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Venice, CAAnt Season Hits Hard
BY Nedstevens
Jun, 12 2025 |
Ant Season Hits Hard in Pennsylvania: What Homeowners Need to Know If it feels like ants are suddenly everywhere, you're not imagining things. Late spring through early summer is peak ant season in Pennsylvania, and the surge is in full swing. At Ned’s Pest Control, we’re getting more calls than ever for carpenter ants, pavement [...]
Bed Bug Life Cycle
BY Nedstevens
Jun, 12 2025 |
A Homeowner’s Guide to the Bed Bug Life Cycle Understanding the Stages to Stop the Spread Early For many homeowners in Pennsylvania, bed bugs are an invisible threat—until they’re not. The key to protecting your home (and your sleep) is understanding how quickly these pests can grow from an unnoticed nuisance to a full-blown infestation. [...]
How to Tell If You Have Bed Bugs: The Complete Checklist
BY Nedstevens
Jun, 11 2025 |
Spot the Signs Early, Sleep Soundly Tonight Bed bugs may be tiny, but the stress they cause can feel overwhelming. These reddish-brown parasites are most active at night, feeding on human blood while we sleep—and they're known for being excellent hiders in mattresses, headboards, and furniture. Whether you’re waking up with itchy bites or just [...]
Why June Is the Worst Month for Rodent Infestations
BY Nedstevens
Jun, 11 2025 |
Why June Is Prime Time for Rodents in Pennsylvania And How to Keep Them Out of Your Home Think rodents are just a winter problem? Think again. Here in Pennsylvania, June marks the beginning of one of the busiest seasons for rodent activity—and it’s not just about the temperature. At Ned’s Pest Control, we treat […]
Curb Appeal that Sells: How a Beautiful Lawn Can Help You Close Faster
BY Nedstevens
Jun, 10 2025 |
A home’s first impression is often its lasting one, and nothing makes a stronger first impression than a beautiful lawn. Whether you’re preparing to list or already on the market, curb appeal can dramatically affect how quickly your home sells and at what price. Why Curb Appeal Sells Homes Real estate studies show that homes [...]
Curb Appeal Starts with Your Lawn
BY Nedstevens
Jun, 10 2025 |
Curb Appeal that Sells: How a Beautiful Lawn Can Help You Close Faster A home’s first impression is often its lasting one—and nothing makes a stronger first impression than a beautiful lawn. Whether you’re preparing to list or already on the market, curb appeal can dramatically affect how quickly your home sells and at what […]
Why Curb Appeal Starts with Your Lawn
BY Nedstevens
Jun, 09 2025 |
Why Curb Appeal Starts with Your Lawn Real estate pros agree—the yard sets the tone. When it comes to making a memorable first impression, your lawn is more than just grass—it's the welcome mat to your home. Whether you're preparing to sell or simply want to turn heads for all the right reasons, curb appeal [...]
Pennsylvania Grass: A Complete Guide
BY Nedstevens
Feb, 12 2025 |
The climate in Pennsylvania is ever-changing, and it’s not stopping anytime soon. Just like all living things, grass will need to learn to adapt, or they will simply wither away. Any living thing that possesses the capability to move around will always have a higher chance of survival, which means that your grass gets the […]
Tips for Killing Large Areas of Weeds
BY Nedstevens
Feb, 06 2025 |
Few things beat the sight of a beautifully maintained garden or landscape. But weeds are the greatest nightmare for any gardening enthusiast or homeowners who have the blessing of owning a yard. In particular, invasive or obnoxious weeds choke life out of your garden, interfering with colors, blooms, and wildlife. That’s why every gardener should [...]
Planting Creeping Thyme Lawn: 10 Factors to Consider
BY Nedstevens
Feb, 06 2025 |
Creeping thyme is a perennial native to northern Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa. It has a modest growth rate and can be replaced by turf grass. This type of lawn is low-growing and has a lifespan of more than two years. Its fragrant blooms attract pollinators with abundant tubular blooms in vivid pink and purple […]
A Complete Guide to Splash Blocks For Your Gutters: All You Need to Know
BY Nedstevens
Dec, 12 2024 |
Your rain gutter system requires a vast range of different parts to work efficiently, including what is known as a splash block. Splash blocks are devices manufactured from concrete or plastic that work to channel water away from your foundation. The splash block is typically rectangular and has a close-ended side positioned underneath your downspout. […]
How to Choose the Right Gutter Downspout Size For Your Home?
BY Nedstevens
Dec, 09 2024 |
Gutter downspouts are vital parts of the gutter system, but do you know how to figure out the right gutter downspout size? In general, the right gutter downspout size is based on: The size of your roof The gutter volume The level of rainfall during the rainy seasons. Calculating the size needs to be done […]
Top 10 Reasons to Clean Your Gutters in September
BY Nedstevens
Aug, 27 2024 |
As the summer heat begins to wane and the first hints of autumn appear, calming temperatures make September the perfect time to tackle an overlooked yet crucial home maintenance task: cleaning your gutters. At Ned Stevens, we understand that gutter cleaning might not be as fun as football games and bonfires, but it’s a task […]
How Far Should Gutters Extend Past Your Roof?
BY Nedstevens
Jul, 12 2024 |
Installing gutters for your home may seem like a straightforward enough task. However, it can be quite an involved process that requires precision and attention to detail. As a homeowner, it is important to consider everything from the size of your gutters to the materials that will be used. Most homeowners understand the purpose of […]
Gutter Cleaning Tips for the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer Seasons
BY Nedstevens
Jun, 14 2024 |
Depending on the weather, precipitation, and outdoor temperature, there are various types of materials that can cause your gutters to become clogged during the year. To help you prevent blockages in your system, we have created a comprehensive outline of gutter cleaning tips for the fall, winter, spring, and summer season. What Types of Debris […]
