Category: News
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Pantry Pests – Feeding on Your Food Stores
Ants and gnats aren’t the only insects that are drawn to food supplies. There are several other species, including Indian meal moths and saw-toothed grain beetles, that you might find in your pantry. Pantry pests typically infest certain kinds of food products, such as grains, dog and cat foods, herbs and spices, dried dairy products…
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Feeling Itchy? Could You Have Bed Bugs?
If you wake up feeling itchy and notice red marks on your skin, bed bugs might be the culprit. These tiny critters have been spreading throughout the country, including NJ. While they rarely cause medical issues, their bites can cause an allergic reaction. Bed bugs bite humans in order to feed on blood. You most…
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Your Next Pest Control Tech May Be a Woman
The pest control industry has mainly been a male one, but that’s been starting to change in recent years. More and more women are becoming pest control professionals and helping homeowners get rid of unwanted critters. While just under 4 percent of pest control workers are currently women, the Department of Labor expects that number…
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What Happens to Wasps When It Gets Cold?
Wasps are a common sight when it’s warm out, but what happens during the colder part of the year? Do you still need to worry about these stinging insects? Paper wasps, which are found throughout NJ, usually don’t make it through winter. Most of these wasps die during the cold season, except for those that…
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How to Detect the Presence of Mice in Your Home
Mice can cause a lot of damage to your home and increase your risk of catching salmonella and other serious diseases. It’s important to know what to look for if you think you might have a mouse infestation. Use the following tips to determine if these pests have invaded your home. Check for droppings: Mice…