How to Prepare Your Yard for Mosquito Season
How to Prepare Your Yard for Mosquito Season
July 28, 2021 By WebFX DevMosquitoes live in almost every part of the world. Many types of mosquitoes bite humans and animals, causing itchy, raised welts. Mosquitoes that do not spread diseases are commonly known as nuisance mosquitoes because they represent an annoyance, but are not harmful. On the other hand, some mosquitoes, known as vectors, can spread dangerous pathogens […]
Food Safety With Pest Control
June 8, 2021 By WebFX DevAs pests are naturally attracted to food, the food industry is particularly vulnerable to pest infestations. And as pests pose a number of threats to food preparation facilities, including food contamination, the transmission of disease and property damage, food businesses need proper pest control. In this handy guide, we’ll take a look at the most […]
Allergies Caused by Pests
May 26, 2021 By WebFX DevPests carry bacteria as they travel from one property to another. You might be familiar with the bites and bumps caused by mosquitoes and stinging insects, but can you be allergic to pests? And how do pests cause allergies? Some rodents and insects have chemicals and proteins in their skin, saliva and dander that lead […]
How to Keep Nuisance Wildlife Out of Your Home or Business
March 25, 2021 By WebFX DevWildlife can sneak into your New York home or business looking for food and warm shelter. Your neighbors might have had rodents, raccoons or squirrels lurking around their properties. In that case, you probably want to prevent these creatures from coming near your building. This guide explains how to keep rodents and squirrels out of your home […]
20 Uncommon but Common Questions About Bed Bugs
January 6, 2021 By WebFX DevQuestions you may not be asking your pest control specialist, but we know you’re asking. If you’ve noticed red, itchy welts on your skin or found blood smears on your furniture, you may have a bed bug infestation. These small, disc-like brown bugs survive on the blood of animals, including humans. They are experts at hiding though […]
Termite Damage
December 14, 2020 By WebFX DevTermite Damage: Everything You Need to Know Termites are an important part of the earth’s ecology. They usually feed on rotting and decaying wood, making them a crucial part of the earth’s natural recycling process. When they are out in the wild, they’re fulfilling a necessary role. Yet, people feel the same way about termites […]
Emotional Effects of Pest Infestations
October 2, 2020 By Pestech Pest SolutionsAside from the physical health concerns surrounding pests and the damage they can do to your home or business, an infestation can also result in emotional and psychological effects. Knowing the harm rodents and insects could have on your home and business can help you prevent an infestation from happening to protect your property and […]
DIY Commercial Pest Inspection Checklist
September 10, 2020 By Pestech Pest SolutionsIf you own a business, integrated pest management (IPM) services can help you eliminate pest activity to maintain the integrity of your company and protect the health of your employees and customers. Even if you have an IPM program in place with a pest control company, you should inspect and clean your facility seasonally between your appointments to keep […]