Pest Prevention

  • 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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  • Is There a Way to Prevent German Cockroaches?

    German cockroaches — the small, tan roaches you might spot scurrying in your kitchen — are among the hardest pests to keep at bay. Their ability to slip through tiny cracks, hide in obscure spots, and produce egg cases housing 30–50 nymphs makes early prevention your strongest defense. Compared to larger species like American or…

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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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  • How Does Thermacell LIV Work?

    Your summer could be blissfully free of flying, biting pests with the right solution. Thermacell LIV is a permanently installed insect deterrent that uses heat-activated cartridges to emit vaporized repellent. It is effective against disease carrying mosquitoes… as well as flies, midges, and flying ants. The Thermacell LIV is clean, quiet, unobtrusive, and free of…

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  • Termite Prevention Tips

    Termites are among nature’s most destructive pests. They cause $40 billion in damage each year to agricultural and lumber interests, and another $5 billion to homeowners for termite prevention and residential damage repairs. Many affected homeowners will be out-of-pocket for their expenses, as most insurance policies don’t cover termite damage. Long Island is home to…

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  • Travel and Bed Bugs

    Bed bugs are a souvenir no one wants to bring home from a trip. Recent headlines from Paris have reignited fears of encountering these blood-sucking menaces while traveling. You don’t have to let concerns about bed bugs ruin your travel plans. There are common sense precautions you can take to protect yourself when you’re on…

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  • Tips on How to Identify and Prevent a Rodent Infestation

    No one wants to discover a rodent in their house. Mice and rats are unwelcome pests that contaminate food, carry diseases, and cause property damage. If you see a single rodent, you may wonder if there are more nearby… and if you may be dealing with an infestation. The best prevention of an infestation is…

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  • How Did Ancient Civilizations Deal with Rodent Control?

    Humans have battled rodents since time immemorial. Throughout history, rats and mice have damaged crops, destroyed stored food, and spread diseases. Today we have safe, effective methods to eliminate these pest threats… but that was not always the case. How Did Ancient Egyptians Stop Mice Infestations? Thousands of years ago in ancient Egypt, rodent control…

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  • 5 Tips for Preventing Firewood Pests

    Nothing says “cozy season” like settling down for an evening in front of the fireplace. The sound of a crackling fire on a cold night might even create a core memory, but nothing kills the vibe before it begins like grabbing a log to throw on the fire and finding out it’s full of bugs.…

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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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