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Clover Mites on Your Windowsills, Again? Here’s What They Are and How We Treat Them

by Darian Campbell | Mar 5, 2026 | Pests, Tips & Tricks

Clover Mites on Your Windowsills? Here’s What They Are and How We Treat Them If you’ve noticed tiny red bugs crawling across your windowsills, siding, or walls, you’re probably dealing with clover mites. These tiny pests commonly appear around homes in early spring...
Why You’re Seeing Boxelder Bugs on Warm Winter Days in Iowa

Why You’re Seeing Boxelder Bugs on Warm Winter Days in Iowa

by Darian Campbell | Feb 12, 2026 | Pests, Tips & Tricks

Iowa homeowners are often caught off guard when insects suddenly appear inside their home during a warm stretch in late winter. One of the most common culprits this time of year is boxelder bugs. If you’ve noticed black-and-orange bugs crawling out of walls, windows,...
Why Mice Are Still a Problem in February in Iowa Homes

Why Mice Are Still a Problem in February in Iowa Homes

by Darian Campbell | Feb 4, 2026 | Pests, Tips & Tricks

Iowa homeowners are often surprised when they hear scratching in the walls or spot mice droppings in February. After all, winter is supposed to slow pests down, right? In reality, February is one of the most common times for mouse problems to become noticeable,...
Spring Emergence: Understanding and Controlling Asian Lady Beetles in Homes

Spring Emergence: Understanding and Controlling Asian Lady Beetles in Homes

by Darian Campbell | Feb 21, 2024 | Pests, Tips & Tricks

As winter gives way to spring, homeowners may notice the return of Asian lady beetles, Harmonia axyridis, emerging from their overwintering spots within homes. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the reasons behind their early spring appearance and provide...

Tick Awareness: Stay Safe this Summer with The Bug Man

by Darian Campbell | Aug 6, 2023 | Pests, Tips & Tricks

Introduction: As the warm weather approaches in Iowa, families look forward to spending time outdoors, enjoying nature and the great outdoors. However, with the summer comes the increased presence of ticks, tiny parasites that can threaten humans and pets. To ensure a...

10 Tips on How to Get Rid of Pests This Spring

by Darian Campbell | Mar 20, 2022 | Tips & Tricks

With the warmer weather, we start to see more pesky bugs. No one wants spiders crawling around in their home or a swarm of flies buzzing around their food. Here are ten tips on how to get rid of pests this spring and summer.   Step 1: Practice prevention The most...
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