Summer is Rat Season
It’s summertime, and the rats are taking over some places! Summer is rat season because it’s when their food and water sources are most readily and easily available. Think about all the outdoor picnics and get-togethers people have, where food crumbs end up on the ground. Rats will come get them. Rats are active during… Read more »
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Proper Cleanup is Essential After You Have a Rodent Problem
Don’t read this if you’ve got a weak stomach or throw up easily. There– you’ve been warned… Rodents– ugh, right? Some mice are cute, like Mickey Mouse, especially if they’re a cartoon character. But most rodents, in real life, creep people out! And when they’re running around the floors of your house or building? It’s… Read more »
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Leave it to Professionals When Removing Snakes From Your Property
What do people fear? There’s public speaking, of course, but there are also several animals and critters people will literally run away from– rats, mice, cockroaches, spiders and snakes to name a few. Slithering along, snakes often surprise people. They come and go quickly. If you’ve seen one in your house, you were probably surprised… Read more »
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Look Out For Rodents on Your Porch and Deck This Summer
Summer’s coming and with that comes warmer weather. People will spend time outdoors on their porches and decks, enjoying some sunshine. But what if rodents appear while a person is just trying to relax? What if a rat shows up on the porch? Or a mouse squeaks by on the patio? You might need to… Read more »
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Are Raccoons Dangerous to Pets and Kids?
Raccoons are medium-sized mammals native to North America. Typically, most raccoons measure between 16 to 28 inches in body length and weigh between 11 and 57 pounds. Their most distinguishing features include front paws, facial masks, and ringed tails. Raccoons are intelligent– studies show that they can remember the solution to tasks for at least… Read more »
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Pest Prevention 101: How to Keep Pests Out of Your Attic
In your house, do you spend a lot of time in your attic? If you’re like most people, you rarely if ever spend time there. Yet the attic is one of the places in a house where pests and critters love to visit, and take up residence! In an attic, you might get bats, birds,… Read more »
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What Should You Know About Opossums?
If you’re like most people, you rarely if ever see an opossum. They’re active at night, so it’s not like you’d see them in the daylight unless they’re sick or roadkill. Now, that said, you might find evidence that an opossum is near your house. For instance, say you have cement steps leading up to… Read more »
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Why Do Mice Keeping Coming Into My Home?
Have you noticed a mouse in your house? If so, you’re probably wondering, “Why are they coming to my house of all places?” Food Typically, the main reason you might find mice in your house is that they’re seeking food, and you have food! For instance, do you ever leave food out on the counter… Read more »
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Are Squirrels in My Home?
Cute as they are, squirrels belong outside– not in people’s homes. How do you know if you have squirrels in your house? Indicators of Squirrels in Your Home Have you seen shredded insulation? Does it look like certain pieces of wood have been gnawed at by something? Is there an electrical problem because a wire… Read more »
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Issues Caused By a Bat Infestation
Most people shudder at the thought of having just one bat in their house. Can you imagine how you’d feel if your house was home to a bat infestation? Yikes! During the colder months, bats like to look for warm spots to call home… so they’re drawn to attics, chimneys and walls. If bats have… Read more »
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