Thompson Brothers Blog

There’s just something about spiders that seems to make almost everyone's skin crawl. Whether it is a general distaste for them or a full-blown phobia, we can all agree we don’t want these eight-legged pests invading our homes. While most of the over 54 species found in the Carolinas aren’t poisonous, spiders of any sort inside your house are still unwelcome guests. If you’re concerned you may have a spider infestation, contact a professional exterminator to take a look. read more

Ever stomp a cockroach in your home and feel like you've solved all your pest problems? Think again. Cockroaches are more complicated and problematic than you may realize. Check out the following unsettling cockroach facts to understand more about why you need a professional exterminating company for these unwelcome home invaders. read more

As you’re hunkering down at home this spring, you may notice some unwanted pests as guests. We’re sharing tips for controlling key areas to address to keep your home bug-free. read more

Even though nearly all spiders are harmless, they are a mostly unwelcome guest in homes. Thompson Brothers provides effective spider control that is safe for your family and pets. read more

When you choose Thompson Brothers, you can count on us to work hard to deliver on our promise. read more

Though it’s not native to North Carolina or even to the U.S., our state is now home to a termite so destructive and problematic, it’s been dubbed the “super termite.” The Formosan subterranean termite (FST), formally Coptotermes formosanus Shiraki, is thought to have been brought to our part of the U.S. from... read more

Despite some of those cool days we had in March, the spring season arrived surprisingly early this year, with a record-warm February in many regions. In fact, across the Southeastern U.S., including in South Carolina and North Carolina, read more

There’s no nice way to say it: termites are a big, big problem. These hungry bugs cause American homeowners and businesses several billion dollars’ worth of damages each year. And they don’t just do damage in warm months—termites are a problem all year. ... read more

If you’ve ever been creeped out by the idea of bed bugs, you’re not alone. These tiny, blood-sucking parasites are making a comeback—in fact, they’re currently the biggest problem facing the exterminating industry right now. ... read more

Remember last month and those promises you made? Did your New Year’s resolutions include goals to improve your house, save money, or make your life more organized? Winter’s cold days plus those big goals mean that now is the perfect time to spend some energy on home improvement projects. Thompson Brothers... read more