News & Events
Schendel Pest Services Launches New Service Program Aimed at Eliminating Moles
July 12, 2010
Schendel Pest Services has launched a new service program aimed at eliminating moles, gophers and voles from homeowners’ yards. Moles, gophers and voles create holes and tunnels underground, resulting in unsightly lawns and damage to the root systems of trees and plants.read more…
Wet Weather Means More Mosquitoes this Summer
June 22, 2010
Mosquitoes have long topped the list of warm-weather pest concerns. Now, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is reporting that mosquito activity is likely to be worse than usual this year, because of our unusually warm and wet spring.read more…
Schendel Offers Tips for Protecting Your Pets from Summer Pests
May 18, 2010
With the return of warm weather, everyone – including the family pet – is likely to be spending more time outdoors. But pet owners need to be especially cautious, as insects like fleas and ticks can pose a serious health risk to dogs, cats and other animals.
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Schendel Pest Services Warns That Warm Weather Brings Ants Inside Homes
April 15, 2010
April 14, 2010 (Topeka, KS) – As the No. 1 nuisance pest in the United States, ants often become a problem in the warmer weather, as they move indoors in search of food. With more than 700 species of ants in the U.S. and about two dozen classified as pests, many homeowners will likely encounter these unwelcome visitors.
read more…Schendel Pest Services Warns Homeowners to Take Action to Prevent Termite Damage
March 22, 2010
March 22, 2010 (Topeka, KS) -- After a long winter, warmer weather is being eagerly anticipated. However, there is an important reason to be cautious this spring—termites. Schendel Pest Services warns that as the temperature begins to increase so does the potential for termite swarms and infestations. Because of the increased moisture experienced during the winter, we are at a greater risk for termite activity this spring. In fact, some areas have already experienced termite swarms.
read more…Schendel First In Kansas To Heat Treat Bed Bugs
February 1, 2010
Infestations of these blood-sucking insects are on the rise in Midwest; Heat Treatment is the only proven method to kill bed bugs at all stages of growth and Schendel Pest Services is proud to be the first Kansas pest control company to fully utilize bed bug heat treatments.read more…
Schendel Pest Services offers tips for preventing pest infestations during the holiday
December 21, 2009
(Topeka, KS)—With the holiday season upon us, families across the country will begin pulling out boxes of decorations and digging into pantries for baking ingredients. But with these annual traditions comes the risk of bringing a variety of pests – from mice, rodents and spiders to a group of insects known as “pantry pests” – into homes. Schendel Pest Services encourages homeowners to use caution to prevent unwelcome pest guests this season.
“Mice, rodents, spiders and other pests find their way into homes by hiding in boxes of holiday decorations that have been stored in attics, basements and garages since last season,” says Brent Boles, president of Schendel Pest Services. “They create homes in these undisturbed items and then find new places to infest once these boxes are moved into family areas such as living rooms and kitchens.”read more…
Bring Home Memories – Not Bed Bugs – This Holiday Season
November 10, 2009
As Thanksgiving and Christmas draw near, Schendel Pest Services reminds all travelers of the risk of bringing home bed bugs from their holiday travels. The National Pest Management Association has noted a 71% increase in reports of bed bugs since 2001.
One reason that bed bugs pose such a problem for travelers is their keen ability to “hitchhike.” Bed bugs can travel easily – from beds to sofa cushions, from room to room and even home via suitcases.
The current bed bug infestation is more prevalent on the coasts, so it’s especially important for those traveling east or west to be very cautious so as to avoid bringing bed bugs to their homes in the Midwest. Once an infestation develops, bed bugs are extremely difficult to remove and require the experience of a pest professional to eliminate an infestation.
read more…Schendel to Host AIB Training Seminar on November 12
October 27, 2009
October 27, 2009 (Topeka, KS) — Schendel Pest Services has joined forces with the American Institute of Baking International (AIB) to host a seminar for the employees of third-party inspected food production facilities on Thursday, November 12 at the Phoenix Doubletree Guest Suites in Phoenix, AZ. The goal of the seminar is to educate employees and their managers about critical changes in third-party inspection regulations and safety programs, namely those of AIB. Al St. Cyr, Head of Food Safety Education for AIB, will conduct the day-long seminar.
read more…Temperatures Cool, Brown Recluse Not So Reclusive
October 19, 2009
October 19, 2009 (Topeka, KS) — As fall begins, Schendel Pest Services wants to remind homeowners of the real health threat posed by the brown recluse spider, a frequently misidentified species. With bites that can take three hours to develop and three weeks or longer to heal, the brown recluse injects a venom which can cause severe allergic reactions. These reactions are most notable in children, the elderly, or those with preexisting medical conditions.
Often identified by a dark brown violin shape on its back, the brown recluse spider is predominantly found in the Midwest and Southeast of the United States. According to Schendel President Brent Boles, “Our area is often referred to by entomologists as ‘ground zero’ for brown recluse activity. As the brown recluse is known for its bites, many assume that this spider is aggressive when actually the opposite is true. The brown recluse spider will bite, usually unintentionally, when it feels trapped. Whether we dig through our storage in the attic or wear a piece of clothing in which a brown recluse has made its home, their bites are reactionary. Therefore the sheer presence of this pest can increase the potential pest-related health risks facing homeowners and their families.”
