Allison Pest Control

Category: Problem Insects

  • Are Your Ants Pavement Ants or Carpenter Ants? How to Know.

    Ants are a headache for many homeowners in NJ, but different species can cause different kinds of problems. Being able to tell which species you have in your home can help you understand what you’re dealing with. Carpenter ants and pavement ants are two common ant species found in NJ. Here’s how you can determine…

  • The Worst of the Summertime Pests Get Worse with Global Warming

    The summer months keep pest control companies in Freehold busy, as more insect pests tend to be around causing problems for homeowners. With increasing temperatures, thanks to global warming, more and more of these bugs are expected to be out and about. There are two summer bugs that you should worry about the most as…

  • Wasps, Hornets, and Yellow Jackets Part Three – What does a Yellow Jacket Look Like?

    Yellow jackets are among the most feared stinging insects and for good reason. These pests are usually more of a nuisance than paper wasps and hornets thanks to their nesting habits and diet. Keep the following information in mind if you want to know whether or not you have yellow jackets around the yard. Don’t…

  • Do Termites Make Noise? Can You Hear Them?

    Termites are not commonly seen by the naked eye, but the damage they cause by feeding on wood is quite visible and shouldn’t be taken lightly. If you suspect you have a termite infestation in your New Jersey home, listen for the following three sounds that have been identified as being termite sounds, though plenty…

  • Carpenter Ants: Where do They Like to Nest?

    Small black ants are a common sight during summer, but what about those larger ones? If you see big black ants in or around your home, you might have a problem with carpenter ants. These ants won’t go after your food as other ants do. Instead, they’re more likely to cause a considerable amount of…

  • The Carpenter Ant Queen Goes on a “Walkabout”

    Winged swarms of males and females are common in many ant species and especially troublesome if they’re carpenter ants. While some ants live outside your home, carpenter ants seek out moist wooden areas inside for their nests. Knowing what a carpenter ant looks like once she’s shed her wings means you can call Monmouth County…