Rose Pest Solutions

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. As we gather with family and friends, we honor their courage, service, and legacy. Wishing you a safe and meaningful holiday. 🇺🇸🐝

05/23/2026

Thanks for tuning in everybody! 😀 Stay safe. Stay protected. Have a wonderful weekend!

05/22/2026

Ticks don't fall from trees. They can't jump. They can't fly. They climb grass blades, extend their front legs, and wait for something warm to walk past.

The tick climbs to the tip of a blade at ankle to knee height, anchors with its hind legs, and spreads its front legs wide. Sensory structures on the front legs detect carbon dioxide, body heat, and vibration. When a host brushes the vegetation, the tick grabs on.

Then it crawls upward — sometimes for hours — until it reaches bare skin. The tick on the back of your neck started at your ankle.

🌿 What actually works:

- Tuck pants into socks — the grab happens at ankle height
- Permethrin-treated shoes and pant legs neutralize ticks at the contact zone
- DEET or picaridin on exposed skin blocks the heat signature they follow
- Tick check after every outing — armpits, hairline, behind ears, waistband
- Mowed paths through tall areas reduce the questing zone
- Ticks concentrate at edges — where vegetation meets open ground, trail margins, fence lines

The myth is one of the most persistent in outdoor recreation. She was never in the tree. She was at your feet 🌿

05/22/2026

West Nile virus detected in suburban Chicago mosquitoes | DETAILS⬇️

05/22/2026

Happy Memorial Day weekend! 🇺🇸🎖️🪖

📻🎙Tune into 720AM tomorrow from 10-1pm for Home Sweet Home Chicago with and friends!

If you're spending time outdoors this weekend, PLEASE remember to wear insect repellent to stay protected from mosquitoes! They're out in full force!🦟🚫

Shout out to our friends at for all that they do to monitor, track, and protect our communities from the deadliest animal on the planet. 🙌🏼

05/21/2026

Hantavirus is making headlines—but what’s the real risk? 🐭⚠️

Recent news has sparked questions about hantavirus, rodent exposure, and whether homeowners should be concerned. Our latest blog breaks down the facts with expert insight from Dr. Stan Cope, Rose Pest Solutions’ Technical Director.

Learn how hantavirus spreads, what symptoms to watch for, and how to safely clean up after rodent activity.

Read the blog:

Rose Pest Solutions Technical Director, Dr. Stan Cope shares scientific answers about hantavirus risks, symptoms, and prevention.

05/20/2026

Mosquito season is here—don’t let bugs take over your backyard! ☀️🦟

Watch to learn how you can save $75 on our Healthy Home + Mosquito Services and enjoy your outdoor space all summer long.

Watch the video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czzjEXJBbcU

Let us know what outdoor plans you have this summer! 🌳✨

Mosquito season is here—don’t let them take over your backyard.For a limited time, save $75 on a new Healthy Home Maintenance Plus + Mosquito Program from Ro...

05/20/2026

Did you know that Rose protects Girl Scout campgrounds in Illinois and Wisconsin with family, pet, and pollinator-friendly mosquito services? Dr. Stan Cope, Karl and John visited Juniper Knoll this week to monitor conditions and make sure populations are kept at bay. Reach out to us for a free quote for mosquito services on your property. We’re here to keep you protected and healthy! 🦟🌹🪻🌸🌷🌻🌼

05/19/2026

🦟 Your backyard might be inviting mosquitoes in without you even realizing it.

Standing water. Overgrown landscaping. Hidden breeding spots. It doesn’t take much for mosquitoes to take over your outdoor space.

Before your next BBQ, pool day, or summer hangout, check out these expert mosquito prevention tips from Rose Pest Solutions https://www.rosepestcontrol.com/blog/mosquito-control-tips/

Mosquito season is here. Learn professional tips to reduce your risk, and mosquito service benefits to help keep you protected.

05/18/2026

Another fun school visit with the Bug Squad! 🦋🐝🐞

Students had the chance to interact with live insects, learn about insect behavior and ecology, and explore the important roles bugs play in our environment! 📚

05/14/2026

: check out this solitary clearing out this space to lay her eggs! 🥚🐝