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When you think of carpenter ants, it’s entirely possible nothing positive comes to mind. But did you know they serve an important role in the ecosystem, and have some benefits for gardens as well? Carpenter ants are fascinating creatures…as long as they don’t come too close to your home or

When it comes to pest control, it’s wise to be proactive and nip a potential infestation in the bud. But what happens when you don’t realize you have pests until the problem has already spread throughout your home? One pest that may be multiplying stealthily while you remain blissfully unaware

May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. What does that have to do with everyday pests? Quite a bit. Asthma is a respiratory condition where a person’s airways become inflamed, narrowed, swollen, and filled with mucus, making breathing difficult. Additional symptoms can include chest pain, wheezing, and coughing. Asthma

Tick season has arrived on Long Island, and with it comes the risk of contracting a tick-borne illness. The most common – and possibly most dreaded – of these is Lyme disease, a bacterial infection transmitted through tick bites. Characterized by flu-like symptoms and a distinctive bullseye rash, Lyme disease

When you engage the services of a professional pest management company, it’s almost certainly because you want to protect your home and family from bugs and rodents. But are you aware that keeping your property pest free with professional pest management helps your neighbors, your community, and the ecosystem as

In honor of National Pet Day, April 11, let’s unpack a frequently asked question: Can pets protect your garden from pests? The assumption is that outdoor cats will kill rodents and large bugs, and dogs will chase off larger pests like squirrels and raccoons. The actuality is a bit different: