4 Key Pest Control Tips for Homeowners

25 May 2022 in Ants, Pests, Rodents

Pests can be a nuisance for homeowners. They can cause damage to your home, spread disease, and contaminate your food. It is essential to take pest control seriously and use […]

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Why Do Pests Come Out After It Rains?

2 May 2022 in FAQ, Moisture

Depending on where you live, you’ve probably noticed that after a large rainstorm, all kinds of bugs seem to come out of hiding. But have you ever wondered what it […]

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4 Natural Remedies for Bug Stings

1 May 2022 in Bees, Mosquitoes

Whether it’s mosquitoes, bees, wasps, or any other type of flying insect, bug bites and stings can ruin a good time real quick. Not to mention, they can also be […]

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10 Plants That Repel Pests

9 Mar 2022 in Pests

Ah, spring. Warmer weather brings fresh blooms, comfortable temperatures, and new mosquitoes. Unfortunately, only two of those things are positive. When the last freeze passes, pests of all kinds will […]

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The 3 Spookiest Spiders in Virginia

16 Nov 2021 in Spiders

Virginia is home to 13 spider species, and each of them is creepy if you suffer from arachnophobia. There are even a few spiders so spooky that they can scare […]

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Largest Swarm of Cicadas to Surface in 2021

9 Apr 2021 in Pests

Love them or hate them, we can’t avoid them. The largest brood of cicadas is set to emerge from their 17-year slumber this May. According to experts, there could be […]

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Do Termites Decrease the Value of Your Home?

11 Jan 2021 in Termites

Termite damage can cost thousands of dollars to repair and can even affect the resell value of your home. But why do termites chew through wood and other important areas […]

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4 Signs of Bed Bugs

28 Sep 2020 in Bed Bugs

Bed bugs are disgusting. They are a pest that causes itching, soreness at their bite sites, and extreme annoyance. And they’re hard to spot. Bed bugs are nocturnal, so good […]

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Are Spiders As Dangerous As We Think?

20 Sep 2020 in Spiders

Spiders have gotten a bad rep because of creepy crawlies, eight-legged freaks, nightmare fuel, or whatever you call them. Despite our fear of spiders, we need to sit down and […]

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Your Guide to Rat Species

1 Jan 2019 in Rodents

Rats are every homeowner’s nightmare. In our service of the Richmond, Virginia area, Accel Pest and Termite Control has helped many homeowners through preventative maintenance to deter rodents as well […]

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