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The Type of Mosquito That Carries Zika is Found in NJ
There have been more than 50 confirmed Zika cases in New Jersey this year, though all of them seem to be related to individuals traveling to areas where the virus is more prevalent. New Jersey has yet to see a Zika case coming transmitted by mosquitoes, but the Asian Tiger mosquito, one of only two…
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What the Feds are Doing to Help NJ Combat Zika
The threat of pregnant women catching the Zika virus has led the federal government to help New Jersey deal with the disease. To date, most of the help they have given has come in the form of grants from funds specifically set up to help states stop Zika from evolving into a major public health…
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Sowbugs and Centipedes Are Closer to Crabs Than Insects
Some of the pests you find around your home aren’t necessarily insects, even though they look very bug-like. Centipedes and sowbugs are examples of bugs that aren’t really bugs. Instead, these critters are arthropods that are related to crabs, lobsters, and other crustaceans. Keep in mind that our Tom’s River exterminator can help get them…
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Know the Carpet Beetle – a Pest Frequently Confused with Bed Bugs
Carpet beetles look very similar to bed bugs in size and shape, but they are nowhere near the nuisance when it comes to health hazards for humans. Your clothes are another story, since carpet beetles larvae like to munch on animal fibers such as wool and fur. Where to Look For Carpet Beetles The name…
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