Conquistador Pest and Termite is a locally owned and operated pest control company. Conquistador offers a variety of services and packages to suit the needs of all of our customers.
If you have a friend or relative with a penchant to hoard, then you probably understand how they get their name from the furry little rodent we call a pack rat. Prevalent in Southern Arizona deserts, these rodents have a tendency to build nests and accumulate objects. Pack rats can be frustrating to homeowners because …
The summer heat is here, and it is hot! That means scorpion season is here. We have been getting more calls than usual. The Banner Poison and Drug Information Center says there is a 20% increase in scorpion stings compared to last year. Why are we seeing an increase in scorpion stings? While the scorpion …
June 15th marked the first day of the Monsoon 2020. The monsoon season is responsible for over half of our average annual rainfall each year. The National Weather Service has decreed a monsoon season from June 15 to September 30. While our summer rain brings much-needed moisture to Tucson, it also brings out the wildlife. …
Bill and Nancy sat under their new gazebo, eager to enjoy their freshly renovated backyard. Before they could even comment on this dream come true, Bill swatted his arm. Nancy noticed a red welt on her leg. They looked at each other in disbelief: mosquitoes! They just spent a lot of money creating their dream …
Where you were when you first heard the term “COVID-19”? When you heard it, did you have any idea how much it would change your life? Most of us didn’t have a clue. But here we are, adjusting to our new reality. While that reality is different for everyone, it means most of us are …
As COVID-19 restrictions continue for businesses, there are a few businesses that qualify as essential services like grocery stores and medical. The professional pest control industry is included in the list of essential services because it is necessary to maintain the safety of public health, food and property. Pests can spread diseases such as West …
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“I love weeds in my yard,” said NO ONE EVER. Ugly and detrimental to landscaping, weeds are the bane of a homeowner’s existence. But there is another reason weeds need to be controlled that people don’t often consider: they provide harbor for other unwanted pests. Unfortunately, bugs and weeds go together. WHY DO BUGS AND …
Is the Landlord or Tenant Responsible for Pest Control? The Arizona climate is in a class of its own. Both the summer heat and monsoon rains will drive a variety of insects into your home — scorpions, black widow and brown recluse spiders, a variety of ants, and cockroaches. You can also add bed bugs …
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Why People Put Spider Ornaments on their Christmas Tree Once Halloween is over, most people don’t think about incorporating spiders into their home decor. In fact, spiders and homes are two things we typically prefer not to mix at all. But in some cultures, like Ukraine and Germany, it is common around the holidays to …
Bed Bug Checklist A bed bug free Thanksgiving is a Thankful Thanksgiving! Here is what you need to do: Know what a bed bug looks like. Search for these bugs after your guests have left. Wash sheets and pillowcases on the hottest temperature. This will kill any eggs. Watch for signs of insect bites which …
