South Carolina’s Only Woman-Owned Pest Control Company Wins Small Business of...
On July 10, 2018, Spencer Pest Services has officially been named Small Business of the Year by the Greenville-Area South Carolina Small Business Council! As part of a partnership with Clemson...
View ArticleNew Termite Species Comes to South Carolina
Formosan termites confirmed in Lexington, recent evidence discovers. During a routine pest inspection, just last June, Rodney Dorn, an inspector with a pest control company in South Carolina, stumbled...
View ArticleWhy Carpenter Bees Are Still Buzzing Around Greenville
It’s fall here in Greenville, South Carolina, and due to the temperate nature of our state, carpenter bees are still buzzing about. Hives are at full capacity, and bees are flying about preparing their...
View ArticleWhy The End of Summer Can Mean the Beginning of Bed Bug Problems
It’s official, summer is coming to a close, and for students everywhere, the inevitable has become reality. School. The start of the school year can be a big adjustment for parents and for their kids,...
View ArticleWhy Sentricon Stays Effective Even in Hurricane Season
The still-warm temperatures in South Carolina, along with the humidity that Hurricane Florence has brought in, means that termites are apt to resurface. Under these conditions, termites will gladly...
View ArticleHow to Get Rid of Fleas in Your South Carolina Home Permanently
Flea infestation can be among the most frustrating of all pest infestations. If you haven’t experienced flea problems, consider yourself lucky! However, just because you haven’t experienced an...
View ArticleHow French Drains and Sump Pumps Can Eliminate Post-Florence Moisture Problems
With the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, we can expect plenty of moisture problems. These moisture concerns will ultimately lead to plenty of pest problems as well. There are many pests that share...
View ArticleHow Rodents Break Into South Carolina Homes
Let me ask you a question. How hard would it be to break into your home? Really think about it. Now, imagine for a second, that you were shrunk down to the size of a mouse, with the ability to squeeze...
View ArticleAll The Problems Excessive Moisture Brings
Everyone has their own preference when it comes to the climate of their home. Some people enjoy their home a little chilly, while others find more comfort in turning up the heat. Pests are the same...
View ArticleWhy Keeping Gutters Clean is Essential in Fall
When you finally purchase your own home, you are likely to find that there are a lot of little maintenance tasks you had no idea existed back when you were renting. Changing filters, cleaning dryer...
View ArticleFlying Squirrels - Cute and Cuddly or Destructive Pest?
Some wild animals are incredibly cute, but we’d never dream of going near them. Bear or lion cubs come to mind, maybe cheetahs or even baby hippos. However, when it comes to the wild animals that live...
View ArticleHow to Tell If You Have a Rodent Problem
Sometimes when unwanted rodent guests enter our homes it can be difficult to recognize the signs that they are even there. With the constant hustle and bustle of everyday life, worrying about whether...
View ArticleWinter Wildlife Prevention for South Carolina Homes
Winter will soon be upon us here in South Carolina, bringing the season of good cheer as the holidays arrive. Unfortunately, that can mean the arrival of some unwanted guests in your home - and I’m not...
View ArticleThe Problems Fall Nuisance Bugs Bring
It’s finally autumn, the temperatures are cooling down, and suddenly your home becomes an attractive haven for nuisance insects such as box elder bugs, lady bugs, and stink bugs. Harmful? No. Annoying...
View ArticleBed Bug Prevention While Traveling This Holiday Season
Bed bugs are active all year long in upstate South Carolina and northern Georgia. However, they can be more of a problem during the holidays. Many people let their guard down in regards to these pests...
View ArticleHow Rodents Get Into South Carolina Homes Around the Holidays
The holidays are here and bringing good cheer! We’re seeing festive lights, hearing Christmas carols, and doing more shopping. Something else we should be doing more of this holiday season is...
View ArticleWhy Bat Problems Are Best Left to the Professionals
Bats can cause quite a bit of pandemonium for people, especially when inside one’s house! They can definitely be scary. While they may scare people quite a bit, did you know these creatures are...
View ArticleHow to Prevent Squirrels from Getting Into Your Greenville Home
Gray squirrels are becoming more and more common in the Greenville area. With their unique ability to hop, climb, and run while balancing on thin power lines, they have all the necessary skills to gain...
View ArticleKeeping Cockroaches out of Your Kitchen This Holiday Season
Cockroaches don’t belong inside your home. Homeowners should do everything possible to ensure that your home and kitchen stays pest free this holiday season. Cockroach activity usually increases inside...
View ArticleHow to Protect Your Pantry from Stored Product Pests Around the Holidays
Are you noticing beetles in your cupboards? How about worm-like larvae? There are several pests that could potentially be getting into your stored products and taking over your pantry. Here are our...
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