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  • New Advances in Identifying Insect Genes May Lead to Better Control Efforts

    Scientists have recently discovered a new and effective method of pest control that innovative companies may soon be using. The method was derived from vinegar flies, which possess a gene that develops a waterproof coating on their bodies, allowing for protection against microbes and other environmental stress factors – including insecticides. The gene has proven…

  • Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs Surge in New Jersey

    Stink bugs are pests that have a very fitting name. They release an unpleasant odor when they are threatened or crushed. While there are native species of these bugs around, an invasive stink bug species from Asia was introduced in Pennsylvania and has been showing up elsewhere in increasing numbers. An Invasive Nuisance The brown…

  • Keep Mice Out of Your Home This Fall

    Before you know it, the weather will be cooling off and fall will be here. During this time, mice start to look for warm places to spend the fall and winter. Use the following NJ mouse control tips to keep these pests out of your home. • Double check doors and windows. These areas offer…

  • Why Should I Be Worried About Carpenter Ants?

    Carpenter ants are common pests that show up in NJ homes. These wood-chewing ants are a big problem for homeowners, but not as damaging as termites. If you see these large ants in your home, it’s important to get in touch with your pest control company in Freehold as soon as possible. Carpenter Ant Damage…

  • Late Summer – Box Elder Bugs Look to Move In With You to Stay Warm

    As temperatures cool off in the fall, some types of bugs look for warm places to stay during the winter months. Box elder bugs are one of the species that want to share your home in cold weather. Knowing more about these bugs can help you prevent them from coming into your home. • Box…

  • Fall is Clover Mite Season – How to Keep These Red Buggers Out

    While clover mites are not necessarily harmful to humans or pets, they can be a nuisance, especially when you smash them, which results in a stain. Keeping mites out of your home is best done in two parts – cover prevention and miticide. Around Your Home Clover mites generally need grass or other types of…