Category: Home Pest Control
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What’s a Ghost Ant?
If you’ve ever noticed pale brownish-yellow ants crawling around, these are known as ghost ants. They get their name from the fact that their coloring makes them very difficult to see. Although they don’t bite or sting, they’re capable of building colonies that number in the thousands, which makes them hard to get rid of.…
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Highlight on the Indian Meal Moth – a Pantry Pest
When you think of pantry pests, insects like ants, gnats and fruit flies probably come to mind, but there’s another one you should be aware of. Indian meal moths can also get into your pantry and ruin some of your food supplies. Indian meal moths are elongated bugs with a reddish-brown coloring on their wings.…
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What’s a Snow Flea?
You’ve heard of fleas that infest dogs and cats, but what about snow fleas? These are actually insects known as springtails that are capable of remaining active and alive throughout the winter. Before calling in Monmouth County pest control experts, keep in mind that snow fleas aren’t fleas. Instead, they’re insects with black segmented bodies…
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Don’t Inadvertantly Welcome in House Mice
House mice are small, but they can turn into big problems when they make their way inside your home. These mice carry other pests, such as ticks and mites, and cause damage to your home by chewing on wires and wood. They can also get into your food supplies and contaminate them. Our Monmouth County…
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Brown Recluse Spider Bites Need Medical Attention
Brown recluses are spiders that range from light to dark brown and measure up to a half inch long. While they do some good by eating cockroaches and other pests, their bites can be serious. Brown recluse spiders bite people when defending themselves. Both the males and females are capable of inflicting venomous bites that…