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As the vibrant colors of summer fade and the crisp air of autumn settles in, many of us look forward to cozy evenings indoors. For residents of , fall brings the unwelcome arrival of pests, when they seek shelter from the cooling temperatures. These pesky invaders want warmth, shelter, and food. Sadly, your home is…
Brood XIV cicadas are set to swarm in 2025, so now’s the time to prepare your property and learn how to deal with the noise and activity. Cicadas are big, flying insects that show up during summer. Drawn to loud noises like lawnmowers and power tools, they feed on tree sap but pose no real…
Whether it’s an evening under the Friday night lights, NFL Sunday afternoons enjoyed from your backyard, or a pickup game in the park, the beginning of football season is one of the surest heralds of fall’s arrival. We love all things football, but there’s one kind of football you should actively avoid – the wasp…
Lyme disease is a serious tick-borne health threat to Long Island residents, with the East End logging some of the highest infection rates in the country. The area has a massive population of black-legged (deer) ticks and of those more than half carry the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. Due to increasingly mild winters and…
Not all bees are created equal. Most happily pollinate plants, make honey, and play their crucial role in the food chain. Others, however, may wreak havoc by being aggressive or destructive. Two rather “friendly” species you may encounter are carpenter bees and bumblebees. Is that a Carpenter Bee or Bumble Bee? These large bees are…
We all know that April showers bring May flowers, but are they also ushering unwelcome guests into our homes and yards? It seems like springtime is prime time for wet weather pests – whether they are of the creeping, crawling, or flying variety. What happens to insects when it rains… and how does that impact…
The days are lengthening, birds are singing in the trees, and flowers are budding… it’s spring on Long Island. Unfortunately, along with the glories of the season come springtime pests – including the annual invasion of multiple ant species. What Months Are Ants Most Active? Ants are most active during the warmer months. They are…
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…
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.…
Halloween is upon us, and with it comes an affinity for all things creepy… and creepy crawly. In addition to pumpkins, ghosts, and ghouls, we often decorate our homes with oversized sparkly spiders and giant spiderwebs. In addition to a neighborhood full of spider-themed holiday decorations, you may be seeing more real, live spiders than…