Importance of Winter Pest Control

While some pests and rodents migrate to warmer climates for the winter months, others may seek places to hide out from the cold or hibernate. Regular pest control treatments during the colder months is essential. Your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company takes a look at the importance of winter pest control.

Insects During The Winter
While some pests do migrate, others spend the winter in hibernation. This is because they're cold blooded creatures who need to conserve their energy during the frigid winter months. Other insects, like bees and wasps, will hide under fallen logs and warm underbrush to keep as warm as possible. Since those insects rely on the pollen from trees and plants, they must use as little energy as possible due to the poor food supply.

Why Continue Pest Control During Winter
It's important to continue pest control treatments inside and outside your home throughout the winter months to keep pests that are seeking warmth from gaining access. Rodents, termites, carpenter ants and spiders all can invade homes during the winter, and when they do they tend to take up residence inside the walls, which could make it more difficult to find and treat.

• If pests are inside the walls of your home, they are not affected by the cold temperatures outside.
• In addition to insects living in the walls, attics provide shelter to wasps and spiders, as they try to escape the cold.
• If there are points of entry that are not sealed up, rodents can find their way into your home.
• When a professional pest control company treats your home, they will ensure there are no pest related issues or identify any conditions that could lead to the future pest problems.
• When a pest control company removes spider webs, egg cases and wasp nests, it prevents them from reemerging when the weather warms back up.

How Winter Weather Affects Treatment
However, the weather could have some effects on the treatments. During this time of the year, most treatments are performed around the foundation of homes, where there are eaves and overhangs that tend to be sheltered, so they don't usually receive large amounts of moisture. Treatments around the outside of the home are usually ok during light rain or snow. However, if there is no shelter or if there's heavy rain and snow, it may be best to reschedule the treatment for a different day. Once pest control treatments have been applied and have had a chance to dry, precipitation will not usually affect the treatment.

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This month we've seen some unusually warm temperatures, which may have caused some pests to not go into hibernation or to come out of hiding. If you need pest control services this winter, call A B Pest Control & Insulation at 573-964-1100. We can help you keep your home pest free this season!

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Don't Miss Out on Lake of the Ozarks Eagle Days!

The holidays are just about over, and we're looking forward to a great 2019! If you're wondering what you'll do with all your free time now that the holidays have passed, we've got you covered. Luckily, whether it’s winter or summer there are always something fun to do around the Lake of the Ozarks. Your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company has information on one of the most popular events around the Lake this time of year: Lake of the Ozarks Eagle Days!

Lake of the Ozarks Eagle Days presented by Ameren Missouri

Jan 05, 2019 - Jan 06, 2019

Get out your coats, hats and gloves for one of the most popular winter events at the Lake of the Ozarks. View eagles and other birds of prey in the wild and as a part of the World Bird Sanctuary and Dickerson Park Zoo presentations.

Highlights of the event include live eagles from the World Bird Sanctuary with naturalists on hand to answer questions at Osage National Golf Resort. Visitors are urged to bring binoculars and cameras for optimal viewing and photo opportunities of wild eagles at Willmore Lodge and below Bagnell Dam on the Osage River. Activities are also at School of the Osage Heritage Elementary and at the Osage River Access.

This event is FREE and open to the public. The event will be from 9 am – 5:30 pm on Saturday, January 5th and from 10 am – 4:30 pm on Sunday, January 6th. The first live eagle program held in 1999 attracted 651 participants.  Last year, over 3,700 people attended to make it one of the most successful Eagle Days in years past. It is the community spirit of the Lake of the Ozarks that makes this annual event possible for all to enjoy.

2019 Eagle Days Schedule

• School of the Osage Heritage Elementary 
• Coloring & Photo Contest
• Face Painting
• Dickerson Park Zoo presents two shows (rotating hourly). The first is the American Bald Eagle Program. The second program is the Day Shift (Hawk), Night Shift (Owl) and Garbage Gal (Turkey Vulture) Program.

Saturday, January 5th
9:30 am - Eagles of North America
10:30 am - Day Shift, Night Shift, Garbage Gal
11:30 am - Eagles of North America
12:30 pm - Day Shift, Night Shift, Garbage Gal
1:30 pm - Eagles of North America
2:30 pm - Day Shift, Night Shift, Garbage Gal
3:30 pm - Eagles of North America
4:30 pm - Day Shift, Night Shift, Garbage Gal

Sunday, January 6th
10:30 am - Eagles of North America
11:30 am - Day Shift, Night Shift, Garbage Gal
12:30 pm - Eagles of North America
1:30 pm - Day Shift, Night Shift, Garbage Gal
2:30 pm - Eagles of North America
3:30 pm - Day Shift, Night Shift, Garbage Gal

Willmore Lodge

•Wild Eagle Viewing

(Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm; Sunday: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm)

Bagnell Dam Access

• Wild Eagle Viewing • Free Hot Chocolate • Eagle Nest Building by the Master Naturalists • Boy Scout Activities

(Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm; Sunday: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm)

Osage National Golf Resort

• Live Eagle Programs presented by World Bird Sanctuary

(Hourly: Saturday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm; Sunday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm)

Master Naturalist – Lake of the Ozarks Chapter invites you to "Meet Mother Nature," April 27, 2019, PB 2, MO State Park, Osage Beach. Learn to kayak, fish, hike, camp and cook over a campfire.

Your Lake Of The Ozarks Pest Control Company 
We hope you get a chance to attend this special event and experience the beauty and wonder of the eagles living around the lake area. For all the events that are happening around our community, your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company will help keep you updated and informed.

The winter weather may be sticking around for a while longer. Just because it’s cold, doesn’t mean pests stop trying to enter your home. To keep your home pest free all year long, give A B Pest Control & Insulation a call.

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Conserve Energy by Protecting Your Attic and Crawl Space

Most homeowners don't put much thought into their attic or crawl space. Since they're not commonly used or visited, it's one of the locations in the home that tends to go unnoticed when there are problems until it's too late and damage has been done. Crawl spaces and attics can hold moisture causing mold and mildew to thrive, and let air seep through causing poor energy efficiency. For optimal energy efficiency, your home should be properly insulated from the roof down to its foundation.

Protecting Your Attic
Air leaks in your attic increase heating and cooling bills by letting unconditioned air in and conditioned air out. Moisture can also enter through cracks, impacting home durability and indoor air quality. Sealing and installing a good quality insulation can protect the attic from moisture and improve your home's efficiency. Loose-fill or batt insulation is typically installed in an attic. Loose-fill insulation is usually less expensive to install than batt insulation, and provides better coverage when installed properly.

Three Types Of Attic Insulation

Cellulose Insulation
Cellulose insulation is great for insulating empty spaces, such as attics and crawl spaces. Cellulose insulation is thick, dense, and clumpy, with a consistency much like down feathers. The chief value of this shape and size is that the insulation can fit in enclosed areas (such as walls) and can conform around obstructions such as wires and ducts (found both in walls and in attics).

Fiberglass Insulation
Fiberglass is a type of fiber primarily composed of glass that is used as a residential and commercial thermal insulator. As an insulator, it slows the spread of heat, cold, and sound in structures. By trapping pockets of air, it keeps rooms warm in the winter and cool in the summer, and thereby serves as a convenient method to increase energy efficiency. Commonly found in blanket form, called batts, it is available in standard pre-cut lengths and widths. Fiberglass insulation also comes as loose fill that can be blown into attic, wall and floor cavities.

Foam Spray
Spray foam insulation offers a dynamic option that is suitable for almost any attic. Attic spray foam insulation has a versatile application method, which gives it a significant advantage over traditional options. It can be applied in narrow areas, blocking gaps and cracks that allow heat transfer. While foam spray insulation is typically a more costly option, it is designed to last and typically requires less cost for repair over the years.

Protecting Your Crawl Space
Unfortunately, home efficiency and moisture issues in crawl spaces can easily go unnoticed, degrading home air quality, comfort, and energy efficiency. One of the most common problems with crawl spaces that do not have insulation is the high level of moisture. This could lead to mold growth. By having your crawlspace insulated, you can greatly reduce the moisture levels, which will prevent mold from growing and forming. Moisture that's trapped in the crawl space can also affect the temperature in the house. Insulation can help seal off the crawl space and keep your house at the temperature you desire. Proper insulation can also prevent pipes from freezing and bursting in colder weather.

Two Types Of Crawl Space Insulation

Vapor Barrier System
A crawl space vapor barrier system prevents ground moisture evaporation from entering the crawl space. It's designed to resist the flow of air. The vapor barrier system turns the crawl space into a semi-conditioned area by stopping the air movement and making the temperature close to the living spaces in your home above. When the temperature in the crawl space is similar to the temperature in the home's living areas, your floors will feel warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.

Foam Spray
Spray foam insulation can help seal things up for good and eliminate any worries you may have about your crawl space. Spray foam is highly dense, and a little bit goes a long ways. It's non-permeable so it can help seal up any air gaps to eliminate moisture and keep your space free of mold, mildew and rot. While the only guarantee of a rodent-free home is ongoing pest control service, spray foam makes it less likely you'll be invaded by rodents. Spray foam is hard and an unwelcoming substance for them, unlike fiberglass insulation.

Let A B Pest Control and Insulation Inspect Your Attic and Crawl Space
If you are looking to insulate your attic or have a vapor barrier installed in your crawl space, enlist the help of a professional crawl space insulation company at the Lake of the Ozarks. They can make sure your house is cleaner, more energy efficient and healthier for you and your family. A B Pest Control and Insulation can seal up your crawl space and attic, so that you can eliminate moisture, odors, and pests for good! Call us for a free no obligation quote at (573) 964-1100.

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5 Winter Pest Prevention Tips

It's that time of year when bugs, rodents and other pests will be seeking refuge for the winter months. Will they find it in your home? By following some very simple pest prevention tips, you can prevent these unwanted pests from making themselves cozy in your home. Here are 5 winter pest prevention tips to protect your home this holiday season.

1. Check Your Live Christmas Tree
There are many different insects that can call your real Christmas tree home from aphids and mites to spiders and beetles. Although insects may not be active during the winter months, they could lay eggs in Christmas trees. Before bringing in your Christmas tree, it is a good idea to shake it vigorously to dislodge any insects and spiders. Check each branch for egg cases and prune out any you may find. It is important to get rid of any egg sack, as your home is warm which could induce the eggs to hatch. If there are any empty bird nests it is important to remove them, as well as they could contain mites.

2. Seal Up Any Potential Entry Points
Sealing up your home can not only help keep your energy bill down, it can also help keep out pests seeking a warm place for the winter. Check for leaks around your windows and doors and seal them up with caulk if needed. It doesn't take a huge opening for mice and other pests to get inside, so if there are any places that are exposed to the outside, make sure to get it sealed. A professional Lake of the Ozarks pest control company can help you identify any points of entry.

3. Keep an Eye Out for Bed Bugs
The holidays are a joyous time, but also the perfect opportunity for pests such as bed bugs to find their way into your home. Anyone can have bed bugs as they are a traveling pest. They are not a discriminating pest and can survive without food for up to a year. Here are some things to look for in your room that may indicate bed bugs: Living or dead bed bugs Small bloodstreams from crushed insects Dark spots or droppings Bed bug remains on linens, the mattress and its seams, the bed springs, or the headboard A B Pest Control & Insulation has several cost effective solutions for eliminating bed bugs to give you peace of mind.

4. Store Your Firewood Outdoors
A wood-burning stove or fireplace can bring a great deal of warmth, comfort and pleasing aesthetics into a home. However the firewood that is brought into the home for that fire can also bring with it a number of household pests. It’s best to keep all firewood stored outside, stacked off the ground, and at least 3 feet away from your home’s structure. Before bringing wood into the house, inspect every log: look them over, shake them, and knock them together.

5. Protect Your Home with A B Pest Control & Insulation
Make sure your home is cozy and pest free this holiday season. If you have any unwanted critters in your home this winter, call A B Pest Control & Insulation at 573-964-1100. By calling a professional, you can make sure these pests are removed and your home's premises is properly treated and maintained, you can be sure those pests don't come back.

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Holiday Events at the Lake of the Ozarks

The holiday season is upon us, and there's no better way to get in the spirit of Christmas than to partake in community festivities. There are several family friendly fun activities around the Lake of the Ozarks to help you and your family get in the holiday spirit. Your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company has compiled a list of holiday events taking place throughout the month of December that you can enjoy.

Christmas on Main Street

December 1 – 22

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Main Street Music Hall | Osage Beach

Phone: 573-348-9500 or 800-348-9501

www.lakemusichall.com

Christmas on Main Street is guaranteed to entertain every kid, from one to ninety-two with an evening of clean family fun, as well as celebrating the true meaning of Christmas. Santa and the Grinch will be available for photos, and kids may even be able to join the cast on stage for their favorite holiday music.

Christmas Village & Ice Skating

December 1 – 23; Weekends (Fri.–Sun.)

The Ice at Old Kinderhook | Camdenton

Phone: 573-317-4314

www.oldkinderhook.com

The Lake of the Ozarks' only Christmas Village. Free family fun event for all ages. From the moment you drive thru the gates at Old Kinderhook you will be overwhelmed with the beauty of the rolling hills and Christmas lights that line the property. At the resort, you will feel the Christmas Spirit with every turn.

Every weekend (Thursday – Sunday), November 22 – December 23, 2019.

Free Christmas Village Activities:

Meet Mr. & Mrs. Clause and their Elves

Picture with Santa

Special Guest Appearances

Movies in the Hotel

Gingerbread House Making

Elf Storytelling

Write and Send a Letter to Santa

Breakfast with Santa at The Lodge of Four Seasons

December 8; 8:00 am – 11:00 am

The Lodge of Four Seasons | Lake Ozark

Phone: 573-365-3000

www.4seasonsresort.com

Hang out with the jolly old elf himself and enjoy goodies and crafts!

ADULTS $8.00, CHILDREN 2-12 YEARS OLD $5.00, UNDER 2 COMPLIMENTARY.

All this is included:

Festive buffet including French toast sticks, scrambled eggs, sausage links, cereal and hot chocolate.

Kid’s holiday crafts and games.

Visit with Santa!

Photos with Santa from Breakfree Photography.

The Osage Beach HS Girls Glee Club will be singing traditional Christmas music at 9 AM and 10 AM.

Lake Ozark Christmas Parade

December 8; 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Bagnell Dam Blvd. | Lake Ozark

Phone: 573-365-2460

www.lakechristmasparade.com

The 34th Annual Lake Area Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 3:00 pm. The Parade will line up at 242 starting at the HH & Bagnell Dam Blvd. intersection, and will turn right to proceed down Bagnell Dam Boulevard to the Dam.

Versailles Christmas on the Square

December 8; 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Downtown Versailles

Phone: 573-378-4401

www.versailleschamber.com

Join in the fun with Santa, Carriage Rides, Silent Auction, Tasty Treats, and Much More! Finish the day at 5pm for a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Memorial Park on the Square.

Eldon’s Lighted Christmas Parade

December 8; 5:00 pm

Downtown Eldon

Phone: 573-392-3752

www.eldonchamber.com

You won’t want to miss the Dec. 8 Eldon Lighted Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony. Lots of fun is in store so make sure to attend! The “Home for the Holidays” themed parade begins at South Elementary School and kicks off at approximately 5:30 p.m. Following the parade, enjoy refreshments, music and more at the tree lighting ceremony in Rock Island Park.

Lake Area Community Orchestra

December 11; 7:00 pm

Lake Ozark Christian Church | Lake Ozark

Phone: 573-644-4801

www.lakeareacommunityorchestra.org

2018 Winter Concert Series, "It Came Upon The Midnight Clear"

Concerts are free to the public, donations are welcome. Included in the program are a variety of Christmas and other selections, including Joy to the World, Christmas on Broadway, the Mannheim Steamroller arrangement of Hallelujah, Those Fabulous Flutes, and Go Tell It On The Mountain.

Christmas for Kids Charity Event

December 15; 5:30 pm

The Lodge of Four Seasons | Lake Ozark

Phone: 573-348-8099

www.lakeareachristmasforkids.com

A Benefit Sponsored by the Christmas for Kids Committee, Kiwanis Club of Ozark Coast and Lake Area Businesses. All proceeds Benefit Underprivileged Children in the Lake Area, LOSA, Wonderland Camp, Hope House, Big Bro./Big Sis., Lake Reg. Pediatrics, YMCA, Share the Harvest Food Pantry & Kid’s Harbor. Doors will open at 5:30pm for cocktail hour and dinner will be served at 6:30pm. Visit http://www.lakeareachristmasforkids.com for more details.

Carols in the Cavern: School of the Osage

December 19; 7:00 pm

Stark Caverns | Eldon

Phone: 573-369-3306

www.starkcaverns.com

Stark Caverns is proud to host the second annual Carols in the Cavern. Two select choirs from the School of the Osage will be joining in for the first time this year -- the Girls Glee, singing first at 7:00, and then Les Chanteurs, at 7:30. You won't want to miss these special performances. Tickets are just $5 each and may be purchased by calling us at 573-369-3306 or in person in advance, or at the door the night of the performance.

Happy Holidays from A B Pest Control & Insulation
Happy Holidays from your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company. For more events and festivities, visit www.FunLake.com for a complete list of events. If you are needing to protect your home from pests this holiday season, call A B Pest Control & Insulation at 573-964-1100. From keeping your home warm all season long to protecting your home from pests, A B Pest Control & Insulation can take care of it all.

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We Offer All Types of Insulation!

Home insulation is an important part of any house. A B Pest Control & Insulation knows that ensuring that your home is properly insulated can help save you money on heating and cooling costs, it absorbs unwanted noises, and can even help reduce exposure to formaldehyde. A B Pest Control and Insulation can evaluate your home and make the proper recommendations for the best insulation to meet your needs.

We offer all types of insulation, including:

• foam insulation (closed & open)
• cellulose insulation
• fiberglass insulation (batt or blown-in)
• pesticide infused insulation
• vapor barrier
• thermal ignition barrier

Foam Insulation
Spray foam insulation is an air barrier system that effectively seals wall, floor, and ceiling cavities against air movement, including spaces around electrical outlets and light fixtures, at baseboards, and where walls meet windows and doors. Creating an air barrier with spray foam improves energy efficiency and helps heating and cooling systems keep pace with less work. It also reduces noise from outside sources and between rooms within the home.

Cellulose Insulation
Cellulose insulation is great for insulating empty spaces, such as attics and crawl spaces. Cellulose insulation is thick, dense, and clumpy, with a consistency much like down feathers. The chief value of this shape and size is that the insulation can fit in enclosed areas (such as walls) and can conform around obstructions such as wires and ducts (found both in walls and in attics).

Fiberglass Insulation
Fiberglass is a type of fiber primarily composed of glass that is used as a residential and commercial thermal insulator. As an insulator, it slows the spread of heat, cold, and sound in structures. By trapping pockets of air, it keeps rooms warm in the winter and cool in the summer, and thereby serves as a convenient method to increase energy efficiency. Commonly found in blanket form, called batts, it is available in standard pre-cut lengths and widths. Fiberglass insulation also comes as loose fill that can be blown into attic, wall and floor cavities.

Pesticide Infused Insulation
Pesticide Infused insulation is installed by blowing the product into attics on top of existing insulation or into attics and wall voids of new construction. It will reduce heating & cooling costs, while also controlling common household pests that nest in attics and walls like roaches, ants, termites, and silverfish.

Vapor Barrier
A vapor barrier is used for damp proofing that resists diffusion of moisture through the wall, floor, ceiling, or roof assemblies of buildings to prevent condensation damage. This thin sheeting in the crawl space helps create a divide between water and your home. Spread uniformly across the soil and partway up onto the crawl space walls, it keeps water in the soil instead of in the crawl space.

Thermal & Ignition Barrier
All polyurethane spray foams require a code-approved thermal barrier—ordinarily a layer of ½” drywall—between the foam and the living space. The thermal barrier is designed to make it more difficult for a fire inside the living space to gain access to the fresh source of fuel in the spray foam, leaving the home’s occupants with more time to escape. Ignition barriers are required in foam-insulated attics, crawlspaces, and other areas with limited access that can’t be used as living space. They offer a lower order of protection, and are intended simply to prevent a possible flame source from making direct contact with the foam.

A B Pest Control is also a full-service insulation company at Lake of the Ozarks. Our insulation team has many years of experience in the insulation business, so you can trust that we'll get the job done right at a fair price. For all of your residential and commercial insulation needs, give us a call!

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Do You have a Mouse Infestation?

Rodents and other creatures may find their way into your home to seek shelter from the cold. Mice like to seek shelter in warm places during the fall and winter months, which may mean inside your home. Although they like to be sneaky, they do leave clues that let you know they have been in your home. A Lake of the Ozarks pest control company can help you make sure mice don't get comfy in your home, but you need to know they are there first in order to make the call. A B Pest Control & Insulation shares with you a few things to look for to help you determine whether you have a mouse infestation.

Look for Droppings
Finding small grain-sized droppings in corners, along the edges of your home or where you have spot activity (like in the pantry) is a sign of an active infestation. These droppings can transmit diseases. Food that's eaten from a contaminated area can cause serious illnesses. call a professional Lake of the Ozarks pest control company to prevent the situation from getting worse.

Damage to Food
Mice love to eat, which is one reason they are in your home. If you look in your pantry and find that a box of cereal has a hole in it, it may be the work of a mouse. Homeowners will often find holes in items like dog food, bird seed and, of course, pantry items. Often times the damaged item will show teeth marks, so it will be clear it is mice doing the chewing, however, this isn't always the case.

Chew Marks
In addition to food items being damage, rodents can also damage your baseboards, furniture and doors. Because their teeth grow fast, they need to chew in order to file them down. This could be anything from baseboard to wiring. If the chewing goes unnoticed, it could cause damage to your home, which could require some costly repairs.

Noises in the Wall
One of the first signs you have a rodent problem is noise in the walls. Sometimes you can hear a scratching noise and other times you can hear squeaking. The sound could come from the walls or ceilings. Pay close attention to where you are hearing the noise, as this can help identify how they are getting in and where they are nesting.

Pay Attention to Your Pets

Dogs and cats like to sniff around a place which has been infested by rodents. If you notice such a behavior from your pet, check the place more carefully. You may notice that your pet continues to visit the same spot and is trying to get to something that you don't see. As an example, if your pet is frantically trying to get into a closet that you know doesn't have anything in it they'd normally be interested in, you may want to check things out. They may be smelling or hearing mice scurrying around in there.

Keep Mice Out with A B Pest Control & Insulation
While the cold may keep insects at bay, it may drive other pests like mice into your home. Because rodents seek warm shelters, they will invade a home if they find an entrance. Luckily, a professional pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks can help you if you find them in your home. A B Pest Control & Insulation is here for all your pest control needs, just schedule an appointment by calling 573-964-1100.

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5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Holiday Guests

The holidays are supposed to be a joyful time filled with fantastic memories and wonderful bonding opportunities. However, as the host of holiday gatherings, you may be feeling more than just excitement. You may be feeling the anxieties that typically come along with the anticipation of the holidays. So, we at A B Pest Control & Insulation want to help alleviate some of your stresses by providing you some tips to help prepare your home for holiday guests.

1. Meal Prep in Advance
There will be plenty of meals you'll have to prepare. Rather than waiting until the day of to decide on what meals you'll be making and spending all day in the kitchen instead of with your family, meal prep in advance! You can Google all kinds of quick meal ideas that can be prepared and frozen. Then all you have to do is simply pull them out of the freezer and throw them in the oven or crock pot! You can still provide your visitors with a delicious home-made meal without missing out on spending time with them!

2. Make Sleeping Arrangements
Chances are, some of your guests will be planning to stay overnight, especially if they've traveled far. Rather than worrying about finding them a budget friendly hotel room, plan ahead for sleeping arrangements in your own home. Locate all of your air mattresses ahead of time and make sure they're in good condition. Wash your linens and blankets before everyone arrives, and determine where your guests will be staying while they're there. This will eliminate any question of where they'll sleep and how long they can stay.

3. Plan Some Age-Appropriate Activities
Your family and friends may bring their kids while visiting during the holidays, or maybe you have kids of your own. What a joy those little tykes bring to the season... until they get bored. Avoid hearing 'I'm bored' when it's too cold for them to go outside to play, and plan out some age-appropriate activities that'll keep them busy. Some quick ideas: Movie & Snacks, Arts & Crafts, Coloring Books, Scavenger Hunt

4. Deep Clean Your Home
While this may not seem like a stress-less way to prepare for your guests, it's still a must. We, of course, always want to show our homes in the best condition. By doing the cleaning ahead of time, this will allow you to focus more on the enjoyable aspects of having visitors over for the holiday. Plus, this will be a great time for you to 'baby or child proof' your home if it's needed.

5. Schedule Pest Control Services
There's nothing you want less than to see a skittering scurrying critter run across your kitchen floor when you have guests over for the holidays. You've done your diligent duty to deep clean your home and plan the perfect family gathering. Don't let that time be ruined by pesky pests trying to impose their way into your warm home. Schedule your pest control services before your holiday get-togethers so you can feel confident having visitors this holiday season!

We know how exciting and stressful this time of year can be for holiday hosts. We hope that these 5 tips to prepare your home for holiday guests will help make things a little less stressful so you can enjoy time with family. Don't forget to schedule your pest control services at the Lake of the Ozarks before your guests arrive this holiday season!

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A Little History About Veteran’s Day

November 11 is Veterans Day, which is a day to honor all American veterans, especially those who served their country honorably during war or peacetime. With this special day coming up, we want to spend some time to say thank you to those who have served our country. Your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company is sharing with you a little bit of history about Veterans Day.

A Little History About Veterans Day

Veterans Day originated as "Armistice Day" on Nov. 11, 1919, which was the first anniversary of the end of World War I. 

On November 11, 1921, an American soldier was buried at the Arlington National Cemetery. His identity was unknown, and his grave site is today known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Every year on November 11, the president or a high-ranking member of the government lays a wreath on his grave. 

In 1926, Congress passed a resolution for an annual observance and in 1938, Nov. 11 became a national holiday. 

Armistice Day was changed to Veterans Day on June 1, 1954. The change occurred because originally, Armistice Day honored veterans of WWI. However, in WWII there was an increase of veterans, so they changed the name from Armistice Day to Veterans Day to honor all the veterans. 

From 1971 to 1977, Veterans Day was celebrated on the fourth Monday in October. Many states disapproved of the change and continued to observe the holiday on November 11. After it became evident that November 11 held historical and patriotic significance to many Americans, President Gerald R. Ford's signed a new law returning the observation of Veterans Day back to November 11 beginning in 1978. 

As of 2016, there were 18.5 million veterans of the U.S. armed forces. According to the Census Bureau, approximately 10 percent were women. In addition, California has the more U.S. military veterans than any other state, followed closely by Texas and Florida.

Originally, this holiday celebrates veterans with parades and public meetings, as well as a brief suspension of businesses at 11:00 a.m. This is still the case today, as many parades are held and speeches are given across the country.

On Veterans Day, Arlington National Cemetery holds a ceremony every year to honor those who died during times of war. The ceremony is held around the Tomb of the Unknowns and at 11:00 a.m. a combined color guard representing all military services executes "Present Arms" at the tomb. 

Happy Veterans Day From A B Pest Control & Insulation

While much has changed over the years, one thing remained the same: despite its different names and dates, the purpose of Veterans Day has remained the same — to say thanks. At A B Pest Control & Insulation, we want to thank everyone who has served or is serving our country. If you would like to thank a veteran, the 5th Annual Veterans Day Parade will be held on November 10 beginning at 1:00 p.m. starting at the Osage Beach City Hall to Lake of the Ozarks Elks Lodge. There will be food and beverages available at the Elks Lodge. Happy Veterans Day from A B Pest Control & Insulation! 

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3 Services to Schedule this Fall

Fall at the Lake of the Ozarks is in full swing and we couldn’t be more excited for cooler weather and beautiful fall foliage. However, many people often have the misconception that with cooler weather comes less pests and declined need for other home maintenance services. That actually couldn't be further from the truth. Pest control, animal trapping and insulation repair is just as important in the fall as it is any other time of the year! Here are 3 services you should be scheduling this fall with A B Pest Control!

1. Pest Control
The fall season does NOT mean that pests are gone. In fact, you may notice an influx in unwelcome visitors in your home! Pests are going to be looking for a safe warm place to hide out this winter, and your doorstep's welcome sign is just as inviting to them as it is to your human guests! To ensure they're not infesting your home, you'll need to continue to have pest control services done even throughout the cold season. We can create a schedule for routine pest control needs.

2. Animal Trapping
During the colder months, rodents and other nuisance animals tend to try to find their way into the warmth of homes. Their primal instincts tell them they need to find warm shelter with food and water. These opportunistic critters can wreak havoc as they can chew through insulation, wiring, and cause all sorts of property damage. If you've notices scratching and skittering in your walls or attic, or have seen rodents around your home, it's time to get A B Pest Control & Insulation out to safely capture and remove those pesky rodents from your home.

3. Insulation Replacement
Proper insulation in your home ensures that the cool stays in when it's hot outside and that the heat stays in when it's cold outside. Not only will you feel more comfortable with your home properly insulated, but you'll also save money on your energy bill, as your HVAC system will not have to work as hard cooling or heating your home! So if you notice a draft or notice your HVAC system is working extra hard to keep up, it may be time to call in the experts to replace the insulation in your home.

A B Pest Control & Insulation Can Help This Fall
When you're looking for some help around your home this fall, look no further than
A B Pest Control & Insulation. From pest and animal control to lawn and insulation services, we offer a wide range of services that can keep your home protected and pest free all year long! To learn more about our services or to make an appointment visit our website or give us a call!

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Celebrate Halloween at the Lake of the Ozarks

Halloween is just around the corner and A B Pest Control & Insulation can’t wait! The Lake of the Ozarks has many fun, family-friendly activities to enjoy. From haunted trails to trick-or-treating events, there are many different ways to celebrate Halloween. Your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company has all the details you need for these exciting events.

Zombie Wasteland Haunted House

474 S. State Hwy 7

Camdenton Missouri 65020

Pricing: $10/person

Survive a zombie wasteland with your family with lots of foam darts, and a nerf gun of your choice! Proceeds to benefit Kids Harbor Child Advocacy Center. Open every Friday and Saturday night through October. Children must be accompanied by and adult.

MECCA Family Farms - U Pick Pumpkin Patch

425 Delmar

Roach Missouri 65787

Admission: $7/person

MECCA Family Farm is a U-Pick pumpkin patch open weekends in October from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Open Saturdays & Sundays in October. They have a big slide, petting zoo, corn crib, crop maze, hay mountain, obstacle course, pumpkin painting, corn cannon, concession stand.

Hy-Vee Hollow Trick-or-Treat

October 25th

Hy-Vee Parking Lot

929 State Hwy D

Osage Beach Missouri 65065

Admission: $2/child

Check out the Hy-Vee Parking lot for the annual Hy-Vee Hollow Trick-or-treat event! This event will be held on Thursday October 25th from 4-7 PM in the Hy-Vee Parking Lot. Don't forget your costumes! Admission for this event is $2.00 per child. All of the proceeds will be donated to two local organizations - The Dream Factory and Camp Wonderland. Refreshments will be provided for the kids.

Eldon PTO Trunk-or-Treat

October 27th

Eldon Elementary School Storm Shelter

409 East 25th St.

Eldon MO 65026

Hours of Operation: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come join the Eldon PTO for a FUN, FREE, FAMILY FRIENDLY, night of trick-or-treating. This year Trunk-or-Treat will again be held behind the Storm Safety Building between the South and Upper Elementary Schools. Anyone and everyone is invited to participate by attending or having a trunk of your own! Please keep all decorations and costumes family appropriate. 

H.Toad's Halloween Party & Costume Contest

October 27th

2359 Bittersweet Rd.

Lake Ozark MO 65049

Hours of Operation: 8:00 pm – 1:00 am

Come out for a Halloween Party and Costume Contest at The Horny Toad - no cover! Prizes and Drink Specials! DJ Lou Diesel will be live keeping the party going all night long.

HOWL-O-WEEN Festival

October 27th

Dogwood Animal Shelter

1075 Runabout Drive

Osage Beach Missouri 65065

Hours of Operation: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Save the date for Dogwood Animal Shelter’s 8th annual HOWL-O-WEEN FESTIVAL ! FREE TO ATTEND! Pet costume contests, tricks for treats, pet parade, alumni parade and other pet activities! Kids Crafts and games! Crafters! Meet Sparkie da Clown and Captain Scalawag! Music by DJ Gary Phillips! Lunches available for purchase! Quilt raffle! Fun for the whole family – both two-legged and four-legged!

Halloween on the Bagnell Dam Strip

October 27th

Hours of Operation: 2:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Trick or Treating at businesses along the Strip from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Games and Cookie Walk at Luby’s Plaza from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Costume Contest at Luby’s stage: 4:00 pm

Pumpkin Decorating Contest: Drop off your decorated pumpkin between 2 pm and 4 pm at Luby’s Stage. Winners announced after the costume contest.

Pie Eating Contest following the Costume Contest.

Teen Night at the Lake Ozark Live Stage from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm.

SpookTacular Trick-or-Treat

October 31st

474 S. State Hwy 7

Camdenton Missouri 65020

A safe, free, family-friendly trick or treating experience will be held at Splatz Paintball from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm on Wednesday, October 31st. Music, contests, fun and games will be held both indoors and outdoors.

Halloween Trick-or-Treating Event

October 31st

Osage Beach Outlet Marketplace

4540 Osage Beach Pkwy

Osage Beach MO 65065

Hours of Operation: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Calling all ghosts, princesses, superheroes & witches... Come out for an evening of trick-or-treating! Wear your best costumes and join in the fun. Start the evening off by visiting the host tent, located near the main entrance at the stoplight. It is there where you will find a list and map of participating retailers, candy for the kiddos and a goody bag for the parents. The fun kicks off at 4:30pm, walk the center for candy and treats (utilizing the map and list of participating retailers) until 6:30pm.

Happy Halloween from A B Pest Control & Insulation
A B Pest Control & Insulation wants to wish you a fun and safe Halloween. If you happen to find creepy crawlers in or around your home, give your pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks a call. We’ve got you covered!

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