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Here's Why Do-It-Yourself Rodent Control Fails In McKinney Homes

10/15/2020

If you suspect your home has a rodent infestation, there is only one reliable solution guaranteed to work every time, and that is professional rodent control courtesy of Around The Block Pest Control. Our service technicians have been successfully removing rodents from homes for years and would be happy to help you with your infestation.... Read More

5 Easy-To-Spot Signs Your McKinney Home May Have A Bed Bug Problem

9/15/2020

The way we talk about bed bugs today, you might think they are a myth akin to the monster under the bed. Unfortunately, that just isn’t true. Bed bugs can appear in any home, whether or not that home is dirty or messy. In fact, you don’t even need to travel very far to bring bed bugs home to your family.... Read More

Why Are Fire Ants In McKinney So Difficult To Get Rid Of?

8/14/2020

Did you know that ants are one of the most common household pests in the McKinney area? There are several ant species that you might find in the area, and the risks that they pose varies depending on the kind of ant. While many ants are mostly just a nuisance that can contaminate food, some can cause more damage or health risks... Read More

Just How Dangerous Is It To Have Cockroaches In My McKinney Home?

7/15/2020

Identifying Common Area Cockroaches All cockroaches have flat, oval-shaped bodies with six legs and long antennae. This alone should help you to identify any roaches that may be in your home. But there are five different species of cockroaches that you are likely to encounter here in Texas. These species are American cockroaches, brown-banded cockroaches, German cockroaches, Oriental cockroaches, and wood cockroaches. ... Read More

Key Signs Of Termite Activity Around Your McKinney Property & What You Can Do About It

6/19/2020

There are many different kinds of pests that you might find on your McKinney property, and none of them are welcome. While no one wants to deal with a pest infestation, there are some pests that are more of a problem than others. Many pests are mostly a nuisance, but others can pose health risks or cause property damage. One of the most destructive pests in the area is the termite.... Read More

How Much Do You Really Know About Carpenter Ants In McKinney?

5/15/2020

Your home has an ant problem. But this time the ants seem a bit bigger. Are they a different species of ant you haven’t seen before? Are they more dangerous than the ants you are used to seeing? Maybe they are just big and not much of a problem at all.... Read More