escape the stress of work, schedule, and noise. If you are a parent, excited for the coming school year and the peace it will bring, we have something that will help you keep it peaceful. Today, we are talking about sleep-wrecking bed bugs and how they could use... Read More

Are Black Widow Spiders In Charlotte Dangerous?

July 26, 2019

So you think you’ve come across a black widow spider in your home or yard, what's next? Finding what you believe to be a black widow on your property is certainly unpleasant. It is important to be certain what you’re dealing with so you can pass that information on to a local pest control provider such as ProForce Pest Control.... Read More

3 Reasons You Want To Avoid Fire Ants In Charlotte

July 12, 2019

When it comes to determining if you are dealing with fire ants, the easiest ways to tell is by looking for dirt mounds, reddish-colored ants, and, of course, getting stung. There are several reasons you don’t want fire ants invading your Charlotte property, but here are just 3 reasons that make these pests problematic.... Read More

Guide To Minimizing Mosquito Exposure In Charolotte

June 27, 2019

How much do you enjoy nature? Does spending time out in the fresh air, maybe near a stream or lake, sound like a good way to spend an afternoon? How much more would you enjoy time outdoors if mosquitoes weren’t in the picture? Our guess is that you would enjoy it quite a bit more. If so, we have good news. ... Read More

5 Things That Attract Ants To Our Charlotte Homes

June 18, 2019

For most people around Charlotte, seeing ants and anthills on their properties is an everyday part of life. Of course, these hills are only the start of a bigger problem, a problem that comes when yard ants decide to become house ants. The question is, what is it that makes the ants in your yard decide to invade your home? ... Read More

Tips To Avoiding Bed Bugs This Summer In Charlotte, NC

May 31, 2019

Every summer, homeowners throughout Charlotte decide to take summer trips. For many people, summer is a season for relaxation, enjoyment, and activities with friends or family members. You may decide to take a trip, or you might have someone coming to visit your Charlotte home. Either way, the increase of human travel between states and public areas leads to an increase in bed bug infestations. As people stay in hotels, take public transportat... Read More

Homeowners Guide To Termites

May 30, 2019

We’ve all heard the horror stories of homeowners finding out that there have been termites living within the walls of their home for many years. This is one scenario all North Carolina residents would like to avoid. But the risk is always present, especially during spring and summer. ... Read More

Where Do Bugs Go In The Winter?

January 22, 2019

Ah, winter. Not all of us love the colder temperatures, or the snow and ice, but most of us enjoy a respite from all the bugs. Except, not all the bugs actually die off or leave our homes during the winter months. So where do they go?... Read More

Get Your Home Ready For Holiday Guests!

October 4, 2018

It’s the peak of the fall season and at ProForce Pest Control, in central North Carolina, we are really enjoying the cooler temperatures and the changing leaves! At this time of year, we begin to realize that the holidays are right around the corner. Are you expecting guests for any of the upcoming holiday celebrations?... Read More

Proactive Service For Commercial Customers

September 15, 2018

Are you a property manager or business owner in Charlotte or Central North Carolina? Whether your property is an office, apartment complex, store, or restaurant, a pest problem will be detrimental to your bottom line.... Read More