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Is Your Landscaping Attracting Pests to Your Home?

Is Your Landscaping Attracting Pests to Your Home?

Spring Has Sprung: Gardening Tips to Keep your New England Home Pest-Free! As the gardening and landscaping season kicks off in New England, enthusiastic homeowners are busy pulling weeds, spreading mulch, planting vibrant flowers, and shaping their yards. While you’re focused on enhancing your home’s curb appeal, it’s crucial to avoid common gardening mistakes that… Read more »

Keep Rodents Out This Spring

Keep Rodents Out This Spring

By Lorne Hanewich Rats, mice, and other rodents are cozying up in our homes just like we do during wet and chilly New England weather. As spring storms brew, these critters seek refuge in our warm, dry homes. And they’re experts at slipping in unnoticed. Here are some tips to keep the rodents out this Spring:… Read more »

MODERN PEST SERVICES NAMED ONE OF THE 10 BEST PEST CONTROL COMPANIES IN THE COUNTRY BY FORBES HOME AND THE SPRUCE 

MODERN PEST SERVICES NAMED ONE OF THE 10 BEST PEST CONTROL COMPANIES IN THE COUNTRY BY FORBES HOME AND THE SPRUCE 

 Modern Pest Services recognized for Outstanding Customer Satisfaction and State of the Art Custom Tailored Residential and Commercial Pest Control Solutions BRUNSWICK, ME, March, XX, 2024 Modern Pest Services is honored to be named  Top 10 Pest Control Companies in the United States by both Forbes Home and The Spruce  Forbes released their list of… Read more »

Stopping Squirrels in New England

Stopping Squirrels in New England

Squirrels, with their spirited climbing antics and endearing habit of nibbling on nuts and acorns with almost human-like grace, are beloved creatures of the wild. Yet, should they venture into your domain, they can wreak havoc with their tenacious determination to find food and shelter. Despite their charm, it’s crucial to keep these furry little… Read more »

Recognizing the Smells That Mean You Have Mice

Recognizing the Smells That Mean You Have Mice

Mice are among the most common unwanted house guests, and they have a knack for making themselves known through not just their tiny footprints but also their distinct, often unpleasant odors. Your nose can be a powerful tool in detecting a mouse infestation before it becomes a more significant problem. So, let’s follow our noses… Read more »

How do Animals Find Their Way into Homes?

How do Animals Find Their Way into Homes?

When the weather gets colder, it’s not only humans who seek shelter from the chilly temps and whipping winds. Wildlife such as squirrels, raccoons, rats, and mice also look for a warm and safe place to build nests and spend the winter. If you don’t take precautions, this space could be your attic.  By sealing… Read more »

How to Prevent a Silverfish Infestation

How to Prevent a Silverfish Infestation

You’ve probably seen silverfish in your home before. They are very common and they are harmless insects, but they can infest your home. These shiny silver insects have antennae and fine, fish-like scales covering their bodies. Adults are usually about ¾ inch long with two antennae and 3 tail projections. Once female silverfish reach adulthood,… Read more »

Are Cockroaches Hiding in Your Home?

Are Cockroaches Hiding in Your Home?

Cockroach infestation can sometimes go unnoticed until the population has reached significant levels. Depending on the species, this can happen at an alarming speed. The most common way people realize they have an issue is by seeing the actual insects themselves. But due to the nocturnal nature of this pest, the actual insects may not… Read more »

Are Those Spooky Noises Caused by Rodents and Pests?

Are Those Spooky Noises Caused by Rodents and Pests?

When the nights grow longer, and a chill creeps into the air, it’s not uncommon for homeowners to hear eerie and unsettling noises in their homes. While horror movies often blame such sounds on the supernatural, the culprit is often something far more earthly: rodents and insects. So, let’s explore some of the hair-raising sounds… Read more »

How to Rodent-Proof Your Home for Fall

How to Rodent-Proof Your Home for Fall

Colder weather is approaching, and that leads to an increase in rodent activity. Through Modern’s Anticimex SMART data, we know that rats and mice are an issue year-round. But late summer/early fall is the perfect time of year to do basic exclusion and rodent proofing around your home or business. Combined with professional pest control… Read more »