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Carpenter Ants are not Termites!
Carpenter ants Minnesotans are lucky! They don’t have to worry about wood-destroying insects like termites. Termites are rare to find in Minnesota and when they are discovered they are almost always brought in by [...] continue reading
We Love Living Near Woods and Water and So do Spiders!
Spiders are abundant next to woods and water because of other insects around our homes. Spiders are a predator, feeding on insects and other spiders. If that is the case, one would think that [...] continue reading
Wasps Celebrate Summer!
There are 30,000 known species of wasps in the world and! Only about 1,000 are considered to be social wasps that build a nest site with multiple members. The other 29,000 are solitary [...] continue reading
Asian Lady Beetles are Not Lady Bugs
BOGO’s Scott Dorn talks about over-wintering pests with Twin Cities AM1130 radio: How did “Lady Bugs” get inside the home during winter? This is a common question we receive during winter as [...] continue reading
Garter Snakes Love June
Snakes love June and here is why! June is a special month in Minnesota when it comes to snakes. You may be wondering why June would matter to a snake. The simple answer [...] continue reading
The House Centipede – A fearful, but beneficial creature
For the past sixteen years, I’ve talked to thousands of people about their pest problems, and the number one complaint by far is about the House Centipede, “You know, the ones with [...] continue reading
Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants vary in color and size. Typically, large black to reddish black, ranging in size of up to 5/8th of an inch. A carpenter ant colony consists of a primary nest and multiple satellite [...] continue reading
May is “Lyme Disease Awareness Month”
Blacklegged ticks, known as “deer ticks” were able to get an early start this spring. Did you know deer ticks are not born with diseases? They pick them up from the animals [...] continue reading
Sugar Ants and Grease Ants are the Same
Sugar Ants and Grease Ants are the same ants. Pest control experts refer to them as Pavement ants. It can be so frustrating for homeowners that have issues with them in the [...] continue reading
Pavement Ants
When a customer calls about ants, my priority is to identify what type of ant it is. There are several different types of ants that a homeowner may see. Pavement ants are one [...] continue reading
Why are Carpenter Ants in my House?
Did you know that carpenter ants are not native to Minnesota? It’s true, they originate from Asia. There are several different types of carpenter ant species. In fact, there are more than [...] continue reading
Voles Live Under the Snow
Have you ever wondered what has been happening underneath the snow during the winter months? This past winter was brutally cold with temperatures dropping well below zero. Looking out the window, you [...] continue reading
Pest problems are ever-changing in Minnesota. While mosquitos, mice, ants and other common pests have been in our area for centuries, new pests are finding their way to the land of 10,000 lakes. Bugs like Asian Beetles, Black-Legged Ticks or Brown-Marmorated Stink Bugs are newer arrivals to our area, and not everyone knows how to manage these new pests. At BOGO Pest Control, we are your local experts on pest prevention and exclusion for residential and commercial properties in the greater Twin Cities metro area. We are also your source for pest information and what you can do to control pests on your property.
Informative Pest Control Tips
Not every pest problem requires an exterminator. Our team at BOGO Pest Control is happy to come help when you need a comprehensive pest prevention plan to keep mice out of your home in Prior Lake or rid your warehouse of ants in St. Paul. However, we also know our neighbors in the Twin Cities area need to be vigilant to protect themselves and their property from pests. Some insects can be dangerous, and it is important to know what to look for and what to do if you spot a venous spider or a Lyme-carrying deer tick. We offer our blog page as a resource for all pest-related problems, with tips to keep you, your family and your property safe.
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Our blog page contains valuable information on pests that are common in our area and what you can do to minimize your risk of pest problems. From dealing with the onslaught of Asian beetles each summer to preventing mice invasions every winter, our pest experts share their knowledge on the best way to fight common pest problems in Minnesota. Stop by our blog page to check out our newest posts or follow us on social media to keep up with the latest pest information from our team at BOGO Pest Control.
