Repairing termite damage and treating

Repairing termite damage is a must when it crosses the line from minor damage to structural damage.  However, you can’t stop there a treatment must also take place. Not treating a home for termites after a repair is a bad idea. Here’s why Repairing termite damage that’s structural When purchasing a new home or doing […]

Connecticut pest control services

Connecticut pest control services are being purchased by larger national companies at an alarming rate.  In fact, as of this writing more than 10 have been sold this year.  This may not seem like a lot, but it is. Are you still dealing with a local Connecticut exterminator? Maybe, but likely not. Local Connecticut pest […]

Termites and pressure treated wood

Termites and pressure treated wood are generally two things you don’t hear in the same sentence.  This is mainly because we’ve been led to believe that pressure treated wood will prevent all instances of termites.  Contractors use treated wood for ground contact installs, new sill plates and finally even to repair termite damage.  I have […]

Insulation removal is a messy business

Insulation removal and replacement is a messy business. So messy in fact that the average homeowner likely won’t want to do it themselves.  Should you replace your insulation? It depends. The first reason to think about replacing insulation is sometimes easy to make.  How much damage have pests done? Over the past 27 years in […]

Bat versus mouse droppings

Bat versus mouse droppings are actually quite different in appearance.  If you know the difference between the two your chances at controlling either pest rises. Get it wrong and it will be a complete failure. The methods of control for these pests are very different. In order to begin a discussion about poop, you’ll need […]

Do carpenter ants eat wood?

Do carpenter ants eat wood? The simple answer is no, but there’s more to it than that.  For instance is what you’re looking at really a carpenter ant?  In the months of April-August our phones are kept busy with what I think is the number one pest in CT.  The carpenter ant. In order to […]

Mice nesting in foam insulation

Mice nesting in foam insulation can be a real problem.  The reason is that most people just don’t take mice into account when looking to save money on their energy bills. Everyone wants a warm home.  One of the best methods to achieve this goal is to add insulation, in particular foam insulation.  I’ve been […]

Bat droppings in the attic

Bat droppings in the attic are a sure sign that bats are or were in your home.  This may seem obvious, but is the house infested?  Probably not and even if it were bats are relatively easy to get rid of if you know how to do it. Over the years many people have been […]

Mouse control in CT. How is it done?

Mouse Control in CT Mouse control in Ct is one of the most popular services that a pest control company can offer.  All over Ct companies field multiple calls per day from both current and new customers.  Everyone has the same complaint.  How do I get rid of mice and keep them away for good?  […]

Bugs that look like ants: Have you seen any?

Bugs that look like ants are a common complaint that we get at our office.  The reason is that there are many insects that not only look like ants, but termites as well.  The most common mistaken identity comes with the following pests. Termites Termites are probably the most misidentified pest of all.  The reason […]
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