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Category: Residential Pest Tips

Resistance Is Futile: How Modern Pest Services Combats Pesticide Resistance Through Integrated Pest Management 

Resistance Is Futile: How Modern Pest Services Combats Pesticide Resistance Through Integrated Pest Management 

Pesticide resistance is a growing concern in pest control, affecting residential, commercial, and agricultural settings alike. When pests like rodents and insects develop immunity to chemicals that once controlled them effectively, it poses significant challenges for maintaining healthy, pest-free environments. At Modern Pest Services, we recognize the importance of addressing this issue head-on. Our commitment… Read more »

How Smart Are Rodents?

How Smart Are Rodents?

Scientists have long used rats and mice to study not only the world around us but also ourselves. Despite extensive research, there’s still much we don’t understand about how these creatures think and learn. What we do know is that rodents are smarter than most people give them credit for, and underestimating them can lead… Read more »

How to Keep Your Home Rat-Free This Fall

How to Keep Your Home Rat-Free This Fall

As fall approaches and temperatures drop, rat activity around homes tends to rise. Modern’s SMART system data shows that while rats are a year-round issue, late Summer and Fall are prime times to rodent-proof and ensure your home is secure. Combining simple exclusion measures with professional pest control can keep rodents from making themselves at… Read more »

How to Avoid the Nightmare: Your Guide to Identifying and Preventing Bed Bugs

How to Avoid the Nightmare: Your Guide to Identifying and Preventing Bed Bugs

Having bedbugs can be a nightmare.  As if the itchy, red welts aren’t bad enough, the anxiety, sleep deprivation, and social isolation they cause can be incredibly overwhelming. But fear not—by taking a few proactive measures, you can safeguard yourself and your belongings from these bloodsuckers. From meticulous luggage packing to vigilant home inspections, here’s… Read more »

Are Cockroaches  Creeping in Your Home?

Are Cockroaches  Creeping in Your Home?

Cockroach infestations can often remain hidden until the problem becomes severe. These pests are nocturnal and tend to stay out of sight during the day, making early detection challenging. If you suspect a roach problem, watch for these signs: How Do Roaches Get Inside Your Home? Roaches often enter homes by hitching rides on infested… Read more »

Why Are Bedbugs So Hard to Kill? 

Why Are Bedbugs So Hard to Kill? 

Bedbugs survived the End Cretaceous Mass Extinction 65 million years ago, which wiped out 76% of all species on Earth and enveloped the planet in impenetrable ash that blocked out the sun, as well as every man-made attempt to wipe them out. These pests laugh in the face of hardware store pesticide sprays.  Humans have… Read more »

Top 5 Reasons Not To DIY Pest Control:

Top 5 Reasons Not To DIY Pest Control:

We get it—it’s tempting to tackle a pest issue on your own. But DIY pest control can lead to unintended risks, from injuries to costly damage. With our experience, we’ve seen how things can go wrong, and we’re here to help youavoid those mistakes. Here are the top 5 reasons to reconsider DIY pest control:… Read more »

Swarm Smarts: What To Do If You’re Being Chased By Wasps 

Swarm Smarts: What To Do If You’re Being Chased By Wasps 

Encountering a swarm of wasps can be a terrifying experience. Knowing how to handle such a situation can help you stay safe and avoid painful stings. This guide will provide essential tips on what to do if you find yourself being chased by wasps.  Safety First  Avoid Wasp Nests  Do NOT attempt DIY wasp control… Read more »

Tick Trouble in New England: Your Ultimate Guide to a Bite-Free Summer.

Tick Trouble in New England: Your Ultimate Guide to a Bite-Free Summer.

There is no denying the allure of a New England Summer. Yet, lurking in the shadows of this idyllic paradise is a minuscule menace with a mighty bite: the tick. As temperatures soar and humidity hangs heavy in the air, so too does the activity of these eight-legged ambush predators. But fear not, intrepid adventurer,… Read more »

How To Keep Wildlife Out of Your Trash 

How To Keep Wildlife Out of Your Trash 

Your trash can is a veritable smorgasbord for wildlife. Discarded food attracts animals such as raccoons, possums, squirrels, and skunks. Wild animals are messy eaters, and you may wake up to find your trash strewn across your property, rather than in the receptacle you set it out in. Here’s how to stop attracting wildlife to… Read more »