Cockroaches

Cockroaches

There are two species of cockroaches found commonly in North Carolina: the German cockroach and the American cockroach. The German cockroach is easily recognized for its small size and usually accompanied by multiple German cockroaches, while the American cockroach is...
Silverfish

Silverfish

One of the most common house pests among North Carolina homeowners is the silverfish. These grey, wingless, scaly creatures are found mostly in moist areas in the home, mainly the bathroom and kitchen because they prefer the humidity, particularly humidity above 70%....
The Praying Mantis

The Praying Mantis

The praying mantis is among one of the most intelligent creatures on this planet. It’s a bug that, despite its slow-moving nature, is known for its quick movements when it comes to catching prey. You may have noticed most of these beautiful, winged creatures on...
Fire Ants

Fire Ants

If you’ve spent any time in the southern United States, you know there is one type of bug that brings a lot of fear among southerners — fire ants. They seem to infest every homeowner’s yard and wreak havoc on their playsets and gardens. They are smart, tough ants that...