A Guide to the Most Common Rodents in New York

A Guide to the Most Common Rodents in New York

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A Guide to the Most Common Rodents in New York

By WebFX Dev A Guide to the Most Common Rodents in New York

New York is the most populous U.S. city, but humans aren’t the only inhabitants — countless rats and other rodents have also made their home in the Big Apple. Brown and black rats arrived in America about 250 years ago on ships from Europe and Asia. But rats are not the only concerning rodents in the state. […]

Nuisance Wildlife Species in New York — Identification and Control Measures for Homeowners and Businesses

By WebFX Dev

Animals and insects in their natural habitat are usually not a problem. Sadly, human-caused habitat loss is a threat to wildlife species’ survival. Driven out of their homes, many animals gravitate to cities and towns searching for food. Accessible garbage bags in homes and restaurants provide an accessible food source for pests. During the winter or breeding […]

What Do Bed Bugs Look Like?

By WebFX Dev

Could anything be worse than having tiny bugs crawl over you and bite you in the night? Unfortunately, statistics indicate that one in five Americans has either experienced bed bugs themselves or knows someone who has. Bed bugs are a very common problem. Since they’re so prevalent, it’s important that you have the tools you need to […]

How Pest Control Can Help You Prepare for an SQF Audit

By WebFX Dev

A Safe Quality Food (SQF) audit is required by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) to ensure your business is worthy of receiving an NSF Food Safety Certification. You are graded based on the number of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) you earn throughout the audit. A large part of the audit consists of […]

Surefire Signs of a Possible Pest Infestation

By WebFX Dev

Pest infestations bring unwelcomed insects, rodents and more into your home, business and property. You must prevent the destruction and health hazards they bring as soon as possible, but some infestations are hard to identify right away and can escalate quickly. This guide will teach you the surefire signs that will help you identify a […]

The Most Common Kitchen Restaurant Pests

By WebFX Dev

Pests are attracted to food, making your restaurant an ideal place for them to want to be. New York has over 90,000 food service establishments that offer plenty of stored and spilled food for insects and rodents. It’s necessary to take precautions and prevent pests before they multiply. Pests can pose serious health risks to restaurant employees […]

How to Control Pests in Hospitals and Health Care Facilities

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Hospitals and health care facilities must maintain high levels of sanitation and cleanliness to prevent the spread of pathogens and keep patients and workers safe. Employees and patients are at risk of contracting diseases without proper sanitation, which can lead to patient health complications during treatment. Pests are a dangerous threat to medical facility sanitation […]

Vole vs. Mouse: What’s the Difference?

By WebFX Dev

Some people find voles and mice adorable. They scurry around with tiny paws, little whiskers, cartoonish ears and innocent-looking faces. Yet, that innocence vanishes once they start causing problems in your home, lawn or garden. Voles and mice share several other similarities, leading many people to confuse voles and mice with each other. Though knowing […]