Manning's Pest Control Blog

As summer heats up in North Carolina, so does tick activity. These tiny pests aren't just a nuisance – they pose serious health risks to your family and pets. At Manning's Pest Control, we're committed to helping Brunswick County residents enjoy their outdoor spaces without worrying about ticks and other pests.

Summer along North Carolina's beautiful coastline brings warm breezes, stunning sunsets, and unfortunately, mosquitoes—lots of them. From Brunswick to Onslow County, our coastal communities face unique mosquito challenges due to our geography, climate, and natural wetlands.

At Manning's Pest Control, we've been helping coastal Carolina residents enjoy their outdoor spaces mosquito-free since 1976. Drawing on nearly five decades of local experience, we've compiled this comprehensive guide to help you and your family prevent mosquito bites this summer.

Dealing with a cockroach infestation can be one of the most frustrating and unsettling pest problems for homeowners in Brunswick County. These resilient insects have been thriving for millions of years, and their ability to adapt to various environments makes them particularly challenging to eliminate. At Manning's Pest Control, we've been helping coastal Carolina residents tackle roach problems since 1976, and we've developed a proven approach to effective cockroach control.

If you've ever spotted reddish ants around your home or yard in Brunswick County or the surrounding Wilmington area, you might be wondering exactly what you're dealing with. While many people use the terms "red ants" and "fire ants" interchangeably, there are important differences between these insects that can impact how you should address an infestation. At Manning's Pest Control, we've been helping homeowners identify and eliminate ant problems since 1976, and we're here to help you understand the key distinctions.