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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…

  • Water-Resistant Ant Bait in Testing at the USDA Research Center

    Some ants can be beneficial as long as they’re outside, but others can cause big problems. Fire ants, for example, have a painful bite and tend to go after people in large numbers. Baits for these ants haven’t changed much since they were first around in the 1960s, but scientists are working on improving them.…

  • NJ Officials Warn Residents to Keep Dogs Safe from Leptospirosis

    Rats aren’t just a health hazard for humans. These rodents can also put your pets at risk. NJ officials are warning residents about leptospirosis, a serious disease that dogs can get from rats. Deadly Disease for Dogs Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that dogs can get from exposure to rat urine. How does this happen?…

  • Bed Bugs Move to the Number 2 Spot for Insurance Claims

    Bed bugs can leave itchy welts and force homeowners to get rid of belongings in an effort to eliminate these pests. That’s not the only trouble bed bugs cause. They’re among the leading drivers of liability insurance claims. Second Place Bed bugs have risen to the number two spot for the top animal-related liability insurance…

  • 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…

  • EPA Weighs In On the Use of Dry Ice for Rat Abatement

    Warmer winters have led to an increase in rat populations, which has led to city governments taking steps to address this problem. However, the methods they’re using have come under fire from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Dry Ice in Big Cities New York, Chicago, Boston and other big cities have tried using dry ice…