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Controlling Millipedes In and Around Homes

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note discusses the life cycle, habits, and management of millipedes in and around homes and other buildings.

Kudzu Bugs - A Nuisance and Agricultural Pest

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note describes the identification, biology, behavior and control of the kudzu bug.

Termites - Baiting Systems

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Wood-Damaging Pests

This publication explains how termite baits work as an alternative to using conventional liquid treatments to the soil around a building.

Drain Flies

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note describes how to identify and control drain flies, a common nuisance in and around homes and commercial buildings.

A Guide to House-Invading Ants and Their Control

By: Patricia Alder, Michael Waldvogel, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

Ants are probably the most common insect pests that invade our homes and become an extreme nuisance. Controlling ants can be difficult and frustrating at times but will more likely succeed if you have a basic understanding of ant behavior and some specific information about the particular ant species you have infesting your home.

Frequently Asked Questions About Head Lice

By: Sydney Crawley, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Biting and Stinging Pests

This factsheet will review common questions and answers about head lice.

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Fungus Gnats Indoors

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Sydney Crawley, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note provides information on the identification and control of fungus gnats in the household.

Powderpost Beetles and Wood-Inhabiting Fungi

By: Michael Waldvogel, Larry Jahn, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Wood-Damaging Pests

This insect note describes how to identify and control powderpost beetles and wood-attacking fungi.

Scorpions in North Carolina

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, John Vining, Christopher Hayes Biting and Stinging Pests

This factsheet covers the type of scorpions found in North Carolina and measures to take to control them, both indoors and outdoors.

Preparing Your House for Bedbug Treatments

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Biting and Stinging Pests

This Entomology Insect Note discusses the steps to take before a pest management company arrives to treat your home for bedbugs.

Termites - Preventing Problems in Existing Homes

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Wood-Damaging Pests

This publication deals with measures you can take to help prevent problems with termites.

Silverfish and Firebrats

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note describes the biology, behavior and management of silverfish infestations.

Earwigs

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note offers information on how to identify and control earwigs in the household.

Bedbugs - Biology and Control

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Charles Apperson, Christopher Hayes Biting and Stinging Pests

This Entomology Insect Note discusses identifying bedbugs and how to control them in households.

Biology and Control of Human Lice

By: Sydney Crawley, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Biting and Stinging Pests

This Entomology Note discusses the biology and life cycle of human lice, as well as proper treatment strategies for the management of lice infestations.

Springtails

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note discusses the life cycle, habits, and control of springtails in the household.

Booklice

By: Patricia Alder, Michael Waldvogel, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note contains information about booklice, a small household pest that feeds on fungi and mold but does not bite or transmit disease.

Tips on Selecting Pest Control Services

By: Sydney Crawley, Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes

Choosing a pest management professional can be overwhelming, especially when an online search provides an increasing number of options. In this publication, we will provide advice to help you select a reputable pest control company in the event that you should ever need one.

German Cockroach Surveillance and Management

By: Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This factsheet provides an overview of German cockroach management, the do’s and don’ts, and the information needed to consult and hire a professional pest management company

Formosan Termites in North Carolina

By: Patricia Alder, Michael Waldvogel, Christopher Hayes Wood-Damaging Pests

The Formosan subterranean termite is considered to be one of the most destructive termite species in the world today. This publication discusses the biology and control of this pest.