Pest Control Tips

  • 4 Things To Do If You Hear Scratching in Your Walls

    Scratching in the walls is never a good sign. No, you’re not living in a horror movie – but you probably do have pests living in your walls. If you hear scratching in your walls at night, it could be mice, rats, squirrels, raccoons, bats, termites, carpenter ants, or even roaches. They tend to come…

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  • Preventing Stinging Insects from Nesting on Your Property

    Bees, hornets, and wasps aren’t just bothersome, especially for those with allergies, they can pose a real health concern. If someone in your home is allergic, preventing these pests from nesting nearby becomes essential for their safety and peace of mind. When allergies are a concern, simply spending time outside can be stressful every day…

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  • Can Bed Bugs Live in a School or Dorm?

    So, you’ve sent the kids off to prep school or college. You’ve taught them life skills like independence and how to get along with (and manage conflict with) all kinds of people in their dorm. But have you prepared them for the worst roommates of all? Bed bugs are tiny insects that feed on the…

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  • 7 Ways to Have a Bug-Free Backyard Party

    Summer means outdoor entertaining and, while you might like large gatherings, you don’t want uninvited guests – like mosquitoes. From the itchy annoyance of bug bites to concerns about mosquito-borne diseases, pests are a big concern for any outdoor gathering. Luckily, there are ways to have a bug-free backyard picnic. How Do I Keep Mosquitoes…

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  • 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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  • What’s in Your Chimney – Santa or a Raccoon?

    What’s that rustling noise in your chimney? Could it be…Santa? We don’t want to be the bearer of bad news at this otherwise joyous time of the year, but unless it’s Christmas Eve and you hear sleigh bells on the roof, chances are it’s not Santa Claus. Any sounds of scrabbling, rustling, clawing, scratching, or…

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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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  • 4 Tips for Keeping Your Pumpkins Safe

    Fall decorating means pumpkins, especially for outdoor decorating. Whole or carved into jack-o-lanterns, pumpkins are frequently placed on porches, steps, and walkways to provide a festive seasonal touch. Yet as cute as they are, pumpkins are a fruit that could attract bugs and/or rodents in addition to complementing your décor. Do Pumpkins Attract Pests? Unless…

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  • 7 Carpenter Bee Prevention Tips

    One of the summer’s lazy pleasures is watching bees buzzing in your yard, going about their business. Not so pleasurable is finding out that some of these busy bees are busy damaging your home. Carpenter bees are a common summertime sight on Eastern Long Island and sometimes a significant headache for homeowners. These destructive pests…

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  • Prepare Your Property Against Pests This Spring

    Every spring, homeowners wonder, what is the best defense against pests? It can seem daunting, but the good news is that a few steps, which also provide additional benefits, will help prevent pests from infesting your home and property. How Can You Stop Pests Entering Your Home? Ultimately, preventing pests boils down to a two-pronged…

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