We all know how the stink bug got its name and it is for that reason that we prefer to keep them as far away from us as possible. Just like any other pest, the stinkbug comes inside to look for a quick meal and to escape the chill at this time of year. To […]

Most of the animal kingdom prefers warm temperatures to cold ones. With this in mind, you should not be surprised to hear that pests tend to pop up more frequently indoors this time of year. Whether it is spiders, mice, squirrels or other critters, you want to make sure that there is a divide between […]

In the spirit of Halloween, we have decided to compile a list of the scariest bugs this world has to offer. Fortunately for all of us, these pests are not native to the Massachusetts area, but they do threaten humans in other areas throughout the world. They are big, scary and you wouldn’t want to […]

Massachusetts is home to the Red Sox, Paul Revere and so much rich American history. Unfortunately, it is also home to over 300 different species of insects who have grown and adapted with the climate. Here are just a few of the insects that call our great state home. The American Cockroach This roach has […]

Arachnophobia is the medical term for an extreme or irrational fear of spiders. While we might not all be arachnophobic, nobody really likes spiders! If you want to keep them out of sight and out of mind, you’ll need these spider repelling tips: Save Your Mints Peppermint is a human favorite, but spiders absolutely despise […]

Savory meats, delicious treats and… pests? You want your restaurant to feature the first two, but the latter can turn your once promising restaurant into an empty shell. The good news is, pests are easily deterred with the help of a pest control professional. Beetles and Moths These pests are typically brought into your establishment […]