Until recently, you may have thought bed bugs were just a myth. We’ve all heard the old nursery rhyme, “Sleep tight; don’t let the bed bugs bite.” Bed Bug Infestation Is Expanding, and In the News We wish we could tell you that it was only a rhyme or a myth, but bed bugs are […]
Most spiders live outdoors, do not pose any health risks to people, and are generally helpful by keeping insect populations in check. However, all spiders have venom and use it to subdue their prey and to pre-digest their prey’s bodily contents. Though all spiders have voluntary control of how much venom they inject during a […]
We received a call the other day from a homeowner. That morning her son woke up with a grouping of small dark pink welts on his back. She immediately suspected a bed bug problem, but had no idea how the insects could have been introduced into her home. She was somewhat embarrassed, and repeatedly told […]
What a beautiful Northeastern Fall we’re experiencing this year as we rapidly approach the peak of Fall colors. But there’s a downside. As temperatures drop mice begin looking for Winter food and shelter…possibly in your home! Each year at this time hundreds of homeowners in Southern Connecticut call for help with house mouse control. Credits: […]
Pantry Moth Extermination and Prevention Is Essential In the 21st Century In spite of all our modern advances, it’s still a myth that food from the grocery store is insect-free. Actually, even the what appears to be a perfect hermetically sealed container can harbor hundreds of insect eggs! Credits: Pantry Moths in the Howling Storm […]
New Thought: Cockroach Value? Here’s a different perspective on the hated cockroach. Some people are actually beginning to see the value of cockroaches. There’s a new trend in China: Cockroach farming. Yes, they’re actually breeding cockroaches. Why? Cockroach Value Economically Cockroaches have an economic value and entrepreneurs across China are cashing in on the increasing value […]
Why Cockroach Prevention? Here are some startling facts: American cockroaches have been reported to spread At least 33 kinds of bacteria Six kinds of parasitic worms At least seven other kinds of human pathogens They can pick up germs on the spines of their legs and bodies as they crawl through decaying matter or sewage […]
Rat Prevention Tips: Especially Valuable for Homes Near Water Do you live near a water source, for example, a lake, pond, river or creek? These areas can be especially favorable for rats, making your home a prime target. Rat Prevention by Making Your Home “Rat Unfriendly” Attack the problem with a three-fold strategy: Create rat […]
Rat Infestation: You May Not Know It Exists Rats are the root cause for destruction and contamination in the home and business; able to increase their colonies with 20 pups through their lifetime. Credits: Articles Life » Tips For Atlanta Rat Control How is it possible to have a rat infestation in your home and not even […]
Have you noticed that yellow jackets are especially aggressive and cranky in the fall? They seem to be everywhere, and ready to attack if you get too close, make loud noises, or just look at them wrong! Ever wondered why? Fall Yellow Jackets are Defending Their Queen Michigan State University Entomologist Howard Russell says this is […]
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