Carpenter ant droppings look like coarse, shredded sawdust mixed with bits of dead insects. Termite droppings look like tiny, hard pellets that are all the same size, a lot like…
To seal entry points for mice, find every gap about 1/4 inch or wider, then close it with a material mice can't chew through. Pack small holes tight with copper…
Bleach kills bed bugs, but only the ones it actually touches. Spray a bed bug directly, and it dies in seconds. Spray your mattress and the eggs tucked into the…
This guide explains how to identify rat poop vs mouse poop, what each one says about the infestation, and This guide explains how to identify rat poop vs mouse poop,…
Termite bait stations are small, in-ground devices placed around a home's perimeter. They use slow-acting bait to wipe out an entire colony, not just the termites that wander into it.…
Most spiders crawling across your Woodlands lawn are grass spiders, wolf spiders, or orb-weavers. None of the three pose a real threat to people or pets. At Grand Slam Pest…
If you spot something black and yellow buzzing near your eaves or your kids' play area, the species matters more than you might think. Hornets and yellow jackets look similar,…
A rat's nest looks like a loosely packed ball of shredded materials: torn insulation, cardboard, fabric scraps, and food wrappers wadded together in a hidden corner. If you found something…
Texas summers are tough on homeowners. Once temperatures climb into the 90s, mosquitoes, fire ants, termites, and stinging insects go into overdrive. At Grand Slam Pest Control, we treat these…
Mosquitoes are attracted to standing water, body heat, carbon dioxide, shaded vegetation, and certain body scents. If your yard seems to draw more mosquitoes than your neighbor's, one or more…
This guide breaks down exactly what a fire ant will usually look like, how to tell it apart from the others crawling around your yard, and what to do if…
If you have been spending time in your backyard near The Woodlands, Spring, or Conroe lately, there is a good chance you have noticed some stinging insects making themselves at…
A cockroach infestation rarely announces itself with a single roach in plain sight. By the time you see one running across your kitchen floor at night, there are almost certainly…
You hear something skittering in the attic late at night. Then, you find a small hole chewed through the back of a cabinet. You notice droppings near the water heater.…
When it comes to DIY termite control, these efforts almost never solve the problem fully. Understanding the local behavior and biology of termites is the first step in ensuring your…
Fire ants are one of the most aggressive and persistent pests Texas homeowners have to get rid of. In areas like The Woodlands and surrounding communities, fire ant mounds can…
This guide explains how mosquito control works for commercial properties, why one-time treatments are rarely effective, and when professional service makes the most sense for long-term control. Mosquitoes are a…
Bed bugs spread fast, especially in Texas, where it's warm and humid. Most homeowners do not see the bugs first. They see small changes in bedding, bites, or movement around…
This guide from Grand Slam Pest Control explains the most effective ways to prevent termites, what attracts them, and when to call for help. Texas homeowners know that few pests…
If you’ve spotted a brown spider in your Texas home lately, you’re not alone. The warm, humid climate around Texas makes spiders active nearly year-round. Most are harmless unless provoked,…
Mosquitoes don’t just nest in the woods or swampy lakes. Many of them are born right in your backyard. Once you know where they nest and breed, you can stop…
Fire ants in your yard or home are more than just a nuisance to get rid of. They sting aggressively, damage lawns, and put kids, pets, and even adults at…
Termites cause more damage to homes in Texas than almost anywhere else in the country. They don’t just show up during a certain season, and they’re not always easy to…
Fire ants are more than just a painful nuisance. When an ant colony makes their way into your house and begin a full-blown infestation, they can sting, swarm, and damage…