4 Major Common Spiders in NJ

4 Major Common Spiders in NJ By Horizon Pest Control Spiders are beneficial insects that act as a natural population control for harmful insects. Some gardeners will purposely place certain spiders in their gardens to protect their vegetation; however, once spiders begin invading the living area, that becomes a game-changer for the humans in the […]

What is the Best Way to Kill a Spider?

Common House Spider

What is the Best Way to Kill a Spider? By Horizon Pest Control How do you deal with a spider in your home? You might be searching for the best way to kill a spider or wondering how to kill a spider with minimal suffering. Ideally, we’d guide every arachnid safely outside—but when removal isn’t […]

Natural Ways to Repel Common New Jersey Pests During Fall

Natural Ways to Repel Common New Jersey Pests During Fall By Horizon Pest Control   As temperatures drop in the fall, fall pests in New Jersey like stink bugs, rodents, spiders, centipedes, and earwigs begin seeking shelter inside homes. Fortunately, homeowners can use natural pest repellents and other eco-friendly methods to keep these pests at […]

A Guide to 12 Spider Species in New Jersey and Identifying Potential Dangers

A Guide to 12 Spider Species in New Jersey and Identifying Potential Dangers By Horizon Pest Control Spiders are a common sight in many New Jersey homes, with several species being found in the area. While most spiders are harmless and even beneficial for controlling other pests, there are a few dangerous species that pose […]

Bugs that Invade Your Space in Fall

Bugs that Invade Your Space in Fall By Horizon Pest Control Bugs that Invade Your Space in Fall Weather changes can prompt pests to try to come inside. As the weather gets colder, fall bugs seek shelter for the coming winter. Your house makes a great space. It is warm and provides a source of […]

Guard Your Home Against These 5 Fall New Jersey Pests

Guard Your Home Against These 5 Fall New Jersey Pests By Horizon Pest Control As the leaves change color and the weather starts to cool down, New Jersey homeowners must shift their focus to pests that become a problem during this time of year. Many people think that pests only become an issue during spring […]

How to Trap and Release a Spider Without Killing It

How to Trap and Release a Spider Without Killing It By Horizon Pest Control Spiders: they’re creepy, they’re crawly, but they can actually benefit your home and garden as a form of natural pest control. By building webs and hunting, they can help reduce populations of flies, moths, mosquitoes, and more. Even so, it’s understandable […]

Venomous Chilean Spider Infestation

A female black widow spider

Venomous Chilean Spider Infestation By Horizon Pest Control The Massive Venomous Chilean Spider Infestation That Was Mysteriously Found In A Popular Museum 60 Years Ago Cannot Be Eradicated Spider infestations can take form within any type of structure, including immaculate museums located within the Arctic circle where venomous spiders are not supposed to exist. As […]

Scientists Are Baffled by Newly Discovered “Silkhenge” Spider

Scientists Are Baffled by Newly Discovered “Silkhenge” Spider By Horizon Pest Control In 2013 scientists doing research in Peru came across a strange structure made of spider silk never before seen. The structure, referred to as “Silkhenges” due to its mysterious origins and resemblance to the famous Stonehenge, is comprised of a single silky tower-like structure surrounded […]

The Pikachu Pokemon Spider!

Black Widow Spider

The Pikachu Pokemon Spider! By Horizon Pest Control The love of the show/game Pokemon has literally become a global phenomenon, as was demonstrated when the Pokemon game for smart phones came out and so many people were obsessed with it that some actually died in their relentless pursuit to “catch em all.” I’ll admit, I […]