How Are Brown Recluses and People Alike?

Temperatures around Missouri are reaching the 90s! Many people are staying indoors with the nice AC to stay cool. However, you may not be the only thing taking refuge inside your home. Many insects and other critters have the same survival instincts as humans do. If they get to hot or cold, they try to find a more comfortable environment. So, how are brown recluse spiders and people alike? Due to the extreme temperatures we experience this time of year, brown recluse spiders are more noticeable because they're one of those critters, alongside humans, seeking comfort from the sweltering temps.

Brown Recluses Are Out & About
Brown recluses are not very big spiders, as they are about the size of a quarter. They're tan in color and have a dark spot in the shape of a violin on its body. Brown recluses act just like their name suggest - reclusive, so don't expect to see them roaming around during the day. They typically hide in dark corners of the home or in stored items like boxes and closets. Because these spiders like cool dark spaces, you may see them searching for new places to hide during the heat wave.

Be Aware Of Brown Recluses
Brown recluses are not likely to go out of their way to bite people. They will only bite people when they feel threatened. With this extreme heat, it's best to take precaution to avoid these creepy crawlers.

• Shake out clothing and shoes before dressing.
• Don't garden or handle firewood without gloves.
• Keep doors and windows shut.
• Minimize outdoor lights. Lights attract insects, which could attract spiders.
• Don't go out barefoot.
• Shake out bedding before going to bed.
• Eliminate as much clutter as possible in storage areas.
• Frequently dust and vacuum around windows, corners of rooms and under furniture.

Spider Bites
As previously stated, brown recluses are not likely to bite unless they feel threatened. People commonly get brown recluse bites in areas that the spiders have been hiding. It's common to get a brown recluse bite when changing clothes, putting your hands into a pocket or putting on shoes.

Although a bite from a brown recluse is painless at first, within a few hours the bite site will become swollen, red and tender to the touch. In most cases, the irritation ends there and the bite will heal on its own. However, in some cases, the venom begins to break down the cells in the skin and progress into a necrotic lesion that will need immediate medical attention. It's best to get medical attention right away after being bitten to ensure you're aren't allergic.

Get Rid Of Spiders
Brown recluses are one of the trickier pests to get rid of in the area, so it's best to call a professional Lake of the Ozarks pest control company. A B Pest Control & Insulation can help you control the spiders that are making their way into your home to escape the summer heat. Call us today at 573-964-1100 to learn more and to schedule your appointment.

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Check Out the Services We Offer at A B Pest Control & Insulation

At A B Pest Control & Insulation, we understand that hiring multiple companies for home and commercial care needs can be a hassle. When you need multiple services addressed at your place of business or residence, it's always a great surprise and wonderful convenience when you can get those services handled by one company. That's why we offer multiple services for your convenience. From pest control to lawn maintenance and turf management to insulation services, we can handle all of these tasks for you! Learn more about the services we offer right here.

Pest Control Services
When it comes to pest control, A B Pest Control & Insulation knows what it takes to get rid of those pesky creatures. We take pest control seriously and we want to make sure that your home is pest free. Because of this, your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company offers many services to fit the specific needs for each home. A B Pest Control offers a wide range of pest control services, including:

• General Pest Control, both Commercial & Residential
• Termite Inspections & Preventative Termite Treatments (available for new and existing homes and buildings)
• Advanced Termite Treatment (Termidor is your Termite Solution).
• Pesticide infused insulation to reduce your energy costs and kill insects that hide in unreachable areas of your home.
• Dock Service (spider control)
• Fly Service
• Rodent control (interior and exterior)
• Tree & Lawn Spraying
• Live Trapping (removal and repair)
• Infestations: fleas, roaches, & bed bugs
• Aquatic Pest Control (vegetation) & mosquitoes

Lawn Service and Turf Management
When dandelions and other weeds have engulfed your lawn and you've decided to fight back, it's time to call A B Pest Control. Because weeds are symptoms of more serious problems in your yard, we develop a turf management program tailored just for your lawn. Weeds do not produce unhealthy lawns; unhealthy lawns produce weeds ... so we work to make your lawn healthy! Good turf management is the first step in an effective, environmentally sound weed control program. A B Pest also treats your lawn and outdoor perimeter for pests that invade and damage your yard, plant beds, and gardens.

Insulation Services
Did you know 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.

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.

Give A B Pest Control & Insulation a Call!
At A B Pest Control & Insulation, we pride ourselves on our exemplary service, because we stand behind all our work. We offer flexible service schedules to meet your pest control and budget needs. If you have unwanted pests around your house or require any of our other services, give your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company a call! We only use EPA approved, low-odor chemicals and we go through proper training to ensure that everyone is safe. From pest control to lawn maintenance and insulation services, we cover it all!

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4 Signs of a Poorly Insulated Home

In the hot summer months, we expect our homes to provide comfort from the heat of the outdoors. And in the winter, we expect our homes to protect us from the cold. However, if you have old insulation or not enough insulation throughout your home, there’s a good chance that you're struggling with maintaining a consistent temperature for your family's comfort. But how can you tell if your home is poorly insulated? There are a few red flags that you can look for to determine whether or not you need to call on the experts at A B Pest Control & Insulation for your home insulation needs. Take a look.

1. Fluctuating Room Temperatures
As you walk from room to room throughout your home, the temperature should remain the same throughout each room. If different rooms have starkly different temperatures, that’s a pretty good indication that your home is poorly insulated. While your HVAC system with its return vents and ducts can play a big part in contributing to an even and comfortable environment, insulation is also important factor because without it, there's nothing to help prevent that cool air or heat from leaking out of your home through your walls.

2. Soaring Energy Bills
While this could just be an indication of poor use and planning, soaring energy bills can also be a clear indication that your HVAC system is having to work overtime to try to keep your home at a comfortable temperature. A big reason for this could be because your home isn't properly insulated and isn't able to hold in or block out energy. If you feel like your energy bill is higher than it should be, you can contact your electric company and ask for a usage history report to compare previous years usage. This can be a good way to tell if you've historically had issues with constantly battling high usage (potentially poor insulation) or are just using more energy than normal due to changes in your home life and habits.

3. Water Leaks in the Attic
Improper insulation can let water into your home, leading to leakage issues. Water tends to slip through the cracks in the attic insulation, causing water damage to your interior walls and ceiling. If you notice darkened spots on your ceiling that look like possible water pooling stains, do a touch test for moisture. Even if the spot is dry at the time, it's still a good idea to have a professional come out and check your attic for history of leaking and water damage. If you are experiencing water leaks, this could be an indication of poor insulation, as the insulation should act as a sort of barrier against water damage.

4. Visibly Inadequate Insulation
A really simple way to tell if your home is poorly insulated is to look in your attic. If you can look across your attic and see the floor joists, your attic is not properly insulated. A properly insulated attic should have between 13-18 inches of insulation evenly throughout for an attic to be properly insulated. If you cannot see any of the floor joist because the insulation is well above them, you probably have enough insulation. It is also important that the insulation is evenly distributed. Sometimes there is enough insulation in the middle, but the edges have very little.

Request a Free Quote from A B Pest Control
The easiest and most efficient way to ensure that your home has the proper insulation levels is to call a professional. A B Pest Control and Insulation can evaluate your home and make the proper recommendations for the best insulation to meet your needs. With proper insulation, your home can easily stay cool when it’s hot outside. Your Lake of the Ozarks insulation company has team members with many years of experience in the insulation business, so you can trust that we will get the job done right at a fair price.

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How to Treat for 6 Common Lawn Weeds of Missouri

If your busy schedule prevented you from doing some much needed weed preventative treatment this spring, you may be dealing with the aftermath this summer... unrelenting weeds taking over your lawn. No matter how many times per week you mow, they're everywhere, seemingly minutes after putting away the mower! As weed control specialists, this is a common problem we see year after year. So this week, A B Pest Control & Insulation is sharing with you 6 common lawn weeds that are likely taking over your lawn, and how you can treat for them.

1. Crabgrass
The window for treating for crabgrass as a preventative method is a small one, and if you're looking into options now, you're a little too late for prevention. Now you'll need to do what you can to treat the already rooted and seeded crabgrass. Besides pulling it by hand, you can lightly mist the crabgrass with a postemergence herbicide. Usually it’s too embedded to pull without yanking lots of your desirable grass with it, so this may be your best first choice. But keep in mind that unless the crabgrass is young, you’ll probably have to reapply the product a few days later to effectively kill the plant.

2. Dandelions
The dandelion is a broad-leafed flowering weed commonly found growing in areas with good drainage and direct sunlight. It has a reputation as being one of the most aggressively growing weeds to invade lawns. Although dandelions that have been mowed down will grow back, destroying developing flowers before they are able to mature into seed distributors prevents the opportunity for new germination. Improving soil conditions through composting can also reduce dandelion growth. Herbicides may be used to control an extreme or persistent dandelion infestation.

3. Clover
If you see small, round, white or pink flowers in your yard with bees buzzing around them, chances are you have clover. And chances are it's EVERYWHERE! The best way to control clover is to stop it before it starts by fertilizing your lawn regularly to provide the nutrients your grass needs to grow thick and strong. Leaving your grass longer when you mow can help block sunlight which helps prevent clover from growing. If it's too late and your lawn is covered, your next option is to treat it with an effective weed control treatment.

4. Chickweed
Chickweed is a common problem in the lawn and garden. There are two species of chickweed: Mouse-ear chickweed - which forms dense, low-lying patches within lawns and gardens, and common chickweed - which is an annual and is easier to control. The best way to kill chickweed is by pulling as much of it out of the ground as possible by hand. Both species have shallow roots and can be easily removed by hoeing or hand pulling. But if you don't have time to pull them out by hand, having A B Pest Control & Insulation come out to spray for chickweed can eliminate the problem.

5. Henbit
Henbit is a common annual weed found throughout most of the U.S. It will take advantage of the thin, moist areas of your lawn, especially those areas that are shaded. You will often find it under trees and shrubs where grass has a hard time growing. A good defense against future henbit problems is to grow a thick lawn so weeds don’t have any room to grow.

6. Flatweed
Flatweed is often mistaken for the common dandelion. Unlike the dandelion, Flatweed has multiple branching flowers stems up to 18-24 inches in height, each with a single, yellow, dandelion-like flower. Not only is this particular weed a nuisance to your lawn, but it is poisonous to horses. So for those who have horses, this weed is especially important to prevent and treat. Treating with a herbicide is an effective way to eliminate Flatweed. Keep in mind that if you've got horses, you'll need to remove them from the area being treated prior to spraying.

Call A B Pest for Your Weed Control Needs!

Remember, the best way to prevent weeds is to apply a preemergent in the spring time before these pesky weeds have a chance to germinate. But if you missed that window and are battling weeds this summer, we can help! Good turf management is the first step in an effective, environmentally sound weed control program. A B Pest can also treat your lawn and outdoor perimeter for pests and weeds that invade and damage your yard, plant beds, and gardens. Call on us for your pest and lawn service needs!

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What's Happening for the 4th of July at the Lake of the Ozarks?

The Fourth of July is fast approaching and there’s no better place to celebrate this fun-filled patriotic holiday than at the Lake of the Ozarks! Pack up your family and head to the lake for an unforgettable fourth. There’s fun for all ages here and you can always count on your pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks to keep you informed on the lake’s top events! Don’t forget, you can leave your pesky home management jobs to us so you can enjoy the festivities.

Five Turn Knot 4th of July at Horny ToadJul 02, 2020 - Jul 04, 2020
Horny Toad Entertainment Complex
2359 Bittersweet Rd
Lake Ozark MO 65049

FREE to Attend!! The Epic FM Radio Hit Band, Five Turn Knot is known as THE power house party machine. Playing #1 hits from bands like Journey, Bruno Mars, Guns and Roses, AC DC, and REO Speedwagon, Justin Timberlake and Van Halen...just to name a few!

Stars & Stripes Bike NightJul 03, 2020
Lake of the Ozarks Harley-Davidson
6482 Osage Beach Parkway
Osage Beach MO 65065

Stop on by the 2nd Annual Stars & Stripes Bike Night at the Lake of the Ozarks' Harley-Davidson! They will have a bike show with trophies and prizes. Bike Show registration is free and begins at 5:00 pm. Voting begins at 6:00 pm. Trophies and prizes will be handed out between 7:00 - 7:15 pm. Food and drink will be available on site for purchase.

July 4th Celebration at Margaritaville Lake ResortJul 03, 2020 - Jul 04, 2020
Margaritaville Lake Resort
494 Tan Tar A Drive
Osage Beach MO 65065

FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2020 11am - 6pm All American Cookout Located near Lakeside Deck. Burgers, drinks and more under the tent. 12pm - 5pm DJ On The Deck At Lakeside Pool Listen to great music and enter contests for a chance to score some cool stuff! 12:30pm - Limbo contest 2pm - Hula Hoop Contest 6pm - 9pm Landshark Bar & Grill Live music by Lake Collective.

SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2020 11am - 6pm All American Cookout Located near Lakeside Deck. Burgers, drinks and more under the tent. 12pm - 10pm DJ On The Deck At Lakeside Pool Listen to great music and enter contests for a chance to score some cool stuff! 12:30pm - Hula Hoop Contest 3:30pm - Limbo Contest 6pm - 9pm Landshark Bar & Grill Live music by Missouri born song writer, Travis Gibson Fireworks At Dusk At Lakeside Pool Deck 9pm-12am License To Chill Bar & Grill Live music by Code West.

July 4th Festival at Regalia HotelJul 04, 2020
The Regalia Hotel & Conference Center
250 Racquet Club Dr.
Lake Ozark MO 65049

The Regalia Hotel & Conference Center is excited to host a 4th of July Festival at the Hippopotamus Swim Up Bar! Join us for daily drink specials, food, & live music. Musical guests include the Platinum Rock Legends, Darkwater, & The Big Mama Band! Free entry and lasts all day!

FireworksThere’s no lack of fireworks at the Lake of the Ozarks. Whether you decide to view these fireworks from the land or water, they’re sure not to disappoint.

Captain Ron's Bar & GrillDate: Friday, July 3rd
Time: 9:30 pm - Dusk
Location: 82 Aloha Lane in Sunrise Beach
View by water at the 34.5 MM
Parking is limited; Arrive early.
Call for details: 573-374-5852

Boogie on the BargeDate: Friday, July 3rd
Time: 9:45 pm - Dusk
Location: View by water at the 42.6 MM

Bear Bottom ResortDate: Saturday, July 4th
Time: 9:45 pm
Location: 123 Bear Bottom Drive in Sunrise Beach
View by Water at the 38MM, Osage Arm
Parking is limited; Arrive early.
Call for details: 573-374-6905

The Lodge of Four SeasonsDate: Saturday, July 4th
Time: Fireworks display begins at Dusk
Location: 315 Four Seasons Drive in Lake Ozark
View by water at the 13 Mile Marker
Call for details: 573-365-3000

Margaritaville Lake ResortDate: Saturday, July 4th
Time: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm, Fireworks at Dusk
Location: 494 Tan Tar A Drive in Osage Beach
Viewing by land on the Margaritaville property reserved for resort guests only.
View by water at the 26 Mile Marker
Call for details: 573-348-3131

Point Randall ResortDate: Saturday, July 4th
Time: 9:15 pm
Location: 1584 Susan Road, Lake Ozark, MO
View by water at the 2 Mile Marker
Call for details: 573-365-2081

Visit funlake.com for more Fourth of July event information.

Make sure your house at the lake is ready for all the festivities with A B Pest Control! Keep the pests away and your lawn looking fresh with our services. After we’re done with your house, your Fourth of July guests are sure to be impressed. Stay safe and have a Happy Fourth!

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