Termites are the arch-enemy of all homeowners. Although small in size and barely visible to the naked eye, they are responsible for approximately $300 billion in damage to United States crops and property each year. Furthermore, homeowners can expect to pay around $3,000 to repair the damage … [Read more...]
Tips for Controlling Mosquitoes in Your Yard
If you've lived in Texas very long you've probably heard that the mosquito is the State Bird of Texas. Well, it doesn't have to be that way in your back yard. As we get further into the “dog days of summers,” many homeowners are noticing their lawns infected with mosquitoes, as well as other … [Read more...]
How To Ward Off Carpenter Bees
Carpenter bees are considered the arch-nemesis of wooden structures. If you have patio with a wooden deck or framework surrounding it, you’ll need to protect yourself against these pesky little insects. While they very rarely attack people, female carpenter bees use their razor-sharp mandibles to … [Read more...]
Dealing With a Caterpillar Infestation In Your Garden
Most gardeners look forward to the warm spring months. However, it's also a time of year when caterpillars begin their reign of destruction, eating away any plants in their path. It's a depressing sight to see your garden infested with plant-eating caterpillars, but the good news is that there … [Read more...]
Controlling Mosquitoes In Your Garden
There's nothing worse than being constantly bombarded with mosquitoes while you are attempting to work in your garden. This otherwise fun and relaxing outdoor activity can easily become a nightmare when mosquitoes are out in full force. In fact, the problem can be so bad that it forces some … [Read more...]
Wood Borers – Killers Of Trees!
Many insects feed and make their homes in the bark, trunks and branches of shade trees and shrubs in Texas. Insect borers belong to several different insect groups including a variety of beetles, moths and horntail wasps. Most insect borers are attracted to weakened, damaged, dying or dead trees. … [Read more...]
Rake ’em or Leave ’em
I'm an Arborist also known as a "Tree Guy" so my office tends to be where the trees are...backyards, pastures, urban settings etc. One thing I always notice this time of year are the fallen leaves. To do or not to do that is the question...what question? Well, do you rake' em or leave' em? … [Read more...]