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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.

What Is a Deer Tick? Your Essential Guide to Staying Safe in 2026

By Skeeter Beater / February 24, 2026 /

What You Need to Know About Deer Ticks 📍 Key Takeaways: Deer Tick Essentials Tiny but Dangerous: Adult females are the size of a sesame seed, but disease-transmitting nymphs are as small as a poppy seed, making them nearly impossible to see. The 24-Hour Rule: To transmit Lyme bacteria, an infected tick usually needs to…

Chicagoland Mosquito and Tick Season in 2026

By Skeeter Beater / December 30, 2025 /

Mosquitoes and ticks are taking over Chicagoland this summer! The danger levels have reached unprecedented heights. Nearly every city, village, and town in Cook County has detected West Nile virus. That’s right – these disease-carrying pests are everywhere you want to enjoy the outdoors. The numbers are staggering. Infection rates are higher at this time…

Essential Barrington Tick Control Tips

By Skeeter Beater / December 16, 2025 /

Ticks are a threat to your family’s outdoor fun in Barrington! Cases of Lyme disease have nearly doubled since 2012 in this area. With over 30,000 cases reported each year in the U.S., this issue is closer than you think. These pests can ruin backyard gatherings from March through October, turning safe spaces into danger…

Mosquito Season in Lake Zurich: How to Keep Mosquitoes Away

By Skeeter Beater / October 21, 2025 /

Mosquitoes are annoying while trying to enjoy your property in Lake Zurich! A single bite is all it takes to transmit serious, mosquito-borne diseases. No one wants mosquitoes buzzing around when they grill, relax on the porch, or enjoy the outdoors in Lake Zurich. These pesky insects can quickly turn your summer fun into an…

Mosquito Control Tips for Barrington, Palatine, and Arlington Heights

By Skeeter Beater / October 7, 2025 /

Mosquitoes can ruin your time outdoors in Barrington, Palatine, and Arlington Heights! These pests can breed in just one teaspoon of water and complete their life cycle in only four days. That’s why effective backyard mosquito control is essential for your family. No one wants to deal with dangerous mosquito-borne illnesses during the summer months.…

Protect Pumpkins from Pests: Expert Tips That Actually Work

By Skeeter Beater / August 26, 2025 /

Pests are destroying your beautiful autumn decorations! Mice, rats, raccoons, opossums, groundhogs, deer, and foxes all target your seasonal displays. These unwanted visitors can cause real trouble. It’s time to do something about it! The problem doesn’t stop with larger animals. Fruit flies attack carved pumpkins as they decompose. Ants, gnats, and earwigs join the…

Ticks in Fall: Why They’re More Active Than You Think

By Skeeter Beater / August 12, 2025 /

Think ticks disappear when the leaves start falling? Think again! Adult blacklegged ticks (also called deer ticks) stay busy hunting for hosts throughout October and November. No one wants these disease-carrying pests attacking their family every time they step outside to enjoy the crisp fall weather. Fall is a risk period because 50% of blacklegged…

The Guide to Mosquito Control at Outdoor Weddings (That Actually Works)

By Skeeter Beater / July 29, 2025 /

Planning the perfect outdoor wedding? Mosquitoes can turn your dream ceremony into a nightmare for you and your guests! No one wants their wedding guests swatting mosquitoes instead of celebrating their special day. These pesky bugs lay eggs in water, and even small puddles create swarms of hungry mosquitoes ready to attack your celebration. Without…

Natural Predators of Mosquitoes: Your Secret Weapon Against Backyard Pests

By Skeeter Beater / July 15, 2025 /

Bats are amazing creatures – some species can eat up to 1,000 mosquitoes in just a single hour! These natural predators of mosquitoes could be your best defense against those pesky backyard insects! Nature has created an impressive lineup of mosquito hunters. Dragonflies, also called “mosquito hawks,” are amazing hunters. They have a 95% success…

Why Mosquitoes Thrive at 80°F

By Skeeter Beater / July 1, 2025 /

Mosquitoes are most annoying at 80°F! They are most active at this cozy temperature. It’s the same one that draws you outside for barbecues and relaxing evenings. No one wants mosquitoes to attack them every time they step outside to enjoy their property! Here’s what every homeowner needs to know: mosquitoes operate on a precise…

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