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Category: Residential Pest Tips

Fall Pests Begin To Seek Shelter In New England

Fall Pests Begin To Seek Shelter In New England

While the fall season is all about foliage, plaid, and the arrival of pumpkin coffee at Dunkin’ Donuts for us in New England, to many pests the fall season signals the need to find a warm place to spend the winter. If you have not already pest proofed your home for fall pests, now is the time that you may begin to have problems with spiders, cockroaches, and rodents. The good news is that it is not too late to implement pest prevention strategies now to prevent future pest problems later this fall and into the winter months.

Mosquitoes Test Positive For West Nile Virus In New England

Mosquitoes Test Positive For West Nile Virus In New England

If you have recently tuned into the news, you likely stumbled upon a story about the recent outbreak of West Nile Virus (WNV) that is spreading across the country. The Center for Disease Control and many pest control professionals believe that this year could be the highest numbers seen in many years of West Nile cases and deaths. WNV is spread from the bite of an infected mosquito and since there are infected mosquitoes all across the country, it is time to raise awareness and learn how to prevent the continued spread of this potentially fatal disease.

New Referral Program Offers Free Pest Protection!

New Referral Program Offers Free Pest Protection!

Modern Pest Services is offering a new residential referral program to current clients. Now, if you refer a friend, relative, neighbor or co-worker to Modern and they sign up for our year round HomeCare Green program, you’ll receive a free month of pest protection. And the good news is, for each of your referrals who join… Read more »

Flea Prevention Tips For New England Families

Flea Prevention Tips For New England Families

The New England region just experienced an unusually mild winter and hot, hot summer, which created a higher-the-usual incidence of flea infestations. And flea problems are expected to continue right through the fall. Many families were not prepared to battle fleas, which has resulted in more flea infestations and flea bites. In order to help protect families… Read more »

Maine CDC Advisory: Increase in Tick Borne Anaplasmosis

Maine CDC Advisory: Increase in Tick Borne Anaplasmosis

Below is information from a recent Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) Advisory: Lyme disease is the most common vectorborne disease in Maine. Ticks are out and we expect the number of Lyme disease cases to increase. The purpose of this advisory is to: Provide general information regarding ticks and Lyme disease… Read more »

Managing Bed Bugs in Dorms

Managing Bed Bugs in Dorms

As the academic year approaches, universities and schools are checking their lists to ensure that everything is up to par with what their incoming students are expecting. One thing that may potentially throw a wrench in their plans: bed bugs in dorms. Survey Indicates that Cases of Bed Bugs in Dorms is Increasing Bed bugs… Read more »

Controlling and Preventing Flies in Your Home or Business

Controlling and Preventing Flies in Your Home or Business

You can help to prevent various fly infestations from occurring in your home or business through sanitation methods and effective pest control. When you think of a fly, the typical house fly comes to mind, but what you may not know is that there are several varieties of flies that can inhabit your home or… Read more »

7 Ways to Avoid Bringing Bed Bugs Home From Vacation

7 Ways to Avoid Bringing Bed Bugs Home From Vacation

As your summer vacation draws near, you’re most likely making lists for packing and working on an itinerary for your trip. Whether you have your days mapped out or are simply planning on winging it, Modern Pest Services encourages New Englanders not to overlook a very important matter that could make or break your their much… Read more »

Ants Everywhere, Even in Businesses

Ants Everywhere, Even in Businesses

A recent survey by the National Pest Management Association indicates that ants are America’s #1 nuisance pest with carpenter ants being treated most often. That’s no surpise, but was is a surprise is that homeowners are not the only ones fighting this battle. According to the survey, ant infestations were commonly found in business settings such… Read more »