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What You Need to Know About Tropical Bed Bugs

11/16/2016

"Good night, sleep tight
Don't let the bedbugs bite.
But if they do, then take your shoe and
Hit them till they're black and blue."

Ahh, the frightening imagery that was put into our heads right before going to bed as kids. Bedbugs ranked up there with the Boogie Man, Vampires, and other creature that "Go Bump in the Night." These pests are definitely one of the things nightmares are made of. However, unlike the vampires, bedbugs can and will really bite, and unfortunately, there's not much your shoe can do.

The most common type of bedbug is the Cimex lectularius. These guys are nasty enough, but recently there have been reports of the return of the Tropical Bed Bug in Florida. This species of bedbug hasn't been reported in over 60 years, and there is a fear it could be making a come back.

What's the big deal? A Bedbug is a Bedbug...Right?
It's true, these bugs behave in a very similar fashion to the Common Bedbug; however, the Tropical Bedbug will be more prevalent in Southern states due to the overall warmer climate if they begin to spread.
The spreading of this particular species is the scary part. Previous research on the tropical bedbug shows that they tend to spread much more rapidly than the common bedbug.
What this means is that a Tropical Bedbug infestation will colonize faster, reproduce faster, and become a huge pain to control faster.

Can These Guys Get to Me? I'm Not in Florida
Bedbugs like to travel with their host. Being that Charleston is one of THE most traveled to destinations in the Southeast, the spread of Tropical Bedbugs is a major possibility.

What to Do if you Fear an Infestation?
Call the professionals. We will come out and complete a free inspection. Our technicians are trained in practices that work to eradicate a bedbug infestation in your home. The sooner you take control, the better.

Call Champion Today
843-860-4791

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Is the Cold Finally Here?

11/15/2016

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Oh the Glorious Chill of Winter!
It's that time of year when it's time to pack away the mosquito machine and sit back and relax with a cup of hot cocoa.
There's No need to Fear! Winter Chill is Here!

Not so fast...

Did you know that your home is still vulnerable to infestations in the winter months as well? And... it's Charleston. Those mosquitoes are never gone for long.
Here are a few things you may not have considered:

Pests like warmth--your home is warm; therefore, your home is a haven for pests. These creatures will seek out your warmth, and believe me, they are not chipping in on the electric bill.
It is way harder for you to detect pests during the cold months. If there are pests such as termites in your home, these guys will simply burrow deeper for warmth. Find them now before it gets too cold. Remember, Charleston, SC is an area of extreme high risk for termite infestation, and according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Americans spend more than $1 billion annually to repair property damage caused by Formosan termites.
Staying on top of the game with year-round pest control is a smart and cost effective way to ward off future problems in the spring. What this means is your wallet will thank you for being proactive.

If you suspect any kind of infestation or detect pests trying to catch a break from the cold, Give Us a Call at Champion Pest Management. We'd love to come out and give you a free inspection.
843-860-4791