With the recent Polar Vortex sending temperatures plummeting throughout the country, many homeowners are having to deal with frozen pipes. This may not seem like an issue, but frozen pipes are susceptible to bursting. When water freezes inside the pipes, it expands; thus, creating greater pressure. When this pressure reaches a certain point, the pipes …
Have you heard the distinct chirping sound of birds originating from your attic? Some homeowners and families may turn a blind-eye to the presence of birds inside their attic, but these seemingly peaceful creatures can pose a threat to anyone living inside the home. Rodents aren’t the only type of pest known to infiltrate attics; …
Carpenter bees (Xylocopa violacea) pose a real threat to any wooden structure or surface, including your attic. While they typically don’t sting humans, these monstrous bees are known for boring long, complex tunnels in wood. Here, females lay their eggs while males burrow until spring. Allowing an infestation of carpenter bees to take over your …
