Hey folks, Dave Saunders here. Twenty years in pest control is a long time. I’ve crawled through more attics, torn apart more walls, and sat in more kitchens at 3 a.m. watching bug trails than I care to count. Some days I feel like a veteran. Other days I realize I’m still just a student.
Today I want to share not the technical stuff, but the real lessons — the ones that hit me hard and changed how I approach every single job.
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What’s going on everybody, Dave Saunders here. Over the years, one of the most common questions I get from pet owners is: “Dave, I have ants (or roaches), but I’m scared to use baits because of my dog/cat. What can I do?”
It’s a valid concern. Many baits contain ingredients that are toxic to pets if eaten in large enough quantities. At the same time, doing nothing often leads to a much worse infestation. So today I want to share exactly how I help families safely use baits when they have dogs, cats, birds, or other pets in the house.
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Hello friends, Dave Saunders checking in.
Some days I sit down to write and the words come easy. Today is not one of those days. Because I want to tell you about the day I seriously considered quitting this job for good.
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Hey folks, Dave Saunders here. There’s nothing more frustrating than walking into your kitchen in the morning and seeing a long trail of tiny ants marching straight to your sugar bowl, honey jar, or leftover crumbs on the counter. Sugar ants (often called odorous house ants) are one of the most persistent kitchen invaders I deal with every spring and summer.
Over the years, I’ve helped hundreds of homeowners completely eliminate sugar ant problems without spraying toxic chemicals around their food. Today I’m sharing the exact system that works best in real kitchens.
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Hey there, it’s Dave Saunders. If you’re tired of mosquitoes buzzing around your ears at night, finding bites on your kids’ arms in the morning, or constantly swatting while trying to enjoy your backyard — you’re not alone. Every summer I get dozens of messages from homeowners who just want to sit outside without becoming dinner.
The good news? You can make your entire home significantly more mosquito-free using natural methods that actually work. No foggers, no harsh chemicals, and no expensive gadgets.
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Hey plant lovers, Dave Saunders here.
If you’ve ever woken up to see your favorite monstera or rose bush covered in tiny bugs or white powdery spots, you know how heartbreaking it feels. You want to help your plants, but you don’t want to spray toxic chemicals inside your home.
That’s where a simple box of baking soda can become one of your best friends.
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Wasps building a nest right above your front door? Bees turning your backyard barbecue into a danger zone?
If you’re tired of constantly swatting, worrying about stings, or finding new nests every summer, this guide is for you.
Here’s how to keep bees and wasps away from your house naturally — without killing beneficial pollinators or using toxic sprays.
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Hey everyone, it’s Dave Saunders here. Aphids taking over your indoor plants?
Here’s how to get rid of them naturally — and see visible results in just a few days without using harsh chemicals.
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Hey folks, Dave Saunders here. If mosquitoes are ruining your evenings on the porch or in the backyard, I’ve got a simple trick that has worked incredibly well for hundreds of my clients — and for me personally.
The best part? It doesn’t require expensive repellents, citronella candles, or messy sprays.
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A few months ago, a client called me in panic — her two dogs were scratching non-stop, and the whole house was infested with fleas. She didn’t want to use harsh chemical sprays because of her young children. That’s when I gave her these three homemade flea sprays. Two weeks later she called me back saying the difference was night and day.
If you’re dealing with fleas and want safe, natural solutions that actually work, you’re in the right place. Here are the top 3 DIY flea sprays I recommend most often to families and pet owners.
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