Hill Country pest guides
Straight talk on the pests we deal with around the Highland Lakes, from scorpions and fire ants to termites and mosquitoes, plus what you can do at home and when it pays to call us in.
Ants
How to Get Rid of Ants in Central Texas
Texas has more ant species than most states, and the Hill Country gets a solid mix of them. Fire ants, carpenter ants, rover ants, and odorous house ants all show up around Kingsland and Marble Falls and each needs a different approach.
Read articleWhy Fire Ants Take Over Central Texas Yards
Red imported fire ants love Central Texas heat, sun, and disturbed soil, and they spread faster than spot-treating can keep up with. Here is why, and what actually works.
Read articleMosquitoes
Mosquito Control Tips for Lakeside Properties
A lakeside yard is a mosquito magnet, but the lake usually is not the source. Drain the small standing water, treat the shady resting spots, and a regular program does the rest.
Read articleMosquito Dunks vs. Professional Mosquito Treatment: Which One Do You Actually Need?
Mosquito dunks are a useful tool but a limited one. If standing water is the only mosquito source on your property, they may be enough. If mosquitoes are coming in from surrounding vegetation, you need more.
Read articleTermites
Signs of Termites in Highland Lakes Homes
Subterranean termites do their damage out of sight. Mud tubes, a spring swarm, hollow wood, and sticking doors are the early tells worth knowing in a Highland Lakes home.
Read articleSubterranean Termite Treatment: What to Expect From Start to Finish
Termite treatment is not one-size-fits-all. Knowing the difference between liquid barrier and bait systems, what the prep looks like, and what the warranty covers helps you make a better decision before you sign anything.
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