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Liquid Fire in the Mulch Bed: The Rise of the Asian Needle Ant
If you live in the Southeast, you are likely already familiar with the annual battle against backyard ants. You watch out for towering fire ant mounds to protect your kids and pets from itchy ankles. But this spring, a new, much more stealthy invader is making headlines—and it’s one you absolutely need to know about […]
Worse Than Fire Ants? Meet the Asian Needle Ant
Think fire ants are the worst thing hiding in your backyard? Think again. In this episode of the Peskies Pest Control Podcast, Travis introduces a stealthy new invader that’s rapidly expanding across the Southeast: the Asian Needle Ant. Unlike common yard pests, these tiny, orange-legged insects don’t build massive mounds—instead, they lurk quietly in mulch […]
The Alabama Spring Guide to Termite Swarms
Welcome back to another episode of the Peskies Pest Control Podcast, your go-to guide for keeping your Alabama home safe and bug-free! In this episode, host Travis McGowin dives deep into a phenomenon every Alabamian knows all too well: the dreaded spring termite swarm. Picture a beautiful afternoon right after a rainstorm, only you look […]
Hantavirus: What You Need to Know!
Welcome back to the Peskies Pest Control Podcast, where we look beyond the common household nuisance to discuss the serious health risks associated with local wildlife. In this episode, Travis dives into the recent headlines surrounding the MV Hondius cruise ship outbreak to explore the realities of Hantavirus—a severe respiratory disease with a staggering 40% […]
Tick Talk: Prevention, Protection, and Professional Treatment
As summer temperatures hit a sunny 72°F, outdoor enthusiasts are hitting the trails to hike and bike. However, this beautiful weather also brings the rise of a dangerous parasitic creature: the Asian longhorned tick. In this episode of the Peskies Pest Control Podcast, Michael Wienecke discusses how these self-sufficient pests can breed without a mate […]
When “Rats” Turn Into Something Much Bigger: A Raccoon Removal Story
Dealing with bumps in the night is stressful for any homeowner, but for one of our elderly clients, it became a genuine safety concern. What started as a suspected “rat problem” quickly escalated into a high-stakes wildlife removal situation. Here is the breakdown of how we handled a stubborn raccoon and why you should never […]
Attic Invaders: How Raccoons Exploit Your Home
Welcome to another episode of the Peskies Pest Control Podcast! In today’s episode, Michael Wienecke and Travis McGowin peel back the mask on one of nature’s most clever “bandits”: the raccoon. While these “trash pandas” might look cute from a distance, the duo discusses the gritty reality of dealing with them, from their human-like dexterity […]
Identifying and Managing Carpenter Ant Infestations
In this episode of the Peskies Pest Control Podcast, Travis McGowin and Michael Wienecke dive deep into the world of carpenter ants, the “other” wood-destroying insect that can cause significant, often undetected damage to a home. The team discusses how these pests differ from termites, highlighting their tendency to gnaw on wood for nesting rather […]
Eviction Notice: The Logistics of Squirrel Trapping
In this episode of the Peskies Pest Control Podcast, Michael Wienecke and Travis McGowin dive into the seasonal “explosion” of squirrel activity and the havoc these bold climbers wreak on local homes. From chewing through electrical wiring—which can lead to dangerous structure fires—to tearing into gable vents and rooflines, the team discusses the serious risks […]
Trapped! A Live Look at Squirrel Removal and Prevention
Squirrels may look cute from a distance, but when they decide your attic is their new home, they become destructive pests. In our latest live field inspection, Michael Wienecke took us on a tour of a Birmingham-area property where we successfully trapped a persistent squirrel. Along with Travis McGowin, we discussed how these rodents get […]
