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Playing in a pile of autumn leaves is a core childhood memory. We all remember crisp, cool weekends spent raking leaves and jumping into the ever-shifting heap of reds, yellows, and golds. When you were younger, you probably didn’t realize that those piles of pure joy had a hidden ick factor. Before you share the…
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…
Watching squirrels frolicking is a late summer pleasure. Let’s face it, they’re adorable – chasing each other across the yard and gathering food for the cooler months to come. They may be cute, but are squirrels truly welcome on your property? And what about your garden: do they do more harm or good for your…
It’s summertime, and suddenly there are a few mysterious holes in your siding, deck, or other wood areas of your home. You prod one of the holes and a little sawdust comes out. Then you see it… a dark, fuzzy bee that has been droning around the yard enters the hole. “What in the world…
Keeping pests away from your home and yard is a year-round endeavor, but springtime truly is “go time” for preventing bug and rodent invasions. This is when overwintering pests emerge from hibernation and eggs laid in the fall hatch… creating hordes of hungry pests that are ready to invade your property for sustenance, mates, and…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
Of the various types of wasps, yellow jackets have one of the fiercest reputations. Thoughts of them usually conjure mental images of airborne hostility and repeated painful stings. Why Are Yellow Jackets So Aggressive? Stepping in a yellow jacket ground nest can be flat-out dangerous. Yellow jackets are social insects, so they instinctively collaborate for…