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Commercial Facility Pest Proofing Tips: Part 2
1/31/14
As previously discussed in the article, Commercial Facility Pest Proofing Tips: Part 1, using an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program is a highly effective way to eradicate and control pests within your commercial facility. IPM uses environmentally friendly techniques to eliminate your current troubles with pests and puts into place an exclusion plan that will make your facility the last…Read More
Commercial Facility Pest Proofing Tips: Part 1
1/10/14
Making sure that your facility is kept pest free is much more than applying pesticides and placing mouse traps in corners. As a facility owner or manager, the safest and most effective way to pest proof your facility is through an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. IPM combines education, exclusion techniques, sanitation, inspection and trapping all under the watchful eye of an Integrated…Read More
What You Need To Know About Food Safety And Pests
1/7/14
Pests in your home or commercial business are not just a nuisance; they can create very unsanitary conditions in your kitchen and food prep areas. Having pests like mice, pantry pests, cockroaches, ants, and others invading your kitchen can lead to the contamination of your food, and the spreading of bacteria and diseases to you, your family, your employees, and customers. Luckily as a home or…Read More
Why Your Business Should Consider Organic Pest Management
12/22/13
Many businesses are considering the benefits of using organic pest control in order to control pest problems in and around their facilities without over-reliance on chemicals. This is especially true for facilities that deal with organic products. Having an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program in place within your facility and using an experienced pest management professional will help to…Read More
Pest Free Holiday Decorating Tips
12/18/13
The holiday season is time for family, cheer, happiness, and being surrounded by lovely holiday décor and delicious foods. Each year we pull our decorations out from storage and start creating delectable goodies and treats. Unfortunately, many times pests find their way into your holiday cheer, making unnecessary problems during the most wonderful time of the year. If you want to avoid dealing…Read More
How To Safely Store Holiday Decorations
12/16/13
The holiday season is here which means that the outside of houses are covered in beautiful Christmas lights, and the insides are decorated with decorations, ornaments, wreaths and trees. But after the holidays are over, the question soon turns to where and how are all your holiday decorations going to be stored? Because holiday decorations are taken down and put away for almost 11 months, they can…Read More
Is Your Business Prepared To Battle Pests In 2014?
12/13/13
As a business owner there are many things that you need to do to protect your business's reputation and your brand. One of the best ways to accomplish both is with a quality, reliable commercial pest control program. Making sure that your facility has taken preventative measures to prevent infestations will ensure that customers will keep coming back and that your property and product will remain…Read More
Put Away Holiday Decorations Without The Pests
12/11/13
This time of year many people’s homes are decorated top to bottom with festive holiday decorations. And once the holidays are over many will just throw their decorations in a box and the tree in the corner of the basement until next year. However, taking the time and effort to properly pack away and store your holiday decorations will ensure that they and your memories will be intact next year…Read More
4 Tips For A Pest Free Holiday
12/9/13
Time to unpack the holiday decorations for the holiday season! It’s the time of year your kids (and possibly you) have been waiting for. The fire place fills the house with a warm glow, while laughter from the children reminds you of a simpler time. The first cardboard box from storage comes out filled with tinsel and lights. You open the top while the young ones jitter with anticipation…Read More
Why Spiders Are Crawling Into Homes
12/5/13
Winter is starting show its face; the weather has cooled off and before you know it time for hot cocoa, sitting by the fire and building snowmen will be here! Unfortunately, it also means that spiders in NJ are desperately crawling around trying to gain entry to warm, New Jersey homes. These pests, like many others, are in search of a water and food source as well as a safe place to lay their eggs…Read More
Massachusetts Pest Control Tips For The Winter
12/5/13
Winter is just around the corner and the cold weather is already starting to hit New England. As homeowners we are looking to make sure that our homes are ready for winter and that everyone inside will be warm and cozy this season. Unfortunately, for us humans we aren’t the only ones getting ready for winter; pests in New England are also starting to feel the chill in the air and are trying to…Read More
Do You Have A Pest Control Plan For 2014?
12/4/13
With the New Year just around the corner, many people are starting to think of resolutions and other plans to improve themselves and their homes for the New Year. But what many people may not put on their list is making a plan to protect their homes and families from pests in 2014. So the question is, “do you have a pest control plan for 2014?” If not, you may want to start thinking about…Read More
Brown Recluse Hiding In Holiday Decorations
12/4/13
Now is the time of year where most homeowners are digging their holiday decorations out of their attics, closets, and basements in order to make their homes warm, cheery and festive for family and friends. However, this happy time could be made not so joyful if you are not careful to look at and inspect holiday decorations for signs of brown recluse spiders and other insects. Brown recluse spiders…Read More
Why You Don’t Want Winter Pests In Colorado To Move In
12/2/13
It’s winter time again, and you should be aware that a few miniature reindeer and a magic elf in a red suit aren’t the only visitors you can expect this time of year.While you and your family are sitting around that warm, glowing fireplace you may be under assault by varmints and pests. Your home provides exactly what those unwanted guests are looking for…shelter, food and water.Read More
Why You Don’t Want Roaches In Your Honolulu Home
11/26/13
There are a few words that instantly make people’s skin crawl, one such word is cockroach, and with good reason not only are they creepy and crawly but they are actually very dangerous to have in your Honolulu home. Cockroaches in Hawaiian homes should be dealt with quickly and with the help of a professional pest control company in Honolulu.Read More
Searching For A Pest Management Professional?
11/22/13
There they are again, ants marching across counter tops, cockroaches in the bathrooms, or maybe you are seeing rodents scurry across the floor. Whether you have experienced one or all of these pest scenarios in your business, you can only hope that either your DIY methods will give you a quick result or you can call on your local pest control expert to rid your business facility of these…Read More
The Dangers of Mice and Rats in Your Home
11/22/13
Have you ever been in your kitchen cooking and had a mouse scurry across your feet? Maybe you’ve been woken up in the middle of the night by the sound of scraping, an indicator of something gnawing on the inside of your walls, or even opened up your pantry to bake a cake only to find mouse or rat droppings around boxes with chewed holes in them? These are typical scenarios that homeowners come…Read More
Don’t Share Your Thanksgiving With Pests
11/19/13
Thanksgiving is a holiday where family and friends gather together to celebrate; however it is also a time of year when lots of pests and critters also try to join the holiday table. This time of year you probably have a thousand things on your to do list and being vigilant against pests may drop unnoticed to the bottom your list. But our Pittsburgh pest control professionals want to remind you…Read More
Pest Prevention Tips for Commercial Facilities
11/19/13
There is nothing worse than dealing with an invading pest in a commercial facility. Once mice are seen scampering across floors or flies are spotted buzzing around food and trashes a business’ good image and reputation can quickly become blemished. A severe pest problem has the devastating potential to ruin a company altogether. While it may seem nearly impossible to keep unwanted insects and…Read More
Cleaning Tips to Keep Your Home Pest Free Through the Holiday Season With Visitors
11/16/13
The holiday season is the time of year to celebrate, spend time with your loved ones and relax. However, when unforeseen circumstances arise so can your stress level! Pest issues are definitely a problem that can quickly diminish your holiday spirit! Don’t panic though! There are some steps you can take to better protect your home from unwanted insects and rodents that will help keep the…Read More
How To Prevent A Bed Bug Infestation In Your Home
11/7/13
Bed bugs have been in the news for the past few years and their spotlight has not faded! Bed bugs are still problematic for homeowners and residents of apartment buildings. These parasitic insects feed on the blood of mammals. Adult bed bugs are a reddish brown color and are about the size and shape of an apple seed; flat and oval in appearance. The nymphs are a smaller version of the adult bed…Read More
Fall Pest Proofing Tips For Your Maryland Home
11/5/13
Fall is a very important time of year to make sure that your home is properly protected against pests. In the fall months as the days become shorter and the weather becomes much cooler, many common household bugs will try to find shelter indoors to overwinter. If you do not take the proper steps to pest proof your Maryland home and get help with fall pest control, you will find pests in your house…Read More
What You Need To Know About Ground Termites In Hawaii
10/31/13
Ground termites are an important part of the ecological system. When in nature, they will work to break down dead and decaying plant life which helps to speed up decomposition time. The problem with ground termites begins when they make their way into Honolulu homes. Ground termites often accidentally enter into homes by making their way through cracks and crevices in home foundations and siding…Read More
Why You Don’t Want Pantry Pests In Your Texas Home
10/31/13
If you have ever been victim to a pantry pest infestation in your home then you understand just how much of a headache these pests can be. Pantry pests are the name given to a group of critters like the Indian meal moth, cigarette beetle, red flour beetle and others that infest the food products in your kitchen. The thing that makes pantry pests different from a lot of other home pest infestations…Read More
Simple Tips To Prevent Bed Bugs in Florida
10/30/13
All around America, bed bug infestations are on the rise. And unfortunately, with the large amounts of tourist traveling activity, Tampa and surrounding areas in Northern Florida are particularly at risk. One of the biggest reasons why bed bugs are an increasing problem is the ease with which they travel; literally hitching a ride on one person, jumping off, and hitching a ride with someone else.…Read More
Protect Your WV Home From Fall Pests
10/29/13
The cool crisp weather of fall is here and this means that West Virginia bugs and other pests are looking for a warm, safe home to stay in over the winter months. Common pests that are currently trying to enter homes in Charleston, West Virginia include stink bugs, spiders, lady bugs, mice and many others. These fall pests enter into homes in order to find shelter, food and water during the cold…Read More
Stink Bugs Scrambling To Find Warm Missouri Homes
10/29/13
Each year as the weather turns cooler and the snowy, harsh winter months are upon us, many pests will be scrambling to find a safe shelter that offers warmth, food and water. Stink bugs are some of the most common pests you can find in your home this fall, often entering homes through cracks, holes, and gaps around windows, doors, pipes, chimneys, wiring, eaves, soffits and exhaust fans.Read More
Cockroaches In Pennsylvania Homes
10/29/13
Cockroaches are a pest that Pennsylvania homeowners definitely do not want in their homes. Besides being very prolific breeders and being able to take over a home in a very short period of time, cockroaches carry lots of dangerous bacteria on their legs that they will spread all over kitchens, bathrooms and other parts of the home. Roaches in Pennsylvania homes require professional pest control in…Read More
Restaurant Pest Control For Portland Restaurant Owners
10/28/13
Pest control in Seattle for restaurant owners can be difficult, but it’s not impossible. Pests including sugar ants, rodents, pantry pests and other other stored product pests are known for causing problems in commercial dining establishments and without a professional relationship with a Portland pest control company, keeping these pests in check can seem almost impossible.Read More
Bed Bug Prevention Tips For Colorado Residents
10/28/13
In Colorado as well as throughout the country, bed bugs are a problem. These tiny flat and oval shaped insects are known for feeding on people’s blood while they sleep. Although they can be found around beds as their name suggests, they can be found in other places inside a home and business as well. These pests may enter your home by attaching themselves to your clothing or to your luggage…Read More
Camel Crickets In Westchester County Homes
10/28/13
Camel crickets get their name from their hump-backed appearance and they are common pests in NY that become a problem in our homes. They enter our homes when the weather is severe outdoors and they are looking for dark and damp environments in which they can thrive. How do you know if you have a camel cricket problem?Read More
Are You Finding These Common Household Bugs In Maryland?
10/8/13
There are many species of pests that can enter Maryland homes throughout the year and while many pests are just a nuisance to have in your home, there are also some more threatening pests. A few of the threats include damages to your home, contamination of your food, introduction of diseases and bacteria to your family, and damages to your personal property. Some common types of house bugs found…Read More
Outdoor Fall Cleanup To Prevent Fall Invaders
10/8/13
Fall is in full swing which means pumpkins on the porch, leaves on the grass and perhaps a small chill in the air. The fall season is also a great time to clean up outside your yard and around your home. Cleaning up your yard and home not only will prepare it for the cooler fall and winter weather but also protect your home from potential pest infestations as the cooler weather sets in. Pests…Read More
How To Prevent Common Household Bugs From Taking Over Your MD Home
9/16/13
While most homeowners want to believe that insects, rodents and pests will stay out of their home the truth is that if proper precautions and steps are not taken your Maryland home can easily be invaded by pests. Inside your home pests are not simply just a nuisance, they will damage the structure of your home, destroy personal property, introduce diseases into your home, and contaminate your food…Read More
House Spiders In PA Likely To Move Indoors Once Cool Weather Arrives
9/13/13
As cooler weather sets in, we tend to seek out indoor activities whether it’s cozying up next to the fire or having a game night around the table with friends and family. Here’s the thing though, we aren’t the only ones seeking an escape from the cold. House spiders are too!Read More
Bed Bugs… Coming To A Dorm Near You
9/12/13
Most people know that bed bugs are a problem in hotels, motels and homes, but it is important to remember especially this time of year that bed bugs can also be a real problem in colleges and dorms. There are a lot of people coming and going each day, professors, students, employees and visitors just to name a few giving bed bugs ample opportunity to make it onto a college campus. Bed bugs do not…Read More
What Are Those Tiny Red Bugs Showing Up Around Your Maryland Home?
9/10/13
If you've be noticing tiny red bugs in or around your home, you are likely looking at clover mites. While they are not dangerous insects they are definitely pests and not ones you want inside your home. Learn more about clover mites including how to prevent them and other fall pests from infesting your home and how Maryland pest control services can help if they are already inside.Read More
Moving? An Exterminator Can Help!
8/26/13
Whether you are moving into a newly constructed home or one that has been previously lived in it is possible to walk into the front door after getting your keys and find yourself with a major pest infestation and a headache on your hands. The best way to prevent a pest infestation from occurring in a new home is to get help prior to move in day from a professional pest management service. Having a…Read More
Why DIY Flea Control Products Just Don't Cut It
8/16/13
So you’ve noticed Fido or Fluffy scratching excessively and realized that fleas are the culprit- what do you do next? Do you run to store for a flea bomb, sprays and various other products that are touted to be the best in flea control? While that is the inclination of many homeowners who realize their pets and home are infested with these biting insects, perhaps there is a better solution. DIY…Read More
Is That A Mouse Or A Rat In Your Honolulu Home?
8/15/13
Having an infestation of rodents (mice, rats, it doesn’t really matter what kind) in your home is unpleasant but unfortunately it happens to homeowners in Honolulu and throughout Hawaii every day and can actually be quite dangerous. All rodents have incisors that grow continuously so to keep those teeth at a manageable length, rodents are constantly gnawing. Inside your home, they will use pipes…Read More
6 Tips To Avoid Spider Bites
8/14/13
We know they are around but just because spiders in Arkansas are a common household pest does not mean we should be subjected to their possible bites. While most spiders in the area are harmless, like many house spiders, some species including the brown recluse and black widow are a more dangerous species due to their venomous bites. The good news is that spiders are not an aggressive species so…Read More
How To Make The Exterior Of Your Home Less Attractive To Pests
6/17/13
Most pests find their way into your home to forage for food and shelter, choosing your home because they were first attracted to the outside of your property. It is important as a homeowner to ensure that the exterior of your property is maintained properly to eliminate pests that may try to get inside.Read More
3 Reasons Why You Still Need Pest Control In The Winter
1/25/11
When the temperature drops we like to snuggle up next to our fireplaces with our hot chocolate and dream about those warm summer days ahead. Unfortunately we are not always alone. There are critters lurking in our attics and crawl spaces; they are dining on our crumbs and trash and just like us, they are trying to stay warm.Read More
Enjoying the Holiday Season Pest Free
12/1/10
The holidays are filled with joy and laughter as we come together to celebrate with family. Of course it's also a stressful time of year filled with shopping, bills, and cooking, entertaining and other additional chores. Are pests really something that you need to worry about too? Unfortunately yes, but with a few easy steps, you can help keep your holiday free from nuisance and irritating…Read More
Fall Pest-Proofing
10/20/10
Each year as the weather begins to cool; we all start to hear about the importance of weather proofing our homes to conserve energy. What we often overlook is pest-proofing our home to prevent overwintering insects and rodents.Read More