Author Archives: Scott McGrath

About Scott McGrath

A Houston native and owner of a 36 yr family own pest control business. We service both residential and commercial accounts in and around the surrounding Houston area.

Ants v. Swarmers

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Scott McGrath

I was at a new customers building the other day and noticed this.  It’s a short video but it shows where termite swarmers emerged from an expansion joint in the same place some ants were hanging out.  The ant is … Continue reading →

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Bird Spikes

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Scott McGrath

Have pigeons? We have the answers. Continue reading →

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Happy New Year

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Scott McGrath

As the year comes to an end, I like to reflect on how the past year impacted McGrath Pest Control.  In the 39 years that we have been in business this has been one of the best ever.  I’m so … Continue reading →

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Random Work Pictures

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Scott McGrath

Here are a few pictures I took the other day. Continue reading →

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Drywood Termites

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Scott McGrath

Probably about 20 years ago a swarm of drywood termites made their way into the Heights part of town.  Since then almost every time we get a termite call from someone living in that part of town, I’m almost assured … Continue reading →

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Bug Proof Your Home

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Scott McGrath

An older post revisited Continue reading →

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Some New Ant Videos

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Scott McGrath

I think she had a problem Continue reading →

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Termite Inspections

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Scott McGrath

Are you thinking on buying a house?  If you are then more than likely you will need a WDI report.  WDI stands for wood destroying insect report.  Even if your mortgage company doesn’t require you to get one, I believe … Continue reading →

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I Don’t Think So Squirrels!

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Scott McGrath

Throughout the year some of the big problems we have to deal with are squirrels. These little buggers love to find their way into small little areas in people’s houses. They will find a little crack or gap to enter … Continue reading →

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Termites. When to treat.

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Scott McGrath

Termites……..Is there a certain time to treat that’s better than others? The quick answer is yes….when you actually have termites. The longer answer is no. You can treat you house for termites when ever you want. Now it is true … Continue reading →

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