Here at Mitchell Pest Services, we don't just treat for insects, rodents and wildlife, we blog about them too! Catch up on our latest blog posts or search through older posts to learn more about the pests that call Virginia (and possibly your home) their home.
Termites are ruthless. Few homeowners need to be reminded that termites present the greatest threat to their property. Even property inspections search for signs of termites before evaluating the property’s value. Unfortunately, few homeowners take the active necessary steps to protety their property before it is too late. Thousands of…
Mosquitoes are one of the worsts pests to have around your home. They also are carriers of countless diseases, making them a danger to your family and your pets. However, keeping your home mosquito free is far from easy. As pest control experts, we know how difficult this process can…
Ants are the hardest working insect in the insect world. That’s why when they invade your home, there is very little you can do to reverse the trend. At Mitchel Pest Services, we strive to keep pests at bay, regardless of what kind they might be. However, ant extermination is…
Pest invasions are costly and stressful. The problem is, by the time you notice that you have an insect or rodent moving around your home, it could be too late. One pest often means many more. As a pest control service, the Mitchel Pest team strives to keep our client's…
Bed bugs—every home owner and business owner dreads hearing those words. These nasty, parasitic, and uncomfortable little bugs are a force to be reckoned with—and certainly not something you should deal with on your own. The problem is, it can be difficult to know you have bed bugs. To an…
Are you in need of a pest control service? If so, you’re far from alone. Pest control is about more than keeping critters out of your home, it’s also about the health, comfort, and safety of your family. From the Zika virus to termite damage, there is a good reason…
What do you do in your kitchen? For some, their kitchen in Richmond is a place where family moments happen. It is where your daughter learns to bake her first cake and your son discovers the joy of cooking marshmallows on the stove. Kitchens are for congregating. So, it makes…
Are you aware of the coming mouse invasion? No, you didn't miss anything. There was no news story and no recent event that is going to cause mice to start invading homes. This isn't something new that is about to happen. It happens every single year. When temperatures drop, mice…
One of the biggest dangers to you and your home could be living right under your own roof. That's right, termites cost American home and business owners over $5 billion annually and have even caused entire buildings to collapse. Did you know that most insurance companies in Richmond and other…
The American Dream has always included owning a beautiful white picket fence. While renting is sometimes the more practical approach, there is just something special about being able to call the place you live your very own. There are so many things one can do when they own their home…remodel,…