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University of Michigan Library Closes after Venomous Spiders Spotted

  University of Michigan Library Closes after Venomous Spiders Spotted   According to an MLive article , the University of Michigan’s Shapiro Undergraduate Library was temporarily closed after Mediterranean recluse spiders were found in the building. Kim Broekhuizen, the university spokeswoman, said a misunderstanding caused the library to close for two days. The spiders were not in any public spaces; rather, they were seen in the basement storage areas. Spider experts at the University of Michigan-Dearborn and Michigan State University were consulted for proper identification. Pest management is being applied in the areas where the spiders were seen. Recluse spiders tend to retreat and are mostly seen in dark, warm, and dry areas. Native to central Europe, they were introduced by human transport to the United States. It closely resembles the brown recluse spider, which it is commonly mistaken for. In extremely rare cases of bites, loxoscelism can occur, which cau...
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Pest Problems? We Can Help!

Stinging Pests It's summertime and the stinging insects are out in force! Michigan certainly has a great variety of them. How well do you know your stinging insects? Do you know the difference between a bald faced hornet, yellowjacket, and carpenter bee? Do you know which are most aggressive, or how to identify their hives? Stinging insects can be dangerous and should be handled professionally. Give us a call for any and all stinging insect problems--and in the meantime, scroll through our stinging insect page to learn more about Michigan's stinging insects.  Learn more about stinging insects Bat Eviction Process Many people hear scratching in their walls and attic at night during the summer and don't know what it is. If you're hearing scratching sounds at night, it's likely you have a bat problem. Fortunately, Creature Control is fully capable of handling any bat problem. From the initial inspection and diagnosis right on through to the final eviction and repairs,...
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Mosquitoes 101

Summer is finally upon us and the one thing we hate most is here to stay as well…mosquitoes. PCT News sat down with pest management expert to answer a few main questions about mosquito control questions that we all should know during this season. There are an estimated 200 species of mosquitoes in the U.S that differ from area to area and season to season. Frequency and style of treatment will vary depending your area and needs. If these pests are out of control and need help, contact the experts at Creature Control for more information and services for all your inspect pest control needs. We can turn summer nights outdoors enjoyable again.
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House Centipedes: Harmful or Helpful?

There is nothing more disturbing then waking up in the middle of the night to something scurrying over you.  For most of us we instantly get up, squash it, and flush the remains down the toilet making sure to note we need to call Creature Control in the morning.  Well, Michigan State University is reminding people that not all insects you find inside your home are harmful.  House centipedes, although creepy are actually beneficial as they feed on spiders and other small arthropods that enjoy living inside. No matter how beneficial house centipedes can be some of us are unnerved by the presence of these quick little buggers.  Not only do they have 15 legs, they also house to long antennas on their heads, and two long antennae like appendages coming from their bottoms.   If you are one of the many Michigan homeowners that don’t really appreciate the presence of house centipedes there is plenty that our professional pest removal and prevention techs can d...
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How Do I Make My Home Less Desirable for Raccoons?

Are you wondering why your home seems to be a regular hangout for raccoons?  You may be attracting them without even realizing it.  Just like they are portrayed in cartoons, raccoons are smart, sneaky, and peculiar.  Their sweet little masks and ringed tails make this particular nuisance wildlife pest hard to be mad at for getting in your trash.  Let’s face it, raccoons and baby raccoons are downright adorable.  If you start noticing an influx of raccoons around your home, you will want to call in the experts at Creature Control to start putting in place active prevention measurements.  We can help you make your home less desirable for these adorable but less than desirable critters. Raccoons Basic Survival Needs Raccoons are driven by their basic survival needs: shelter, food, and water.  Obviously, our homes create the perfect environment for them to thrive.  They are insane climbers that can easily scale the side of the house, venture over ...
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