Indoor Pests

  • Mistakes Homeowners Make That Attract Roaches in the Fall

    They’re smart, difficult to eradicate, and – as a species – will probably outlive us all. Yes, we’re referring to cockroaches. These prolific pests can produce hundreds of offspring during their lifetime, and they can live for nearly a year… a robust lifespan for an insect. You might think that cold weather would reduce their

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  • Early Warning Signs of Bed Bugs

    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 is the bed bug. June

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  • Are Termites Descendants of Cockroaches?

    Besides being nasty pests that you don’t want anywhere near your home, it might seem that termites and cockroaches have little in common. They’re quite different in appearance and their impact on your home isn’t even remotely comparable. But – in observance of Termite Awareness Week, March 5-11 – we will share some evolving scientific

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  • Top 5 Pests on Long Island Active in Winter

    Many outdoor pests die off or hibernate during the winter. But there are others that adapt to cold weather and worse – find their way into your home or business. Once they have settled into a safe, climate-controlled structure… what season it is won’t make much of a difference to these invaders. Let’s consider some

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  • Impact of Climate Change on Rodents

    In 2012, Superstorm Sandy was a wake-up call for Long Island residents. We learned that climate change – once dismissed as a problem mainly for those in hotter climates – might be knocking on our door. In the decade since then… we have seen warmer, shorter winters and a warming, rising Long Island Sound. Climate

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  • How Fear of Spiders Is a Common Phobia in the U.S.

    For some people, encountering a spider provokes a visceral reaction. They experience sweating, shaking, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, lightheadedness, and other symptoms similar to a panic attack. They may misjudge the situation, perceiving a spider as closer or larger than it actually is… thereby magnifying the fear response and creating a feedback loop of terror. The

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  • The Most Annoying Winter Pests On Long Island

    The weather is getting colder here on Long Island; it’ll be months before spring warms us back up again. We do our best to stay warm and limit our time out in the cold, and unfortunately, we’re not the only ones out there doing just that. If you want to stay out of the cold,

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  • Can Acorns be Blamed for Mice Entering Your Home This Fall?

    Do you live in a neighborhood with majestic, mature oak trees? Lucky you! Oaks provide bountiful shade cover in the spring and summer, producing a riot of color in the fall. They’re among the most popular and common trees in New York, with several species native to Long Island. If you live near oaks, you

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  • Rodent Awareness Week – Hidden Health Dangers of Rodents

    Whether scampering across your kitchen floor or scrabbling in your walls or attic, rodents are unwelcome visitors to your home. Fall is prime time for invading rats, mice, squirrels, and other small rodents. As temperatures drop, they seek warmth, food, and shelter indoors. Unfortunately, their desire for comfort is not compatible with your need for

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  • What Are Odorous House Ants?

    You see a few tiny ants crawling toward a forgotten breakfast crumb on your counter. Without thinking, you squish them with a paper towel, and suddenly there’s an unpleasant smell of rotting coconut. Yuck! You have odorous house ants. How Big Do Odorous House Ants Get? Odorous house ants may have a significant smell but

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