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Signs of a Wasp Nest

Residents of Oklahoma are no stranger to a variety of different wasps infiltrating their gardens, barbecues, or outdoor gatherings. Unfortunately, if you are experiencing high numbers of these pests, there is a good chance of a nest nearby. To compound this problem even more, a mature wasp nest could house thousands of individual wasps – each willing to protect…

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Is It a Bee, Wasp, or Hornet?

As the temperatures start to climb, an array of winged insects will begin to make their presence known. While many will often be seen landing on flowers or making an appearance around backyard gatherings, it still might be difficult to quickly determine what types of flying insect you are dealing with.

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What Causes More Damage, Termites, or Carpenter Ants?

Termites and carpenter ants often have a lot in common than many homeowners are aware of. These two wood-destroying pests can cause severe structural damage to a property – making them one of the biggest motivators for pest control calls.

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5 Ways to Keep Ants from Invading Your Home

The spring and summer seasons in Oklahoma are always a time that most residents look forward to. Pools start to open, cookouts become more frequent, and the grass and trees begin to take on the beautiful green hue that the state is well known for.

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Six Steps to Get Rid of Ants

Homeowners that haven’t had to deal with invading ants are among the lucky few in Oklahoma. Unfortunately, even a tiny amount of rain may lead to these pests finding their way indoors and marching around areas you want to keep clean.

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Do I Have Termites or Flying Ants?

Many homeowners are unaware that they have a termite problem until they start seeing swarms of flying insects, although not all flying insects are termites and could be another pesky pest like ants. The experts at Emtec Pest Control are trained to know the differences between termites and flying ants based on a few distinct characteristics.

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Ants Return to Oklahoma

Many Oklahomans are starting to tend to their garden this spring – despite large amounts of rainfall. While this may be great for many plants that are beginning to grow, it is also causing a steep increase in the number of ants looking for new areas to expand their colonies.

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Termite Season Peaks in April

Most homeowners and business owners in Oklahoma know the importance of termite control. While the presence of termite swarms may signify that termite season is reaching its peak,

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Roaches: A Year-Round Problem

For most Oklahomans, cockroaches are among the most reviled and annoying pests that can be found in a home or business. These persistent pests can pose serious health risks as they spread disease and cause allergic reactions the longer roaches are left to conquer new areas.

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