Nothing is more natural during the summer than kids playing outdoors. But there are a few common pests that can get in the way of that fun.Here are a few common pests that can be aggravations to you and your kids this summer:

• Fire ants. These are the most dangerous ants you’ll find in your lawn. They deliver painful stings, which can cause serious allergic reactions, including anaphylactic shock, in some people. In addition to attacking people, fire ants can also sting your pets.  Be sure to teach your kids not to disturb fire ants or their mounds and have a professional take care of the problem.
• Fleas. In our warm environment, fleas can develop from egg to adult in just 2 weeks. Plus, it’s possible for 10 adult fleas to produce over 250,000 offspring in just a month! While fleas are most often found on animals, they will also jump on humans for a blood meal. In addition to causing itching and discomfort, fleas have also been known to transmit diseases like plague, typhus and tapeworm.
• Mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are more than a summer annoyance;they can also carry harmful diseases. This potential danger makes it important to effectively treat the areas where mosquitoes live and breed, including dense foliage and standing water. To help keep mosquitoes away, be sure to replace all standing water, wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants if going out at dusk or dawn. If you can’t avoid being in mosquito-infested areas, use insect repellent containing DEET on exposed skin.

Pests don’t have to spoil your family’s fun this summer. To keep them under control – guaranteed – contact Massey Services for a free,detailed pest inspection.

This is the time of year when fleas become a lot more active and noticeable. In the southeastern states, fleas can develop from an egg to an adult in just 2 weeks! That’s when they start looking for a blood meal – like you or your pet.

To keep fleas out, you should thoroughly clean your premises and arrange for pet treatments. If your home is going to be treated for fleas,make sure you remove toys and objects from the floor, and then vacuum all areas, especially areas around baseboards and the dark areas under cushions and chair pads near pet rest areas. Be sure to mow your lawn before outdoor treatments. If you’re having trouble controlling fleas in and around your home,contact Massey Services for a free, detailed inspection today.

This is the time of year when fleas become a lot more active and noticeable. In the southeastern states, fleas can develop from an egg to an adult in just 2 weeks! That’s when they start looking for a blood meal – like you or your pet.

To keep fleas out, you should thoroughly clean your premises and arrange for pet treatments. If your home is going to be treated for fleas,make sure you remove toys and objects from the floor, and then vacuum all areas, especially areas around baseboards and the dark areas under cushions and chair pads near pet rest areas. Be sure to mow your lawn before outdoor treatments. If you’re having trouble controlling fleas in and around your home,contact Massey Services for a free, detailed inspection today.

Fire ants are abundant in the Southeast, where the hot, dry soil and rainy seasons provide everything necessary for them to thrive. Fire ants often set up colonies right next to building structures, with mounds that can reach up to 24″ high. They often get inside your home to forage for food.

Unlike other nuisance insects though, fire ants can pose a hazard because of their painful stings. The venom injected during stinging can be extremely dangerous to certain people, causing serious allergic reactions,including anaphylactic shock. When you see sand mounds developing, contactMassey Services. We’ll provide a thorough, free inspection and a plan to keep fire ants, plus other pests, out of your home.