Summer in Massachusetts is a beautiful time. Whether you’re soaking up the sun in Cape Cod or relaxing in your backyard, it is important to stay safe from pests. Here’s an inside look at the most abundant pests in Massachusetts: Mosquitoes There are close to twenty documented mosquito species in eastern Massachusetts alone! These pests […]

No one wants to deal with a pest infestation of any kind, but unfortunately they do occur. Insects and rodents can be very resilient, but fortunately there are a few things you can do as a homeowner to deter them from stepping foot in your home from the start. 1. Be clean. It’s no surprise […]

If you live in a heavily wooded area, or frequent hiking trails and brush-filled parks, ticks are definitely one of the most important pests on your radar. These tiny vampires feed on blood and can carry a variety of dangerous diseases. While we recommend spraying your yard each year to minimize your tick population, here […]

Have you ever felt like you were the only person at a barbecue getting bit by mosquitoes? Don’t worry, you’re not imagining it. It’s true that some people attract mosquitoes more easily than others, and we’re going to tell you why. Humans produce carbon dioxide. The human body inhales oxygen and exhales carbon dioxide, which […]

Most people are aware of the threat of Lyme Disease that ticks can spread, but there are other tick-borne illnesses that can be carried and transmitted by these pesky bugs as well. In addition to Lyme Disease, here are some of the more common infections that can be caused by a tick bite: Tick-Borne Relapsing […]

There’s nothing that brings you down on a summer day quicker than a tick sighting or the discovery of a tick bite after an afternoon in the sun. That’s because not only are ticks bothersome, but they can also carry dangerous diseases that are potentially harmful to you, your family and your pets. But don’t […]