It’s almost winter…can you believe it? It seems like just yesterday we were poolside and soon we’ll be shoveling snow. Winter has its perks, like sledding and ice skating, but it also has its downfalls – like increased rodent activity. Consider the following winter rodent prevention tips: Mice want to get inside your home and… Read Post »
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The Power of WRAPS
When we say WRAPS, we’re not talking about turkey, lettuce, and mayo in a tortilla. WRAPS stands for Wildlife & Rodent Attention Protective System, the premier prevention solution to keep wildlife and rodents out of your home. With WRAPS, first we evaluate potential entry points around your home – meaning places where wildlife or rodents… Read Post »
The Mice are Coming!
Cold weather is coming and so are the mice! It is very common to see (or hear) increased mice activity inside your home during the fall months as these mice look to establish a safe haven for the cold winter ahead. If you hear scratching or scurrying in your walls, the mice have found their… Read Post »
Quick Tips for Fall Pest Prevention
Happy Fall! We love autumn and all of the fun that comes with it…plus the cooler weather! Fall is even better when it isn’t interrupted by pests, so let’s take some steps to help keep them away! Consider the following fall pest prevention tips: Fix any gaps and cracks in the exterior of your home… Read Post »
Got Stink Bugs?
They are creepy, they are crawly, they are smelly…they are stink bugs! We all know them and we all despise them. As summer fades to fall, stink bugs will soon be journeying into warm places such as your home to settle in before winter. Stink bugs are overwintering pests, meaning they ride out the winter… Read Post »
10 Facts About Bed Bugs
The dreaded bed bugs! These tiny pests can pack a big punch. Often going completely unnoticed, bed bugs bite while you’re asleep leaving you with itchy welts. Bed Bug Facts: An adult bed bug is approximately the size of an apple seed After feeding, bed bugs swell and turn a reddish color Females can lay… Read Post »
10 Facts About Yellowjackets
‘Tis the season for stinging insects! One of the most common stinging insects in Upstate New York is the yellowjacket. Let’s learn about them today… Yellowjacket Facts: Yellowjackets live in nests or colonies consisting of up to 4,000 workers. Late summer and early fall is when yellowjacket activity is at its highest. Sweets and proteins… Read Post »
Top Tips for Preventing Mosquitoes
Warm weather is mosquito weather. Spring, summer and early fall is when mosquitoes are active. They are reproducing at a fast rate and they are looking for someone to bite. Mosquitoes can transmit several dangerous diseases such as West Nile, Zika and EEE so it is important to take them seriously. Thankfully, there are several… Read Post »
Quick Tips for Summer Pest Prevention
Happy Summer! Are you enjoying your pool and yard, or are pests ruining the fun? Summer is when a variety of pests are very active. You are likely seeing stinging insects, mosquitoes, ticks and many other pests. The good news is there are steps you can take to help reduce the populations of these pests… Read Post »
10 Facts About Stink Bugs
Yuck, stink bugs! While rather harmless, stink bugs are annoying, gross, and as the name says – they stink! Warm weather typically means an influx of these pests as they venture out after hiding all winter. So let’s take a closer look to get to know them. Stink Bug Facts: Stink bugs came to the… Read Post »
