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In Missouri, we're lucky that our bugs and spiders aren't as giant as some of their worldly counterparts. At the best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks , we're glad we don't have to deal with some of the monster-sized insects found all over the world. Best Pest Control has put together this list of world record sized bugs to remind you that thanks to preventive pest control at the Lake of the Ozarks, you will hopefully never see bugs this big. Giant Weta The giant weta is one of the world's largest insects and resembles an overgrown cricket/cockroach hybrid. This insect is relatively harmless and is rarely found outside it's incredibly isolated island home. They can weigh as much as 2.5 oz and are as long as 4 inches, making it the heaviest known insect in the world. Tarantula Hawk  This hand sized horror is the state insect of New Mexico and comes by its name honestly - it eats tarantulas. Their stingers can be as long as 1/3 of an i...

With a large body of water and large tracts of forest scattered throughout the area, the Lake of the Ozarks offers a beautiful environment for deer to thrive in. Unfortunately for homeowners, that means this pest may find its way onto your property, tearing up your yard! Rest assured, the Lake of the Ozarks' most trusted pest control company can help prevent deer from rummaging through and destroying your property. Take a look at these tricks to keep deer from running around in your yard! Disguise your yard's "scent" and the deer won't notice your yard! Most deer rely heavily on scent to find their food. Yards that brush up to treelines and have a variety of grasses are prime targets for curious deer. Try hanging some fabric softener in a sock and tying it to the trees around your yard to throw off any deer that are looking for a quick snack. If you have a dog that sheds, collect some of their excess hair and spread it along the outside edge of your yard. Dee...

Pests seem to get into everything once they get in the house. The  Lake of the Ozarks' most trusted pest control company  has seen pests in places you'd never think to look! Thankfully, we've found some essential oils that not only repel these pests but smell incredible as well. This leaves your home smelling fantastic while also keeping those pests away. Let's look at some of these essential oils and herbs to see how we can use them to fight back against pests! Peppermint Oil Spiders do not like the smell of peppermint. Dilute some peppermint oil and vinegar with some water and spray it in areas that spiders may visit (like corners and under stairs) for a fresh, clean and spider free zone! Lavender Lavender releases a smell that often brings about a sense of calm and peaceful relaxation - for humans that is. Lavender is perfect for keeping cabinets and drawers bug-free. It can be used in an atomizer or misted around a room to prevent pests from inv...

The Lake of the Ozarks' most trusted pest control company has heard just about every phrase related to bugs. In the second half of our two-part series, Best Pest Control brings you 4 more bug idioms used in day to day speech. Check out what we found! Rat Race 1. A rat race is an endless, self-defeating, or pointless pursuit. It conjures up the image of the futile efforts of a lab rat trying to escape while running around a maze or in a wheel. Possible Origin The first known usage of rat race comes in the late 1930's, describing the work/life balance of individuals and cities like rats in a maze; everyone struggling to survive and get to the end or the dream, but ultimately, accomplishing nothing meaningful. Bug Off  1. To cease bothering [someone]. Hey, bug off! Your comments are annoying. I wish you would bug off! 2. Get out! Go away! (Usually Bug off!) Bug off! Get out of my sight! Bug off and leave me alone! Possible Origin As with b...

Do you own or know someone who owns a restaurant? Then you know how important a clean and well-kept restaurant can be for a successful business. Unfortunately, restaurants are prime targets for pests. Using a professional pest control company will keep your restaurant pest-free, so you or your friends can continue on with business without worrying about a bug or rodent problem. Let's look at some reasons why bugs and rodents may be a problem to restaurants and how the best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks can help eradicate them from the property. Abundance of Food Restaurants, by nature, have food in storage to prepare for customers. Pests see stored food as the perfect place to settle in - easy food, easy home! Restaurants can minimize pest invasions by practicing good cleaning habits, and keeping food spillage to a minimum. Unlike at your home, restaurants serve large quantities of food for long periods of time. Customers or servers may accidently drop foo...

Bugs and pests don't just invade our homes, they enter our speech as well! We have several phrases in the English language that reflect our relationship with insects. The most trusted pest control company in Mid-Missouri  may eliminate bugs, but bug phrases seem to still linger in our vocabulary. You may have used one of these idioms before, but you may not be entirely sure where it came from. We've chosen 3 of our favorite pest related idioms and looked up their history! Crazy as a Bed Bug To act insane or crazy; to not make any sense. Possible History and Origin Bed bugs are known to infest sheets and linens surrounding a bed. People in the past believed that these bugs originated from the ground, so they surrounded their beds with pots of water in vain attempts to prevent being bitten by bed bugs. Unfortunately, the bugs climbed to the ceiling and fell onto the bed to avoid the water. This crazy bed bug behavior is where the phrase started. How it became a...

Sometimes you may have a pest problem and not even know it. One of those hidden pest problems may be bed bugs. Too often these insects remain hidden, leaving you and your family at risk.  Lake of the Ozarks' best pest control company is ready to treat your bed bug problem, but how can you tell if you have an issue?  Best Pest Control has put together this list of things to help you determine if you have a bed bug problem. How to Check for Bed Bugs. Bed bug bites are often misattributed to fleas, spiders and mosquitoes. The best way to check for bed bugs is to examine your bed and furniture. You'll want to look for small specks of blood, especially near seams and crevices.  Bed bugs use pheromones to communicate with each other. Therefore, i f you can smell a sweet and musty odor, you may have an infestation.  Identifying the Bite. Bedbugs and fleas leave similar bites, but there's one main difference.  Fleas bite in random places, meaning ...