Practical advice from San Antonio's pest control experts on mosquitoes, scorpions, rodents, and keeping your home and yard pest-free.
By Bob Jenkins Pest & Lawn Services · June 26, 2026
The striped bark scorpion is the dominant species in Bexar County year-round. Learn where scorpions hide, why northwest San Antonio sees higher activity, how to seal entry points, and what professional treatment actually involves.
Read moreBy Bob Jenkins Pest & Lawn Services · June 26, 2026
San Antonio's warm climate means mosquito activity from March through November. Understand the difference between Aedes aegypti and Culex mosquitoes, how Hill Country rainfall drives population spikes, and when barrier spray treatments are most effective.
Read moreBy Bob Jenkins Pest & Lawn Services · June 26, 2026
Red imported fire ants thrive in Bexar County's heat and clay soils. Mound-only treatments rarely reach the queen. Learn how broadcast baiting works, why re-infestation from neighboring yards is common, and how temperature affects treatment timing.
Read moreBy Bob Jenkins Pest & Lawn Services · June 26, 2026
Roof rats and Norway rats enter San Antonio homes through different routes. Limestone construction creates unique entry gaps, and attic nesting is common in the local climate. Learn how exclusion and bait stations work together, and when to call a professional.
Read moreBy Bob Jenkins Pest & Lawn Services · June 26, 2026
Zika Virus, Ebola, Dengue Fever, Chikungunya and Malaria: what to know about the mosquito-borne illnesses making headlines, and why good mosquito control limits their spread.
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