Category: News

  • Could Genetics Hold the Key to Beating Bedbugs?

    Bedbugs have been on the rise in recent years, prompting many calls to our Freehold exterminators. Unfortunately, these pests are getting harder to eliminate in some cases. Certain types of pesticides have proven ineffective at destroying these pests, which has prompted researchers to study better ways of handling them. Thanks to a group of scientists…

  • What You Should Know About Zika Virus

    Mosquitoes have been linked to the spread of certain diseases, such as West Nile virus, for years now, but they’ve also been spreading another type of illness. Zika virus has been in the news recently due to outbreaks in South America and the Caribbean. Zika virus can cause mild symptoms in some individuals, such as…

  • Fighting Pests with Drones and Body Cameras

    Getting rid of pests is an important job, but it’s one that comes with certain risks. Pests that are in areas that are hard to reach can make it dangerous for pest control professionals to deal with them. A pest control firm in Singapore is taking steps to reduce these risks by using technology. PestBusters…

  • 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…

  • Will We Pay the Price of Increased Pests in the Spring?

    Winter got off to an unusually warm start in NJ this past year. With temperatures being much milder than usual in December, wildlife species have been more active than normal. This also means that insect pests could be higher in number this spring, resulting in a much busier season for NJ pest control professionals. Cold…