Category: Cockroaches
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Get to Know Your German Cockroaches Better
German cockroaches are common pests in NJ homes. In fact, these brown bugs are one of the top pests we handle at Allison Pest Control NJ. How much do you know about these bugs? Check out the following facts about them. • They’re shy. While you might see a German cockroach or two in your…
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Cockroach Extermination – The Extreme Edition
We at Allison Pest Control in NJ have seen some pretty bad cockroach infestations, as well as some novel methods homeowners have used to try to get rid of them. Extreme Extermination One individual in Washington decided to take the notion of DIY extermination to its logical extreme. A can of bug spray can certainly…
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Are Robot Makers Taking Tips on Design From Cockroaches?
While the sight of cockroaches usually means it’s time to bring in Monmouth County pest control, these insect nuisances do serve a purpose. Researchers have been studying cockroaches in order to build new robot models. Researchers at the University of California at Berkeley are using the American cockroach as a model for robots due to…
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What Would Happen to a World Without Bugs – Thought for the Day
Ants, flies and other bugs prompt many NJ homeowners to seek help from Monmouth County pest control experts. While these bugs can be a headache for homeowners, the world would be in much worse shape if all of them disappeared. A world without insects would affect all life on the planet. Bugs play a crucial…
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Fun Fact: Amber Has Trapped Prehistoric Insects
T ermites, cockroaches and other insect pests are a common reason for NJ residents to seek help from Monmouth County pest control experts. While you might not appreciate seeing these insects inside your home, it’s fascinating to think about how long some of these species have been around. Some types of insects have been on…