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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.

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Best Ways to Repel Mosquitoes from my Yard

By Skeeter Beater / April 18, 2022 /

It’s the time of the year again where mosquitoes are beginning to pop up out of nowhere. If you’re lucky enough not to have encountered them yet, just wait until summer hits. It’s truly unfortunate that so many people turn away from lounging outside on nice summer days because of pesky mosquitoes.  Mosquitoes will show…

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Chicagoland Mosquito Yard Treatment

By Skeeter Beater / April 15, 2022 /

If you live in the Chicagoland area, you are probably aware of the significant rise in the mosquito population during the summer months. Perhaps you even have the unfortunate problem of these mosquitoes flying around your yard or in your house non-stop. These pests can easily become a nuisance, and it can be quite difficult…

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How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in Your Yard

By Skeeter Beater / April 8, 2022 /

It’s beginning to be the time of year that mosquitoes and other pests start popping up everywhere. In the spring and summer months, pests literally come crawling out of the woodwork. They show up anywhere and everywhere: the pool, the beach, your yard, even inside your own house.  It might seem like there’s no respite…

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How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes Inside the House

By Skeeter Beater / April 1, 2022 /

Mosquitoes can be incredibly annoying during the summer months. This is especially true when they find their way into your house. While dealing with mosquitoes outdoors is a hassle, dealing with them in your home can be a straight up nightmare.  While it’s less common in the United States than in other parts of the…

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Top Tips to Prevent Springtime Pests

By Skeeter Beater / March 28, 2022 /

  Top Tips to Prevent Springtime Pests   Put Your Mind at Ease! Springtime is right around the corner. Just like spring brings new life to the flowers and trees, it also brings new life to the pests that we must worry about. As the weather warms up, the insects which were dormant all winter…

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Time to Prepare for Mosquito Season

By Skeeter Beater / March 14, 2022 /

  Time to Prepare for Mosquito Season Spring is quickly approaching and we are preparing to head back outdoors for many fun activities. It is a great time to prevent an outdoor activity no one wants to participate in: bug swatting! The moist warmer weather and dense foliage are a perfect storm for mosquito breeding.…

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The Life Cycle of a Tick

By Skeeter Beater / February 25, 2022 /

  The Life Cycle of a Tick Knowing the life cycle of a tick can help recognize it and prevent it from populating near your home. Ticks can, in fact, be active all year long, but they thrive during the wet spring and summer months. As temperatures rise, so do the ticks, and they are…

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 The Life Cycle of a Mosquito

By Skeeter Beater / February 17, 2022 /

   The Life Cycle of a Mosquito     Mosquitoes generally stay on the water’s surface for a brief duration after emerging. This is primarily to facilitate their delicate wings’ drying process and allow their body to solidify and gain strength. Although the exact duration may vary, it can be inferred that mosquitoes spend only…

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Top Reasons YOU Need Winter Pest Control

By Skeeter Beater / January 28, 2022 /

  Top Reasons YOU Need Winter Pest Control   It is common to believe, especially in the Chicagoland area, that with the freezing temperatures we are experiencing, we have no need to worry about pests. The truth, however, is that these pests we think have died or disappeared are actually making their way into our homes…

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Mosquitoes: Winter Survivors?

By Skeeter Beater / January 1, 2022 /

  Mosquitoes: Winter Survivors? Wintertime means colder temperatures. Wintertime also means pesky mosquitoes do a disappearing act! Sadly, as soon as spring appears, so do those obnoxious bug bites! Mosquitoes, while not as prevalent during winter, are still able to survive the frigid temps. It is important to know how they spend winter preparing to…

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