Category: News
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What Do You Know About the Powder Post Beetle?
The name sums up this tiny wood-boring beetle pretty well. They are capable of turning large sections of wood to powder and undermining the structural integrity of floors, cabinets, furniture and other wood. Only the tireless termite is responsible for more damage to wood in American homes. They are more destructive than other wood-boring insects…
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Argentine Ants Move Inside During Our Wet Weather
You’ve discovered an ant infestation and you don’t why they’ve moved inside nor do you know what to do to rid the premises of these fast-action, quick-moving pests that seem to be everywhere. At Allison Pest Control, we’re ready to take on the marauding masses of ants in your Freehold home or office. To help…
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Wet Weather May Prolong Termite Season
Rainy weather is more than just a nuisance in summer. It can also encourage termites to stick around longer and do more damage to homes. Wet weather makes it easier for termites to find their way inside homes, especially when walls, ceilings or other areas have suffered water damage. Termites are able to tunnel through…
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Yellow Jackets, Paper Wasps and Nesting Behavior
Yellow Jackets are the generic name for all types of yellow and black striped wasps. These include actual yellow jackets and common paper wasps. The main difference between the two in appearance is that a paper wasp has a much slender waist than the stocky waist of the yellow jacket. Nesting wise, yellow jackets nest…