Category: Insect Identification

  • Increasing Tick Populations Can Put Your Health At Risk

    Whether you’re hiking in the woods or wandering around your own property, being on the lookout for ticks is important. These biting pests can cause Lyme disease, an illness that requires prompt treatment to avoid serious complications. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently stated that there has been a sharp increase in…

  • What’s Biting You? Identifying Common Bug Bites

    Bedbugs, ticks, fleas and other pests that bite are a common reason for people in NJ to turn to Tom’s River pest control professionals. If you’re being bitten in your home and aren’t sure what is causing these bites, there are a few ways to determine what type of pest you have. Bedbugs leave tiny,…

  • Termite Awareness Week Is Coming Up

    While spring brings warmer weather and sunshine, it’s also the time when termites become very active. In order to warn the public about these damaging pests, the Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA) is holding Termite Awareness Week from March 13 through 19. During Termite Awareness Week, PPMA will work on making homeowners more aware of…

  • Bugs Are Confused by Our Weird Winter Weather

    Winter got off to a warm start in New Jersey, especially during the holidays. While many NJ residents have enjoyed having temperatures that are warmer than usual, this weather has also led to an increase in pests throughout the state. December’s mild temperatures have confused bees and other bugs, as well as flowers and trees,…

  • Bed Bugs Invade NJ Municipal Court

    Bed bugs are becoming a bigger problem around the country, and New Jersey is no exception. The Jersey City Municipal Court recently dealt with a bed bug infestation this past summer after battling these tiny pests back in 2010. Bed bugs in the court were detected using dogs that are specially trained to sniff out…

  • What You Should Know About Eastern Subterranean Termites

    If you’ve ever noticed a bunch of termites swarming around your home, that’s a good indication that you have an infestation. These wood-eating insects are a common problem that our Toms River NJ pest control company deals with. These termites, which are known as Eastern Subterranean Termites, burrow in the ground, but they can make…