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A lot of people have questions about how we treat your property, or the various bugs or insects serviced by our company. For instance, what is the difference between various kinds of ants? Or you may be wondering what a silverfish infestation looks like. Skeeter Beater helps provide some answers with our blog. Stay up-to-date with all things mosquito and pest control. And, if you have more questions, be sure to give us a call.

How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in the Backyard: Expert Tips That Actually Work

By Skeeter Beater / June 17, 2025 /

Taking back your yard from these bloodsucking pests is simpler than you might think. This piece covers everything from backyard mosquito control products to natural mosquito remedies, showing you how to get rid of mosquitoes in your backyard effectively. The best results are achieved by combining several methods, such as removing standing water and using…

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Natural Mosquito Control for Your Yard: Simple Guide Every Homeowner Needs

By Skeeter Beater / June 3, 2025 /

Want to keep mosquitoes away from your backyard naturally? This piece will show you how to make your natural mosquito control yard spray. You’ll learn about planting mosquito-fighting plants, such as lavender and marigolds, and simple ways to eliminate breeding spots. Your outdoor space can be mosquito-free without harsh chemicals! You may be surprised to…

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Integrated Pest Management: A Guide to Natural Pest Control

By Skeeter Beater / May 20, 2025 /

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) offers a greener solution. It outperforms traditional pest control methods. IPM stands out from traditional approaches. This science-based system combines biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools to control pests. It minimizes health and environmental risks. The system also saves money by stopping pest damage before it becomes a problem through a…

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How to Prepare for Mosquito Season

By Skeeter Beater / May 6, 2025 /

Mosquito season brings unwelcome visitors to your yard, regardless of where you live. Mosquitoes are resilient pests that can survive in temperatures as low as 50 degrees Fahrenheit. This makes them a year-round problem in many areas. They notice about 400 different things. This includes your body’s chemistry and the standing water in your yard.…

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How to Remove a Tick Safely

By Skeeter Beater / April 22, 2025 /

Knowing how to remove a tick can protect you and your loved ones.  Proper tick removal could save you from serious health issues. Your risk of infection increases substantially 24–48 hours after a tick attaches to your skin! Ticks spread dangerous diseases like Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever in regions throughout the…

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Can Ticks Survive in Water?

By Skeeter Beater / April 8, 2025 /

Ticks can survive in water for an amazing 48 hours or more. These tough parasites can breathe underwater through a special method called plastron respiration. The latest research has uncovered something even more remarkable. The Amblyomma americanum tick species can stay alive up to 70 days in freshwater. They don’t swim, though – they float…

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Why Your Lawn Needs Organic Fertilization

By Skeeter Beater / March 25, 2025 /

Organic fertilization does more than green your grass. They provide micro and macronutrients that regular fertilizers can’t match. Your lawn’s health depends on the soil beneath it. Organic fertilizers work best at building soil biology that helps grass roots take in nutrients better. Making the switch to organic fertilizers brings several benefits to your yard.…

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Why Do Mosquitoes Bite Your Ankles?

By Skeeter Beater / March 11, 2025 /

Mosquitoes can detect your presence from over 30 feet away by sensing the carbon dioxide you exhale. These insects know how to find you and prefer targeting your ankles for their blood meals. The Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus) and yellow fever mosquito (Aedes aegypti) are two invasive species that frequently bite ankles in the…

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Types of Ticks: Expert Guide to Identification and Disease Prevention

By Skeeter Beater / February 25, 2025 /

The number of tick-borne disease cases in the U.S. doubled from 22,500 in 2004 to 50,800 in 2019. Your safety depends on knowing more about different types of ticks now than ever. These stubborn parasites spread diseases quickly. They can cling to their hosts for days while feeding. The U.S. has two prominent tick families:…

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What is Lawn Care? A Beginner’s Guide to Perfect Green Grass

By Skeeter Beater / February 11, 2025 /

Your perfect lawn needs between three to six fertilizer applications per year to stay healthy and vibrant. Most homeowners believe lawn care means regular mowing and watering, but the reality offers much more to explore. Proper lawn care dives deep beneath the surface. Your grass thrives best when soil pH stays between 6.5 and 7.0,…

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