H. T. Treadway, Inc. Pest Control https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/ Best York and Hanover Pest Control Service Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:26:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-Treadway-Pest-Control-Service-small-logo-FAVICON-32x32.jpg H. T. Treadway, Inc. Pest Control https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/ 32 32 Stink Bugs: How to Identify, Prevent, and Control These Invasive Pests https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2025/03/05/stink-bugs-how-to-identify-prevent-and-control-these-invasive-pests/ Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:25:47 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=9278 Stink Bugs: History, Life Cycle, Environmental Impact, and Control Strategies The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) is an invasive pest that has become a major nuisance in the United States. While they are harmless to humans, these insects can cause significant agricultural damage and become an unwelcome presence in homes during colder months. Understanding

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]]> False Lady Bugs: How to Identify, Prevent, and Control Infestations in Your Home https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2025/03/05/false-lady-bugs-how-to-identify-prevent-and-control-infestations-in-your-home/ Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:13:58 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=9272 False Lady Bugs: History, Life Cycle, Environmental Impact, and Control Strategies The multicolored Asian lady beetle (Harmonia axyridis), often mistaken for native ladybug species, has become both a beneficial insect and a household nuisance in the United States. Understanding its history, life cycle, environmental impact, and effective control strategies is essential for homeowners and pest

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]]> Aphid Removal https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2023/06/28/aphid-removal/ Wed, 28 Jun 2023 17:27:21 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=4351 Fun pest control fact for the day. These are red aphids on a black eye Susan plant. Aphids are called ant cows because ants keep them in herds and “milk” them for their honeydew. Ants will actually guard aphids and shepherd them to new host plants once they destroy the old one. No pesticidal measures

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]]> Fleas – Prevention and Control https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2023/03/07/fleas-prevention-and-control/ Tue, 07 Mar 2023 19:49:58 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=4067 Fleas are small, blood-sucking parasites that can cause significant discomfort for both pets and humans. These tiny insects can quickly infest your home, making life miserable for you and your furry friends. As a pest control company, we understand the importance of preventing and controlling flea infestations. In this post, we’ll share some handy tips

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]]> Spotted Lanternfly Extermination https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2022/08/26/spotted-lanternfly-extermination/ Fri, 26 Aug 2022 14:44:06 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=2585 Spotted lanternflies kill sapling trees, sumac, grapevines, and tree-of-heaven. Healthy and established ornamental trees don’t typically die but canopy dieback and plant health decline has been observed, particularly on some of spotted lanternflies favorites such as black walnut and maple. Additionally, sooty mold can kill groundcover plants that are below large populations of spotted lanternfly. 

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]]> Clover Mite Season is Upon Us- What Does that Mean for Your Home? https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2022/02/24/clover-mite-season-is-upon-us-what-does-that-mean-for-your-home/ Thu, 24 Feb 2022 13:46:13 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=1361 Ever see those tiny red bugs on the concrete as a kid that, when crushed, leave behind a red-streaked stain? While clover mites are not harmful to human health or the viability of a home, they are certainly a nuisance and can be difficult to eradicate once established in a house.  Clover mites are small,

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]]> Fleas: A Nuisance You Can Combat https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2021/05/17/fleas-a-nuisance-you-can-combat/ Mon, 17 May 2021 15:07:16 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=792 It’s no surprise that 61% of Pennsylvania households have a pet. Not only do animals create happiness, but they also bring many health benefits, including lowered stress and blood pressure. While you may love your pet, the truth is you’re not the only one. Fleas also love your furry four-legged friends, and for homeowners in

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]]> Identifying Termites vs Flying Ants https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2021/04/07/identifying-termites-vs-flying-ants/ Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:39:49 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=695 As the weather warms up and insects become more active, we’ve been spending lots of time on the phone lately helping customers determine if they have flying ants or swarming termites. Here’s what to look for when trying to tell the difference between termites and flying ants … Flying ants: Wings sit at a 45

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]]> Ticks in York County, PA https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2021/03/17/ticks-in-york-county-pa/ Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:36:39 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=649 As the South Central Pennsylvania snow melts, many of us are enjoying the thaw and counting down the days to spring and summer. However, as temperatures warm, homeowners in Gettysburg and York, PA, should familiarize themselves with various pests that return this time of year, including ticks.  Should you worry about ticks? Ticks are external

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]]> Roaches, what they are, what they do, why you want to get rid of them https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/blog/2021/02/16/roaches-what-they-are-what-they-do-why-you-want-to-get-rid-of-them/ Tue, 16 Feb 2021 22:01:09 +0000 https://treadwaypestcontrol.com/?p=564 If there is one thing that every Pennsylvania homeowner can agree on, it is that cockroaches are unwanted creatures in their houses. Roaches are arguably one of the most germ-spreading pests that take up residence indoors and never leave. But, do you have all the facts you need to know about this pest?  What are

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