Most people assume roach activity slows down when the weather turns cold. The truth is the opposite. While roaches do slow down outdoors, winter often brings a noticeable increase in activity inside homes, apartments, and commercial buildings. Winter creates ideal indoor conditions for roaches. Warm spaces, steady moisture, and increased food availability make your home […]
Many homeowners assume winter is a “dead zone” for lawn care — but what you do now can have a huge impact on how thick, green, and healthy your grass looks next spring. While growth slows down as temperatures drop, your lawn is still very much alive beneath the surface. Here are a few innovative […]
Why Commercial Pest Control Is Crucial Even in Winter Even though temperatures drop, pest problems don’t disappear. In fact, winter is one of the most active times for rodents, cockroaches, and spiders inside Michigan businesses. Here’s why year-round commercial pest control is essential—and how proactive prevention can save your business time, money, and reputation. 1. […]
5 Signs Your Lawn Needs Aeration & Overseeding This Fall Thinking about prepping your turf for a greener, thicker spring? Here are five telltale signs your lawn is overdue for aeration and overseeding—and why fall is the perfect time to act: 1. Compacted or Hard Soil If water pools after a rain or a screwdriver […]
Surging Pests in 2025: Ants, Moles, and Ticks In 2026, Michigan homeowners faced an unprecedented spike in lawn pest activity. At Four Seasons Exterminating, we’ve responded to more service calls for ants, moles, and ticks this year than in recent years past. These increases are tied to a many factors, but here is what we […]
WINTER PEST CONTROL Many people are not sure if they need pest control in the winter. Is it too cold for pests? Surely, the bugs die when the grass frosts over in the morning. Well, here we attempt to explain why pest control is necessary in the winter, even possibly more so than in the […]
Powderpost Beetles Powderpost beetles are insects of the subfamily Lyctinae, known to be wood-borers and convert wood into a fine, powder-like substance. They generally live in environments where they have access to untreated hardwood-for example, old furniture and structural beams, and particularly in humidly rich environments, which favor their development. The name “powderpost” refers to […]
Big Rapids faces many pest challenges due to its proximity to many wooded and wetland areas. In addition, the beautiful Muskegon River flows through the heart of the city and creates an ideal habitat for various pests. These pests include mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, bees, wasps, termites, and spiders, to name a few. The lush vegetation […]
Spiders There are many spiders in Michigan, the most dangerous being brown recluse and black widow. Their venomous bites can be harmful and deadly to humans. While not deadly, other spiders can be a nuisance with bites and web creation. These bites can lead to allergic reactions, red bumps, and pain. The presence of spiders […]
Termites Termites come in various forms, each with their own preferences. Dampwood termites thrive in moist and damp environments. Drywood termites prefer dry and arid areas. The most common termite in Michigan is the Eastern Subterranean Termite, which thrives in soil and infests wood that has any contract with the ground. The cellulose in organic […]
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