Humans have always had a...complicated history with critters and insects that we consider a nuisance, and possibly even a danger. Over time, these creatures have been given a special kind of name: “pests”. The word pest has 2 definitions: 

Squirrels can be quite a nuisance. They also can, in the right light, be...sort of cute. But have you ever wondered what squirrels were like millions of years ago? Were ancient squirrels hanging out in ancient attics and burying ancient nuts in...

Pesticides can be a bit of a scary word. It elicits the mental image of dangerous chemicals, causing potential health problems for people and pets, all in the name of getting rid of some frustrating pests that are plaguing your home. But that’s a...

December 2010

1st Truck: In December 2010, Bill and Sarah began Thomas Pest Services. With only a handful of customers, they needed a way to get to them, and this trusty 2010 Chevrolet Silverado truck made that possible!

Lawn pests are bad enough, but what about the ones that actually reside in your home? Everyone knows that common household pests are bad--we talk about them all the time; but which are the absolute worst? We did some thinking and created a list of...

Are you dealing with nuisance pests like ants or flies in your home? While some pest problems require professional help, there are times when DIY methods can handle the job just fine. With a few simple tips, you can keep pests at bay without calling...