Centipedes !

  Centipedes have been around for years. The first time they were to be reported was 1849 in Pennsylvania. Today they are found throughout the United States. They can annoy you, but are not a threat to health. Centipedes have so many legs allowing them to move with fast speed. Having so many legs gave them the nickname "hundred leggers". Even though they don't bite, Centipedes have poison glands and a way to inject venom. During the day they like to hide. At night they come to hunt silverfish, roaches,spiders and other creatures. To some their look may be scary, but they do not want to cause harm.

  Centipedes are said to have 15 to 177 pairs of legs. That's a lot of legs. These legs are long and flat , the may even seem worm at first glance. The colors can range from dark brown to a yellowish color. Some centipedes have darker stripes on their body. 

 These animals are more active during the night then during the day. They prefer places like your bathroom, crawlspaces, and potted plants. Other places they can be found are rotting logs, under rocks, even your trash ! 


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Mosquitoes !

Did you know Mosquitoes have been around since the Triassic Period , which is 400 million years ago. If we look at North America, they have been known to go back as far as the cretaceous period, 100 million years ago. Today there are 2,700 different species of mosquitoes, with 176 of those in the United States. On average a Mosquito will take about 5-millionths of a liter of blood every time they bite you. Did you know mosquitoes detect infra-red radiation emitted from its host warm bodies to find them. They may also use chemical signals at distances of 25-35 meters away.

Mosquitoes will usually fly 1 to 1.5 miles per hour. Salt marsh mosquitoes can and will migrate up to 40 miles for one meal. People who fidget a lot or of a bigger size will attract more mosquitoes because they let out more CO2 and lactic acid.If you wear dark clothing mosquitoes will be more attracted to that then someone of lighter clothing.

Opossum : The Facts

Opossums are marsupials, native to the United States. They may not look it, but are closely related to the Koala and Kangaroo. Their fur is light gray. Each foot has five toes, his tail has no fur. Female Opossums give birth twice a year, each time having five to eight babies. These babies will remain in her pouch until they can walk around in four months. At birth they are so tiny ten of them can fit in a teaspoon. A fun fact is that the Opossum can use his fur-less tail as a fifth hand when needed.

A Opossums diet consist of garbage, fruit, vegetables, green plants, snails , slugs, snakes, and insects including cockroaches,crickets, and beetles. They will also catch and eat rats and mice, as well as all types of dead animals.

These animals move around a lot. They live in hollow logs, rock crevices, pipes, attics , and beneath buildings. Opossums are non-aggressive and non destructive. They will not dig into soil or destroy property. People nor pets will be harmed. That being said they are still wild animals and should not be handled, they will use their 50 pointy teeth to defend itself if feeling threatened.

To prevent opossums you may take these following steps

Do not leave pet food out at night.

Pick up fallen fruit.

Clear away bushes, woodpiles and other hiding places.

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Don't Bring Home Bedbugs From Your Holiday Vacation With These Tips !

On a Holiday trip you think of everything but bedbug precautions. Follow these steps to keep your family clear of bedbugs while traveling.

ALWAYS! Check Your Hotel Room Well...

When you first enter your hotel room before you get comfortable CHECK YOUR ROOM! Until the room has been completely checked make sure that you leave all of your luggage on the bathroom tile. When inspecting you should have good lighting. Look closely at the seams of the mattress and all bedding. You will be looking to see if you see something that looks like pepper on the sheets and crevices. It would always be a good idea to check anything within 15 ft that is soft.

Protect Your Luggage....

  

Even though you have inspected the room, bedbugs can still crawl over from neighboring rooms or the cleaning carts. Keep your luggage off the bed, couch, and floor if not tiled. Store it on the luggage rack or shelve. A good rule of thumb if you wanna be extra cautious always bring plastic bags to seal them in.

When Returning....

Upon returning home before bringing your luggage in check it all. Take precaution and very carefully examine the outside of your suitcases as well as everything it contains. Once bedbugs enter your home, it can be very hard to get them out.

Don't Deck the Halls With Pest!

You have made it through all the holiday decorating urges, and now it's finally time to unleash those urges. Before you start to decorate the tree and hanging the stockings remember these CMAC pest control tips for the holidays.

Inspect that tree ...

Spiders,Moths,Mites,and many other pest have been known to make trees and wreaths their home for the holidays.Before bringing the tree inside make sure to inspect and shake the tree to free any critters and pest

Are My Decorations Safe...

Your decorations have been stored away all year, they should be safe. Wrong. Pest will crawl into storage boxes you have put away. When unpacking boxes, check them before bringing them into your home.

Stay Warm While Keeping Pest Out...

During these cold winter months your going to be utilizing your fireplace and snuggling with a cup of hot chocolate. Keep caution when you bring in your firewood, termites and ants could be hiding on the logs. Always remember to keep your firewood raised off the ground and at least 20ft from your home.

If you have pest problems this winter don't forget to give us a call at 843-898-0683.

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Cycle of the Seasons for Pest

Can winter weather really mean there will be less bugs ? You don't see as many pest in your home so you must be able put your worries to rest ? WRONG! A lot can happen in the cycle of seasons for bugs each year.

During The Summer....

This is the time most insects are maturing and developing . Certain species will become more of a active threat during those months. Mosquitoes for instants, they become more of a headache as they swarm during these seasons in some areas. When the temperature increases their life cycle increases causing them to mature faster.

During The Autumn....

This time of year signals bugs to start entering your homes to prepare for the colder months. Spiders for example will tend to enter your home to search for prey. This is also the time of year for insects to become more active and reproduce , as well as search for a male partner. Larger pest are known to take up holes and crevices that you

most likely have in your home.

During the Winter....

                                   

Just like in warmer months, pest are going to need warmth and food in the winter months. Rodents Roaches and Spiders are found to be especially active in these cold months. Your home is a huge scavenge site for these animals.

During The Spring....

Spring is a time of year insects love to come out and play. Some have just come out of active hibernation and will be needing to see food and water to restart their energy. Most pest will be out scavenging , while some will be left at the nest to defend it against predators.

No matter what season we are in, CMAC Pest Control will always make an ongoing effort . While you can take steps of your own, our trained technicians know best. Call today for your inspection at 843-898-0683.

Termites : Reasons They Will Invade Your Home

Did you know if your home has any wood in its structure that you are at risk for termites? Wood contains cellulose which is a sugar like carbohydrate. This makes your home a all you can eat buffet for the termites, but there are specific reasons termites will attack your home over others.

Wood Around your Home

Before termites find your home to feed on they may find other food sources that are close in your yard. If you have a woodpile right next to your home the termites will be thanking you for it. This is where they will feed and start to grow colonies in your yard. You can resist termites by eliminating food sources around your home, making it more difficult for the termites to survive. If you suspect you already have termites you should give us a call at 843-898-0683.

Damp Conditions

Subterranean termites must have moisture to survive. These termites are smart enough to know that decaying wood can be found in moist environments. When the soil around your home is wet, the termites are going to want to explore your home. Not if, but when they decide to explore your home they will start building tubes for shelter up your foundation walls. From there they will begin to feed on the wood of your home. If you suspect the wood structure of your home could have a high moisture content you could be at risk for termite infestations. Call us today for your moisture reading to reduce your chances of termites at 843-898-0683.

Direct Wood To Ground Contact

Termites can feed on any home, but they have the best chance at feeding when a home has wood to ground contact. Wood to Ground contact could have been done when your home was being built, or maybe a deck in your yard.Most homes are built on concrete piers or walls, the exterior structure will tend to have the wood to soil contact. Call us today so that we can make sure your home is safe from the risky Wood to ground Contact at 843.898.0683