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Common Household Pests in Schererville: Identification and Prevention Keep Your Home Pest-Free with the Right Pest Control Service in Schererville Dealing with household pests can be a nightmare for any homeowner in Schererville. From cockroaches and ants to rodents and termites, pests not only damage your property

Ants Invading Your Home? Here’s How to Get Rid of Them Are ants invading your home, marching into your kitchen, and drawn by even the tiniest crumbs? You’re not alone in your frustration. Identifying how and where ants invade can often be the key to stopping these

Illinois & Indiana’s Worst Summer Pests: Prevention and Control Tips As you gear up for another summer in Illinois and Indiana, you’re likely dreading the return of those pesky invaders: mosquitoes, Japanese beetles, ticks, and more. These pests not only wreak havoc on your garden but also

The Long Game: Maintaining Ant Prevention Strategies Throughout the Year You’ve likely noticed that ant invasions aren’t just a summer nuisance; they can persist throughout the year if you’re not vigilant. By understanding ant behavior and adapting your prevention techniques seasonally, you’ll keep these persistent pests at

Peace of Mind, Year-Round: The Benefits of Regular Pest Control Service Maintaining a regular pest control service can significantly enhance your quality of life by providing a shield against unwanted intruders in your living space. Imagine coming home to a serene environment where pests are kept at

Learn the truth about pest control misconceptions and how your assumptions might be getting in the way of a bug-free home.

Our List of what Pests to Look for in the Spring While you might think that pests are an issue reserved for the warmer summer months, the truth is, springtime can be just as challenging for homeowners. Ants, termites, rodents, spiders, and mosquitoes are all starting to

Don’t Bug Out! Identifying and Eliminating the Top Pest Threats in Illinois Did you know that Illinois ranks among the top states for pest infestations in the United States? Ants, bed bugs, cockroaches, mice, rats, and carpenter ants are some of the 5 most common pests in

Have you found yourself in a war against an invasion of mice and rodents in your home?  It’s a common issue that many homeowners face, but that doesn’t make it any less frustrating. However, before you call in the expensive exterminators, there are several do-it-yourself tactics you

The suburbs of Schererville, IN are a beautiful place to live but they come with one major downside: pests! Whether you’re dealing with ants, spiders, or rodents, having an infestation in your home is not only unpleasant but can be dangerous if left untreated. To make sure

I think spring may have finally made its way to NW Indiana! With temperatures close to 70° this weekend and overnight temps staying above freezing, (finally) the ants and other crawlers are back with a vengeance. Soon the flowers will be blooming and we can get out

October begins my favorite time of year. The crisp weather, beautiful colors, and scent of fall bring a smile to my face. And of course, there is Halloween – my very favorite holiday! Lots of bugs and other creepy crawlies are associated with Halloween and part of

Here at Rapid Pest Solutions, we love Halloween and it’s only two weeks away! What better way for us to celebrate than to list some of the best scary movies that involve BUGS! Here are our picks for the Top 5 Scary Movies Involving Bugs. Let the countdown

BED BUG FAQ Bed bugs are a growing problem. They can affect anyone and are brought in from an outside source. There are a lot of misconceptions about bed bugs and their behaviors. I get asked questions all the time about where they come from, where to

Nobody wants to be the recipient of a sting. Not from a bee, wasp or hornet. The whole experience just screams NOT FUN! Unfortunately if you plan on spending any time outside this summer you put yourself at risk for a possible sting. It’s not as if

February is coming to a close and Spring break is just around the corner. Are you looking for some cool things to do with the kids? Let Rapid Pest Solutions recommend the top four insect-inspired activities that you can check out this Spring. 1. The Field Museum

APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS Everyone knows the old saying, April Showers Bring May Flowers, but there should be a catchy phrase about spring and bugs. Like, Showers Bring The Plants, Warmth Brings The Ants. I’m not a poet so it needs some work. What I’m trying

Tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day and you might be asking yourself, “What does that have to do with bugs?”. Well, I’m going to tell you. Something that we all associate with St. Pat’s is the color green. We may also think of following the rainbow to the

Believe it or not, Spring is just around the corner. Our weather will be warming up and along with that warm weather come the insects. The most common home invader in our area is the Ant. There are several different types of ants but I think we

Ladies, if you’re anything like me your purse is like your lifeline. It’s always with you and holds anything and everything you, your partner, your child or your friends might need. It’s not just about carrying your drivers license, credit cards and keys. We’re talking tissues, band

The weather is changing and Spring is in the air. This is the time for a fresh, clean start. Many people will be ticking items off their Spring Cleaning lists and this is a great time to take some steps to keep the bugs away from your

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. The Chicago River has been dyed green, the grocery stores are stocked up on corned beef and cabbage and your friendly neighborhood bar is probably advertising green beer. They say on St. Patrick’s Day everyone is Irish. I guess

It seems that everyone is talking about the Zika virus. Yes, this is another virus that is spread by mosquitoes and can cause illness and other issues for those that are infected. It sounds scary and with the way it is all over the news, it probably

Not All Bugs Should Be Exterminated Not all bugs are ‘pests‘. There are some that are cute, some that bring back good memories and some that are just downright cool. Today I am going to talk about some of these guys and help us remember that not

The Perfect Low Maintenance Exotic Pet Are you looking for a new pet? Don’t want the typical dog or cat? Then I have an exotic pet for you! Low maintenance and quiet, this pet is perfect for a house or apartment. Meet the Giant Madagascar Hissing Cockroach!!! Now

Seeing one or two of these pests is most likely just the tip of the iceberg! Don’t mistake a small sign as something insignificant. Just because you can’t see it doesn’t mean a larger problem doesn’t exist. Pest problems and infestations can occur behind the scenes. When

TIRED – UNMOTIVATED – LOOKING FOR A PICK ME UP? Sometimes coming back to work after a weekend can be extremely difficult. It’s just hard to get in the swing of things and find your motivation. I feel your pain and I am here to help! This

WHO WOULD YOU WANT ON YOUR TEAM? I have spent quite a bit of time explaining different types of insects, their habits, and how you can protect yourself from them. I thought that maybe it was time to take a break from being so serious and instead,

Diseases Transmitted By Insects Tyvek Safety Wear Most of you know that there is a slight chance of getting sick from a mosquito bite. I think everyone is somewhat familiar with the West Nile Virus. The thing is, that isn’t the only vector borne disease you need

RAPID PEST SOLUTIONS WISHES YOU A HAPPY AND SAFE 4TH OF JULY!!! Declaration of Independence July 4th commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and our independence from Great Britain. It is a national holiday marked by displays of patriotism. Americans celebrate with BBQ’s, parties and

WOOD DESTROYERS Recently we have been inundated with calls about termites. Termites are at their peak of activity in the warm summer months although they do stay active year round. The amount of rain we have had this year really helped to increase the number of termite

CARPENTER ANTS You know those really big, black ants that you see, the kind that look like they could have come from some bad B movie? Well, most likely those are Carpenter Ants. And they are probably the most common invader of homes in our area. While

Nobody wants to be the recipient of a sting. Not from a bee, wasp or hornet. The whole experience just screams NOT FUN! Unfortunately if you plan on spending any time outside this summer you put yourself at risk for a possible sting. It’s not as if

MOSQUITOES Today I am going to talk about mosquitoes. Because we deal with them every summer for our entire lives, we kind of take for granted the fact that they are around. Unfortunately mosquitoes are the biggest danger to humans. More dangerous than sharks, lions and dogs,

STINGING INSECTS It’s that time of year – people will be spending a lot of time outside. BBQ’s, parties, the park and zoo, bike riding, walking, the beach – you name it. All of this time spent participating in outdoor activities puts us at risk of coming

The Pest Control Industry Previously I told the story of how I came to be in pest control. In talking with a co-worker I realized that he too stumbled into the business. And much the same as me, he loves it and wouldn’t want to do anything

WHAT KIND OF BEE IS THAT?! CARPENTER BEES –VS- BUMBLE BEES  You may have noticed some large dark colored bees hovering around outside your home or in your yard. Many people automatically think that these are Bumble Bees. They may in fact be Carpenter Bees and many

HOW TO KEEP PESTS OUT OF YOUR HOME 5 Easy Steps To Keeping Bugs Out Insects can fit through a very small opening in your screen. While it is not possible to keep every single insect and bug out of your home, it is possible to make

Memorial Day Weekend Memorial Day is a time to celebrate and remember our veterans that gave their lives fighting for our country. Rapid Pest Solutions honors all who have served, past and present. Our heroes There are many ways people choose to celebrate the day. There are parades

HOW TO GET RID OF BED BUGS You have determined that yes, you do in fact have bed bugs. Now what? You have a couple of choices. There are two ways to get rid of bed bugs in your home. One is Thermal Remediation, also known as

Do I Have Bed Bugs? How to Spot, Prevent, and Deal With a Bed Bug Infestation We’ve all heard the bedtime rhyme: “Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite.” As children, we probably giggled or rolled our eyes. But as adults, especially today, those

Arachnophobia – the fear of spiders. An estimated 9 million American adults have a fear of spiders. I know I do! Of all the bugs and insects out there, spiders scare me the most by far. Just looking at a picture of a spider causes my anxiety

If ants are such busy creatures, how do they find time to go to all the picnics? The nice weather is finally here and we will be spending more time outside. It seems as if ants are everywhere, even inside our homes! The truth is, the ant

INSIGHTFUL QUOTES ABOUT INSECTS We often take the good things insects do for granted. They offer insights into aging and lifespan, we study their navigational abilities and they provide pollination, food to other animals and birds, control weeds and recycle waste. Read on for some funny, beautiful

It seems that people debate this a lot. Well, maybe not this exact question….but it is often said that cockroaches would be the only thing to survive a nuclear war. They will ‘inherit the earth’, as they say. This idea may not be far off. Cockroaches have

Rapid Pest Solutions now has a YouTube channel. We will be using this channel to provide you with how-to information, pest identification, entertainment and more. We have posted our intro video and you can check it out here visit here. Send us your feedback. Comment on what

The World Health Organization has named April 7, 2014 as World Health Day. This years message is about the risk of vector-borne diseases. A vector-borne disease is an infection that is transmitted to humans and animals though blood feeding arthropods. These include mosquitoes, ticks and fleas. It

Rats are very smart creatures. Check out the link below to see some pet rats doing tricks. Tricks that many would consider more for your dog than a rodent. Amazing!   🙂

MARCH 16 – 22 IS TERMITE AWARENESS WEEK Termites can cause significant damage to buildings and wood furnishings. It is estimated that they cause $5 billion in damage each year!!! There are different types of termites but the ones that we will deal with in this area

Winter has been especially brutal for us this year published here. We have had record breaking low temperatures as well as record snow! As we all look forward to spring you may be thinking that something good could come from this horrible winter. Bad winter weather means

Happy Fat Tuesday! When we hear the words “Mardi Gras” i