Category: Disease Carrying Pests
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Identification Tips for Four Types of Cockroaches
Cockroaches come in different sizes and species. Knowing which type you have around can help you determine how much of a problem they are and when it’s time to get help from NJ pest control services. American Cockroaches American cockroaches are large, light brown bugs that mainly prefer living outdoors in humid environments. They can…
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Truth or Fiction? New Jersey Has 63 Varieties of Mosquitoes.
You can’t spend an evening outside in NJ when it’s warm out without getting at least one mosquito bite, and that’s no surprise. NJ really does have 63 different mosquito species, which gives NJ pest control services plenty to do in summer. 62 Residents, 1 Visitor Sixty-two of the mosquito species sampled in NJ are…
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The Connection: Cockroaches and Food-Borne Illnesses
The sight of cockroaches in your home is disturbing enough, but there’s another reason to dread having these pests around. Cockroaches carry food-borne illnesses that can end up being potentially life-threatening. Dangerous Germs Cockroaches pick up bacteria and other germs that can lead to serious food-borne infections in humans. As these pests move around your…
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Brace Yourself for These Top Summer Pests in New Jersey
It’s that time of year when bugs come out in full force, leading homeowners to call Ocean County NJ pest control companies. You’ll probably see nuisance bugs outside, but some can manage to find their way indoors and create a problem in your NJ home. Here are some of the more common pests to watch…
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Scientists Use a Virus That Effectively Puts House Flies on Birth Control
House flies are among the most common pests that are around in summer and Ocean County NJ pest control companies deal with these pests throughout the season. Flies don’t bite, but they do carry germs that they leave on surfaces and food. Fortunately, researchers are working on ways to reduce their numbers. A Beneficial Virus…
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News Flash: Mosquitoes and the West Nile Disease
It’s that time of year when mosquitoes come out in full force and will probably require NJ pest control services to keep them under control. In addition to leaving itchy bites and welts, these pests can pose another risk. They can transmit West Nile virus to people through their bites. Mild Cases West Nile virus…