Ticks are tiny arachnids (spider relatives). Because they are so small, they can be hard to spot. However, they can cause big problems. Not only

Houseflies are annoying because of their noise and habit of flying around your head at the most inopportune moments. If you have guests, fly problems

Virginia has 17 species of bats. Thanks to their appetite for insects, including mosquitoes, these flying mammals are beneficial in most places. However, bats are

There’s not much that can ruin a fun time in your backyard faster than a bunch of angry insects buzzing around your head and stinging

It’s a common frustration for homeowners in Virginia: you find ants crawling all over your kitchen, you kill as many as you can see with

Despite their reputation, skunks are rarely aggressive. In the wild, they do not pose problems for people. However, issues can occur when they take up

Mosquito season is between May and October in Northern Virginia. These biting insects are a nuisance, but they can also prove dangerous by carrying diseases

Many species of wildlife live in Virginia and a number of these species have adapted to live in close proximity to humans. Unfortunately, this leads

If you’ve had trouble with pests recently, you’re not alone. Every year, people all over Virginia struggle with pest infestations in their homes. From ants

Wild animals never make for good houseguests and squirrels are a particular nuisance. Drawn by the promise of a warm shelter and ample food, squirrels

Depending on your outlook, squirrels might be annoying nuisances that disrupt your bird-watching by raiding your feeders, or their backyard antics might be a source

Scratches, squeaks and growls coming from the attic. The smell of urine and feces oozing through walls and ceilings. Clawed woodwork, shredded insulation and gnawed