Conquistador blogs about general pests
Yes—absolutely, and especially during monsoon season. If you’ve noticed more bugs around your home after it rains, you’re not imagining things. Here’s why pests seem to come out in full force after a good desert storm: Tucson’s Desert Becomes Bug-Friendly Rain changes everything. The typically dry, harsh desert suddenly becomes a much more comfortable place […]
Are bugs worse in Tucson after it rains? Read More »
Tucson Weed Control There is one thing that can ruin your landscape design’s appearance – WEEDS. Not to mention, dealing with weeds in your yard can be time-consuming, back-breaking, and in the summer, scorching hot! Weeds are seldom controlled with one or two applications of weed control product. If weeds grow in your yard unchecked,
HOA Weed Violations on Upswing after the Monsoons Read More »
Arizona can be one of the most beautiful places to be during the winter months. Despite the fact that the Sonoran Desert can see some very frigid cold nights, most who spend time here in the Southwest to escape the harsher winters of other parts of the U.S., visitors find Arizona a winter oasis. And
Are Termites in Arizona Active During Winter? Read More »
Let’s face it, there is nothing more dreadful than heading outdoors to walk the dog, check the mail, or spend time with family and friends only to get frantically bombarded by biting mosquitoes. Or even worse, waking up covered with itching mosquito bites, realizing you were a sleeping buffet in the comfort of your own
Mosquito Traps – Do they Really Work? Read More »
Arizonans are very familiar with the word, Monsoon. Whether this sparks excitement or fear, one thing we can all agree on is that the increase in thunderstorms and rainfall offers a break from the summer heat and dryness. However, we are not the only ones that like a break from the heat – insects do
The Monsoon Storms: Flies, Mosquitoes, and Moths. Oh My! Read More »
There are some misconceptions about professionals in my line of work that motivate DIY pest control enthusiasts to make some dangerous decisions. One of my favorites is a famous caricature of an old town exterminator named Delbert McClintock (played by John Goodman) saying, “I will hunt down the alleged arachnid and spritz him to kingdom
Why use a Professional: The Dangers of DIY Pest Control Read More »
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 to
Is Landlord or Tenant Responsible for Pest Control? Read More »
Plan Now For a Weed-Free Spring With the temperatures dropping and the sun going down a bit earlier each night, it finally feels like fall in Tucson. Abundant rainfall has also provided some welcome relief to the city. But rain means weeds, and if you’re a property manager, that problem may be looming large in
When to Apply Pre-Emergent Read More »
Monsoon season affects the Tucson area and all its residents in different ways. Though monsoon storms can provide a welcome reprieve from the unrelenting Arizona heat, they also present other issues, particularly concerning pest control. Learn how monsoon pests surround your home and how you can address the problem. WHEN IS MONSOON SEASON?
Four Monsoon Pests That May Invade Your Home Read More »
Monsoon Rain Brings Out the Bugs Monsoon season has officially started and that means that more bugs will start to come out in the rain. Some bugs are more active during the rainy weather. More bugs and inspects are seen during this time because it is like a second breeding season to them. Some of
Rain, rain would you like to stay? Read More »
