How to Identify Termite Damage and Prevent Infestations

How to Identify Termite Damage and Prevent Infestations

  How to Identify Termite Damage and Prevent Infestations: The Real Reason Homeowner’s Insurance Won’t Cover Termite Damage Repairs Subterranean termites, the most prominent and destructive strain of the wood-eating insect in the United States, are a silent...
How Can I Tell If I Have Bed Bugs?

How Can I Tell If I Have Bed Bugs?

Nothing can upset your sleep routine and household like a bed bug infestation. Bed bugs are incredibly common throughout the United States, and Compass Pest has dealt with its fair share of infestations in Georgia and South Carolina. Find answers to common questions...
Winter Bugs & Pests in Georgia

Winter Bugs & Pests in Georgia

Compared to our northern neighbors, winters in Georgia are relatively mild. Since our winters aren’t especially cold, more insects can survive the season to surge in spring. Do I need pest control in winter? While you may not see as many insects in the winter months,...
Winter Bugs & Pests in South Carolina

Winter Bugs & Pests in South Carolina

Compared to our northern neighbors, winters in South Carolina are relatively mild. The coastal areas tend to be around 10 degrees warmer on average than further inland. Since our winters aren’t especially cold, a larger population of insects can survive the season to...
Summer Bugs & Pests in South Carolina

Summer Bugs & Pests in South Carolina

In South Carolina, are there more bugs during the summer? Unfortunately, yes. Unlike us warm-blooded mammals, insects are ectothermic (cold-blooded), relying on environmental heat to regulate their body temperature. During the fall and winter, many bugs hibernate or...