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11 Common Bugs That You May Find in Your Home

There are approximately 91, 000 described bugs in the United States, many of which can easily find their way into your home. No matter where you live, you’re bound to come across an insect or two in your residence. Bugs of any kind are disturbing, however, some can be dangerous, destroy your food, and even damage your
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5 Signs of Termites in Your Home

Termites can cause a lot of damage to your well-designed home if you don’t spot them first. The University of Kentucky’s Entomology Department says, “Termites cause billions of dollars in damage each year in the U.S.” Here are some signs of termites to be aware of as fall approaches. Deteriorating Wood Most people don’t notice
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The Most Common Areas German Roaches Hide in Your Kitchen

Understanding the habits and needs of German roaches is key to preventing them from taking up residence in your home. German roaches enjoy hiding, and they often spend 75% of their time in small dark cracks and crevices. Because German roaches are thigmotactic, they enjoy feeling pressure on the surface of the skin. Did you
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Are Praying Mantises Endangered? Is It Illegal to Kill Them?

The praying mantis is undoubtedly one of the most unique and graceful insects in nature. Thanks to that fact and misconceptions that became accepted as fact over time, many children and adults believe that praying mantises are endangered and that it is illegal to kill them. What is the truth about the praying mantis and
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How Many Homes in the United States Suffer from Pests?

The average American home is crawling with pests, even if invisible to the naked eye, our pest experts are on the hunt in Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas! If you, like many other homeowners, suffer from pests, you don’t need to worry! With the help of Brody Brothers Pest Control, you can eliminate and prevent
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3 Ways to Make Your Property Less Attractive to Mosquitoes

Warm weather and summer nights are here, which means that plenty of Marylanders are experiencing a dreaded side effect of time outside in the heat—mosquito bites! Mosquitoes are annoying, invasive and can occasionally carry harmful illnesses. Help cut down on these pesky mosquitoes and help keep your yard pleasant this spring and summer with these
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Defending Your Kitchen: How to Repel Ants this Spring

Why do ants love your kitchen? Ants are scavengers, and there is no better place to search for unattended household scraps than in the kitchen. As long as there is a source, the ants will continue to return. The warm temperatures of springtime are the perfect conditions for ants to explore to feed or house
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We Have an ACE on Our Pest Control Team!

We are excited to announce that Levi Brody of Brody Brothers Pest Control, Inc. was recently certified as a Certified Associate Entomologist by the Entomological Society of America Certification Corporation. Levi Brody has been at the center of our pest control team since our inception, and this impressive certification is recognition of his dedication to
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Should You Be Worried About Termites?

Every spring and fall, we receive calls from countless customers concerned about the chances of termites invading their homes. While there are plenty of factors that determine whether or not termites will take up residence, there are some factors that dramatically increase the likelihood of dealing with a termite problem. Trees Around the Home When
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The Basics of House Hunting with an Eye on Pests

Spring is here, which means plenty of prospective homebuyers are headed to open houses, showings and online listings to find their perfect home. Unfortunately, even new and beautiful homes may have serious pest issues or underlying conditions that attract pest activity. What should you be looking for when buying a home? The Top 6 Things
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