Why Pests Move Indoors More in December – Even in the Desert
December in the Coachella Valley may not bring snowstorms or freezing temperatures, but the shift into cooler nights is enough to trigger a major change in pest behavior. Ants, cockroaches, spiders, and even rodents begin migrating indoors this time of year, searching...
Why Thanksgiving Cooking Attracts More Kitchen Pests
Thanksgiving week brings family, food, and warm holiday gatherings — but here in the Coachella Valley, it can also bring an unexpected problem: an uptick in kitchen pests. When ovens are running for hours, doors open repeatedly, and ingredients are scattered across...
Keep Your Coachella Valley Property Pest-Free All Year
In the heart of California’s desert region, keeping your home or business pest-free requires more than a quick spray and a wish. The Coachella Valley’s warm climate, lush landscaping, and unique soil conditions create the perfect environment for ants, termites,...
Fall Invaders: The Top 5 Pests Looking for Shelter in Your Home Right Now
Fall in the Coachella Valley means cooler evenings, shorter days, and—unfortunately—an open invitation for fall invaders. As temperatures drop, bugs and rodents look for warmth, food, and water. And for many of them, your home is the perfect place to spend the season....
Rats in the Rafters: Why Rodents Invade Desert Homes in the Fall
As desert nights grow cooler, rats and mice begin searching for warmth — and too often, they find it in your attic. In the Coachella Valley, fall is prime time for rodent infestations. Unlike cold-climate rodents that burrow underground, desert rats and mice prefer...
The Fall Pest Checklist: 7 Things to Do Before Temperatures Drop
Fall in the Coachella Valley may not bring snow or freezing temperatures, but the cooler nights are enough to send pests searching for warmth — often inside your home. Ants, cockroaches, spiders, and even rodents start looking for shelter and steady food sources as...
Can Cockroaches Really Live Without Their Heads?
If you’ve ever heard someone say, “Cockroaches can live for weeks without their heads,” you might have wondered — is that really true, or just another creepy urban legend? It turns out, this myth has some truth behind it. Cockroaches are among the most resilient...
5 DIY Ant and Cockroach Remedies That Don’t Actually Work
We’ve all been there — you see a trail of ants on the counter or a cockroach dart across the floor, and your first thought is to head online for a quick DIY fix. From vinegar sprays to coffee grounds, the internet is full of “guaranteed” pest control hacks. But here’s...
Ants vs Cockroaches: Which Pest Is Worse in the Coachella Valley?
If there’s one thing Coachella Valley homeowners can agree on, it’s that no one wants ants or cockroaches inside their home. Both pests are common across our desert communities — and both can quickly turn a small problem into a big headache. But when it comes to ants...
Flying Ants vs Termites: How to Tell the Difference
Every spring and summer, homeowners across the Coachella Valley, Inland Empire, and Morongo Basin ask the same question: flying ants vs termites — how can you tell the difference? Both pests swarm during warm months, both have wings, and at first glance, they look...