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Every August, my phone starts ringing with the same story: yellowjackets in Kalamazoo taking over somebody’s yard. A cookout gets crashed by a swarm of them. Somebody gets stung mowing the lawn. A homeowner finds a nest the size of a basketball hanging from a tree they’ve walked past all summer without noticing it. It…
Kalamazoo Tick Control Guide: 2026 Prevention & Identification If you’ve been watching the local news lately, you’ve likely seen the warnings. Outlets like WWMT, News 3, and FOX 17 have all reported that 2026 is shaping up to be an exceptionally “bad” year for ticks in West Michigan. With warmer winters and expanding habitats,…
From August to October, wasps, yellow jackets, and other stinging pests are at their peak in Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, MI. Learn why these months are the most dangerous for stings, prevention tips to protect your home, and why VexGuard Pest Control is the safest choice for nest removal.
As summer heats up, so does tick activity—and with it, the risk of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. At VexGuard, we’ve reviewed multiple recent reports highlighting a surge in tick populations throughout Michigan, including Kalamazoo and Battle Creek.
Why You Should Use VexGuard Pest Control to Remove a Wasp or Hornet Nest When dealing with the presence of a wasp or hornet nest near your home, it’s crucial to prioritize safety and effectiveness. Attempting to remove the nest yourself can be dangerous and inefficient. Here are compelling reasons to choose VexGuard Pest Control…
The arrival of fall brings with it a stunning array of colors, crisp air, and the promise of cozy nights by the fire. However, this season also ushers in a unique set of challenges, particularly in the realm of pest control. In this article, we’ll delve into why pest control is crucial in the fall…
The warm breeze of summer brings with it a symphony of chirping birds, rustling leaves, and the occasional hum of stinging insects. While these tiny creatures play an essential role in pollination and maintaining ecosystems, encountering them in your living space can quickly turn idyllic summer days into distressing nightmares. From bees and wasps to…
Here at VexGuard, the month of March is more or less the real start to the new year for us. This is when the weather finally breaks and bugs start to move, the most common pest to kick the season off here in Kalamazoo and Portage Michigan is the Termite. This is the time of…
During this time of the year I will get several calls from people inquiring about our bed bug treatment options and what the cost is. The amount of calls in the winter do not actually differ much from what they are in the summer. But what does change is the reasons for why they choose…
Why Winter Pest Control Service Each year around December, I head off to one of my customers homes, knock on the door and the first thing I hear is, “isn’t it kind of cold for bugs to be out?” When I hear this I always have to laugh a little on the inside because I…
