Category: Pantry Pests
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What Are Pantry Pests and How Are They Controlled?
Pantry pests are those that go after the food that’s in your kitchen and pantry, just as their name suggests. There are different types of pantry pests that you need to look out for, but it’s important to note that sometimes these pests can be present without your awareness. It’s helpful to know that Freehold…
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Fall’s Cooler Weather Means Pests Are Dying to Move In with You
Just like you, pests like to stay warm in the winter, and if they can’t find a warm and comfortable place, they will die from the cold. The problem is that during the fall, as the season begins to cool, pests of all types are trying to find a place to feed and stay warm,…
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Rodent Populations Grow Astronomically in US Cities
After years of declines in the rat populations of major cities, it seems rodents are starting to make a comeback in a big way. Our team at Allison Pest Control has seen what rats can do first-hand and we know what needs to be done to take care of the problem. What Causes a Population…
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Four Less Common Household Ants in New Jersey
Knowing the less common household ants in New Jersey helps you identify the right time to call for assistance for Monmouth County ant control by Allison Pest Control. Field ants Field ants don’t nest inside buildings, they nest in mounds outside. They can be red, black or brown and are 1/8-1/4 inch long. If they…
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Ants March Into Local Kitchens
There are many species of ants out there, and once they get into your kitchen the only thing that matters is that they have become your pest. But one of the most common types of kitchen invaders, the little ants that always seem to follow in line, is called an Argentine ant. From Argentina These…
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Highlight on the Indian Meal Moth – a Pantry Pest
When you think of pantry pests, insects like ants, gnats and fruit flies probably come to mind, but there’s another one you should be aware of. Indian meal moths can also get into your pantry and ruin some of your food supplies. Indian meal moths are elongated bugs with a reddish-brown coloring on their wings.…