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April is National Pest Management Month, led by the Professional Pest Management Alliance to raise awareness about the role pest control plays in protecting our homes, health, and property. It’s a good reminder that pest control isn’t just about comfort, it’s about...

Ames homeowners deal with a wide range of seasonal pests, but bats tend to catch people off guard. You may hear scratching in the attic, notice staining near rooflines, or find droppings that don’t look like anything you’ve seen before. Bats are common in central...

Spring Has Sprung… No Wait, It Hasn’t Why Late Winter Is the Smartest Time for Pest Control in Iowa This year, it feels like February can’t make up its mind.  One week, we’re seeing 60-degree days and melting snow. Next, we’re back below freezing with wind chills that...

Bat, Mole, and Wildlife Questions The Des Moines Home & Garden Show was a great weekend for Bats and Bugs Pest Solutions. We had steady traffic at the booth, but the real value came from the conversations. Homeowners showed up with real concerns about their lawns,...

Part 2: Winter Pests in Iowa – The Ones You Don’t Expect In Part 1, we covered why winter pests move indoors and why mice are the most common cold-weather invaders in Iowa homes. In Part 2, we’re shifting focus to the other winter pests homeowners often overlook:...

Winter Pests in Iowa: What’s Trying to Move In and How to Stop Them When winter settles in across Iowa, it’s not just people who look for warmth. As temperatures drop, outdoor pests begin searching for shelter, food, and water, and homes in Des Moines and Central Iowa...

You may have come across animal droppings around or even in your home. No one likes finding and then trying to identify animal feces.  But to a trained eye, those little clues tell a big story. At Bats and Bugs Pest Solutions, our technicians use the size, shape,...

A homeowner-friendly guide to humane, legal exclusion in Iowa Bats are an important part of Iowa’s ecosystem, and many species have learned to roost in human structures. You don’t need to share your living space with them to be a bat ally, but you can approach removal...

 The 4 Fall Culprits Sneaking Into Iowa Homes (and How to Stop Them) As temperatures drop across Iowa, many homeowners notice new rustling sounds in the attic, scratching in the walls, or droppings where they don’t belong. That’s because fall is the season when...

As fall brings cooler temperatures, wildlife like raccoons, squirrels, and bats may seek shelter closer to homes, causing potential issues. This guide offers essential tips to prevent wildlife intrusions, from securing trash cans and sealing entry points to maintaining a clutter-free yard. With a focus on humane removal and proactive measures, Bats and Bugs Pest Solutions helps you protect your property and enjoy a peaceful autumn season.