This video shows how quickly a Norway rat can enter a small hole. A Norway rat can enter any hole they can fit their head. Holes the size of a quarter rats can use to enter a structure. This video is from a basement. The basement has a stone foundation wall with missing masonry. It […]
Protecting the health of team members and customers is the most important part of our job. The coronavirus has heightened the awareness about the steps we need to take to protect ourselves and you. We are following the CDC guidelines and working to make sure team members have the materials, guidance and training to limit […]
What makes an insect a social insect? Social insects are insect that live in caste systems. The word social regarding insects does not have the same meaning as a social person. We expect a social person to engage with others. Social insect caste systems consist a king and queen and a retinue of insect types […]
Do not feed wildlife. Absolutely not. No way, under any circumstances. There is not a good reason to feed wildlife. Wildlife doesn’t need your help to survive. Why shouldn’t I feed wildlife or birds? I hope that makes it clear. Wildlife needs to be wild and feeding them creates many problems. First, outside feeding is […]
The best mouse control is the one that works! Mouse entry exclusion and effective trapping is the best solution for most mouse problems. Baits can be used successfully where exclusion may not be possible or cost effective. An example of an area baits are more effective than trapping and exclusion is a garage because garage […]
Congratulate Stephen on his promotion to Pest Control Sales and Service Manager. Stephen started in August 2013 as a lawn care technician. He has successfully performed every role asked of him over the past six years including pest control service technician, termite technician, and salesperson. His work ethic, knowledge and great attitude will be a […]
Quick answer: A woodpecker attacks a house for one of three reasons — it’s hunting insects (often carpenter bees or carpenter ants) living in the wood, it’s excavating a nest or roost cavity, or it’s drumming on a resonant surface to attract a mate or mark territory. In Eastern Massachusetts, the most common culprit is […]
A common question about mouse control: How often do I need to inspect and service for mice? We do not use bait for mice in a single family home. We prefer not to use mouse bait at all, but some properties like large multi-unit buildings, buildings with poor foundations and garages benefit from a secure […]
The ladybug or lady beetle is the official insect of Massachusetts. It became the official insect through the work of a second grade class in Franklin. These second graders learned the state symbols including the state bird, the chickadee, and the state fish, the cod. Then they wanted to know why there wasn’t a state […]
Congratulations Ross on your promotion to Lawn and Plant Health Care Service Manager. Ross joined our company in October 2010. He is a valuable team member and a hard worker. He started out doing lawn care and then pest control service. Ross is a natural leader and resonates our company core values. He has a strong […]