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How to Keep Mice Out of Your St. Louis Home This Fall
This post is a follow-up to our recent social media question: “Can you guess this pest?” 🐭 If you guessed the house mouse — you were right! These small, sneaky creatures love to find warmth indoors...
West Nile Virus Cases Rising in Missouri
West Nile Virus Is Surging in Missouri — Here’s How STL Pest Control Can Help St. Louis Families Updated: October 10, 2025 • STL Pest Control What’s Going On in St. Louis Right Now? According to a 5...
Tiny Ants, Big Problem: Dealing with Pavement Ants in STL
If you’ve ever spotted a trail of tiny ants crawling along your kitchen floor or patio in St. Louis, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with pavement ants. These tiny invaders might be small, but...
Why Rats and Mice Are a Bigger Problem in Fall
As the leaves start to change and the temperatures drop in St. Louis, many homeowners welcome the crisp air and cozy evenings. Unfortunately, you’re not the only one looking for warmth and comfort...
Don’t Let Nature’s “Tiny Flamethrower” Invade Your St. Louis Home
As St. Louis homeowners, we're used to sharing our beautiful city with a variety of wildlife. From squirrels in the yard to the occasional spider indoors, we generally know what to expect. But what...
Don’t Let Ants Steal the Candy: Halloween Pest Prevention Tips for St. Louis Homeowners
Halloween in St. Louis is all about costumes, trick-or-treating, and buckets of candy. While kids are excited to enjoy their treats, pests are also on the hunt. Ants, cockroaches, and even rodents...
Bed Bugs in St. Louis and Where They Come From
Bed Bugs in St. Louis: Where They Come From, What They Eat, and How to Stop Them Bed bugs are one of the most unsettling pests a homeowner can face. They don’t care if your home is spotless or...
The “Furniture Roach” You Don’t Want in Your St. Louis Home: A Sneaky Invader
What is a Furniture Roach? The so-called furniture roach isn’t a different species at all — it’s actually the Brown-Banded Cockroach. Homeowners often find them on furniture, walls, or higher...
From Kitchen to Basement: How to Protect Your St. Louis Home from Ants
From Kitchen to Basement: How to Protect Your St. Louis Home from Ants Ants may be small, but when they move into your home, they can cause big headaches. In St. Louis, our warm, humid summers and...
Termite Myths vs. Facts: Separating Truth from Fiction
Termites are one of the most misunderstood—and most destructive—pests facing homeowners in St. Louis. While they might be out of sight, they’re rarely out of action. Unfortunately, termite myths...
