Austin Pest Prevention Blog
Austin Pest Control Tips, Prevention Guides, & Expert Advice
The “Gross” Dark Ring Around Your Drain: Why It Might Be a Warning Sign
You’re cleaning under the sink or inspecting a utility room when you notice it: a thick, grimy, dark ring hugging the edge of the hub drain. Your first instinct is probably to grab the bleach and scrub it away, thinking it’s just years of...
Can Rats Enter Through Toilets? What Really Happens, and How to Prevent It
Worried about what can happen inside a vacant home or commercial space? You are not alone. It's an unnerving thought that often pops up when managing empty properties: Can rats enter through toilets? For property managers, real estate investors,...
Smarter Rodent Control: Why We Track Bait Station Consumption Every Month
When it comes to rodent control, regular monitoring matters—but that doesn’t mean servicing should be one-size-fits-all. At J&J Pest Control, we believe pest control should be data-driven and cost-conscious, not just routine for routine’s sake....
12 Common Mosquito Myths That Might Be Putting Your Family at Risk
Busted by the Experts at J&J Pest Control Mosquitoes are more than just a summertime nuisance—they’re also one of the world’s most dangerous pests due to their ability to transmit serious diseases. But despite how common they are, there’s still...
Don’t Let Pests Wreck Your Reputation: Commercial Pest Control Austin Businesses Can Count On
Unwanted Guests at the Staff Meeting? You’ve printed the handouts. The coffee is hot. The boardroom is spotless - or so you think - until a cockroach boldly scuttles across the table. Welcome to every business owner's nightmare: an infestation that...
Raccoons in the Attic? Here’s What to Do Before You Need Raccoon Removal
When Raccoons Move In Uninvited You’re dozing off when you hear something that sounds like a toddler doing parkour in your attic. Before you chalk it up to a weird dream, take a listen - raccoons may have just rolled out the welcome mat upstairs....
Ant Control in Austin: A Comprehensive Guide to Identification, Behavior, & Control
Don’t Let Ants Make Your Home Their Colony If you've ever followed a trail of ants across your kitchen counter and wondered where on earth they came from—congrats, you’re now a detective in the ongoing mystery of Ant Control. Austin’s vibrant...
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Meet Paul, One of Austin’s Funniest
Here at J&J Pest Control, we're a family business — and that means we're proud of the people who show up at your door. Right now, we've got one team member we just have to brag about. Our technician Paul Cyphers is a semi-finalist in the Cap...