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More and more homeowners are installing bat boxes in Virginia in an effort to reduce biting mosquitoes. But before you go either buy or build a bat box and take the time to install it, here is how well you can expect a bat box to work for mosquito control and the related risks you need to be aware of.

Termites are fascinating insects. Whether you want to get to know more about the wood destroying insects that threaten your home or have a general interest in how termites live and act, here are 10 interesting facts about these bugs that make them both more interesting and frightening

Most homeowners expect to find bugs or rodents in their home when they see one crawling across the floor. But not every infestation is going to leave visual signs. Instead, some bugs produce a smell that can clue you in that you have an infestation. If you have noticed an unexplainable odor around your home, pests might be to blame. Here are some of the most common odor-causing pests in Northern Virginia and what odors they release.

Many bug species have a reputation for extremely short lifespans. The average housefly lives about a month. Male mosquitoes and ants, which exist only to mate with females of the species, may only live for a week or two. But some insects can live for years. Which bugs are the longest living?

When you are not seeing pests every day in your home, you may assume that you are not sharing the space with bugs. Unfortunately, this probably is not the case, especially if you are not already getting regular pest control at your home.