Thompson Brothers Blog

When you’re heading out of town on a trip, worrying about staying somewhere with bed bugs is, understandably, the last thing on your mind. Follow the steps in this blog to ensure a pest-free vacation. read more

Bed bugs are a pest problem no one wants to ever face. Luckily, our professionals at Thompson Brothers are trained to get rid of bed bugs. The process of a complete bed bug treatment can be extensive, so we’ve broken down the basic steps for you in this blog. read more

Don’t let the threat of stinging, biting, or itching deter you from enjoying the outdoors this season: there are several ways to keep summer's unwanted guests away from your fun! read more

Most home owners know the importance of pest control. Whether you’ve had to address termite damage, been surprised by a cockroach invasion, or have learned from experience that it’s best to treat regularly before bugs get in, you probably know the benefits and reasons for quality, professional pest control and... read more

While our pest control methods are environmentally safe, some people like to use even more natural methods to stop pest problems before they start. Organic pest control, which most people can do at home, uses nature’s best resources to reduce pests around your home without the use of any chemicals. ... read more

As temperatures drop and days and nights get cooler, we all tend to spend more time indoors. Unfortunately, the same goes for outdoor pests. As winter approaches, you may notice that mice, roaches, and other unwelcome pests start moving into your home. How can you keep these unwanted roommates from cozying up with... read more

Have you always heard that mice prefer cheese? When baiting a trap, do you first use cheese? Although many people believe this, the truth is that mice prefer chocolate, peanut butter, or bacon. Mice are not picky eaters though. They like to nibble on any food source available to them throughout the day. ... read more

South Carolina and North Carolina have had a few crazy years of weather—everything from record-setting drought to record-setting floods. Among all the other problems this weather causes, it influences the pests in and around your home. In fact, weather is one of the main factors affecting when ants might invade your... read more

Termites are a homeowner’s worst enemy. They make their homes in anything made of wood and leave destruction in their paths. Within a termite colony you’ll find a variety of different social classes, each handling a different function within the... read more

With thousands of spider species in the US, it can sometimes be difficult to know which spiders are harmless and which ones to avoid. Most spiders pose almost zero risk to humans, but there are a few species that can cause serious health problems or even death. In this blog, we’ve highlighted some of the most... read more