Wesley Wheeler

Sep 26, 2024 | todayshomeowner.com | Jonathon Jachura |Wesley Wheeler

As someone who spends a lot of time outdoors, I know just how easy it is to come into contact with ticks and the dangers they present. The number of U.S. counties with blacklegged ticks (more commonly known as deer ticks) is responsible for most Lyme Disease cases. These cases have more than doubled over the last twenty years. The northeast corridor of the U.S. is no longer the only “hotbed” for blacklegged tick action. To make matters even worse, Lyme Disease is no longer the only threat.

Jul 10, 2024 | todayshomeowner.com | Katelynn Ward |Wesley Wheeler |Master’s degrees |Lora Novak

Ants are a common pest that can be found just about everywhere. One of the most common places that ants are found is around kitchens. It’s important for homeowners to know signs to watch for, and quick ways to kill ants. Kitchens offer ants the two most important things they scavenge for — food sources and water. When most people think of ants in their home, they automatically assume there must be food they’re finding and they need to clean up better.

Jul 2, 2024 | todayshomeowner.com | Jonathon Jachura |Wesley Wheeler |Lora Novak

Bed bugs are one of the worst pests to find in your home. They’re universally reviled because they feed on human blood. That means these pests will bite you and your family any chance they get – usually at night, while you’re asleep in your bed. Part of what makes bed bugs so feared is that they are very hard to get rid of. Usually only coming out at night, these insects are very good at staying hidden.

Jun 21, 2024 | todayshomeowner.com | Wesley Wheeler |Coty Perry

I’ve seen it all when it comes to bed bug infestations. These elusive little bloodsuckers are masters of hide-and-seek, turning a good night’s sleep into a battle of wits. Over the years, I’ve encountered countless desperate homeowners trying every trick in the book to outsmart these nocturnal nuisances. One question I’m often asked is whether double-sided tape can trap bed bugs. While it’s an creative idea, I hate to be the bearer of bad news: double-sided tape simply isn’t up to the task.

Jun 20, 2024 | todayshomeowner.com | Jonathon Jachura |Wesley Wheeler |Lora Novak

Ants are one of the most common and irritating pests to find in your home. These tiny creatures find entry points into your house easily, and once they’re in, they can be notoriously hard to eliminate. Ants spend their lives foraging for food sources to bring back to their nests, so they often wander into strange places. As a professional pest exterminator, I’ve seen it all: ants in the kitchen cabinets, behind appliances, in bowls of pet food, and yes, I’ve even found ants in the dishwasher.