Tag: problem insects
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The Subterranean Termite…Their Name Says It All!
The definitions of “subterranean” as described by Dictionary.com are: • Existing, situation, or operating below the surface of the earth; underground. • Existing or operating out of sight or secretly; hidden or secret Both definitions accurately describe the living, feeding, and breeding areas of a subterranean termite to a tee! Existing for millions of years, the eastern…
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Spiders…Beneficial And Pests!
Spiders inside of your New Jersey home can be a blessing and a curse depending on if you have arachnophobia, otherwise known as the “fear of spiders”. Some spiders hunt for their prey while others lie in wait for their prey to be entrapped in their web report Monmouth County, NJ pest control professionals. Spiders…
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Bed Bugs In Libraries…It Stands To Reason!
Over the past month or so, there has been some backlash to an article that was published by the New York Times on December 5, 2012 about bed bugs being found in library books. Some nay-sayers, including bloggers and some entomologists believe that library books are completely safe to borrow and bring home. Patrons who…
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Landlord/Tenant Disputes Over Bed Bug Infestations
Bed bug infestations have caused serious disputes between landlords and tenants throughout the United States report Monmouth County, NJ pest control professionals. The massive outbreak of the bloodsucking pests has prompted many municipalities to create regulations spelling out who is responsible for bed bug eradication services if a rental property becomes infested. Some laws in…
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Vintage Clothing Stolen…Don’t Mind The Bugs!
There are always a variety of thefts reported from cars and people’s homes during the holiday season. Sometimes surprising items are taken from other locations as well. The Albany Democrat-Herald reported on November 30, 2012 that thieves made off with some interesting items that belonged to the Linn County Historical Museum in Oregon. The museum…
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Officials Hope That Tracking Bed Bugs Will Lead To Their Demise
They can’t fly and are not known to transmit diseases to humans or pets; however they are certainly an annoyance if you encounter them and even worse if you happen to bring them into your home. Like many other areas in the United States, reports of bed bug infestations have reached epidemic proportions in the…