Sawdust from carpenter ants in Connecticut is a common thing to see, especially in the spring and summer. However, did you know that other pests create frass as well? Some of those pests are from our area while others are not. Knowing what frass looks like is the key to identification of the pest you […]
How bad are carpenter ants? The simple answer is very bad. The reason is that the typical homeowner doesn’t recognize the damage that ants can do or what ongoing conditions help them do it. Carpenter ants are a wood destroying insect, but they don’t eat wood they chew through it and build nests in it. […]
Termite control problems can happen at any job. Fortunately though manufacturers have provided better pesticides that combat these issues. However, sometimes a situation occurs that is so rare it will take a lot of investigation to solve the issue at hand. The following is one such occasion. A big termite problem: Solving the mystery of […]
Where to find termites in your home is an easy task for someone with experience. However, doing your own termite inspection as a homeowner is like diagnosing yourself for a disease. You may know a little bit because you read it on the internet, but real world experience is invaluable. If you live in CT […]
Can termites eat drywall? It’s a fair question to ask considering that the damage caused by termites costs consumers about 30 billion dollars per year. Termites are also known to be voracious eaters and studies have estimated that 50K termites can devour one foot of 2×4 in about 6 months. Taking all that into account […]
Where do carpenter ants nest? Do you know? Not many people do. The reason is that like it or not if you have carpenter ants you also likely have moisture damage. Carpenter ants are a common issue in Connecticut. In fact its the call we most often get for service, so when I get a […]
Termites and foam insulation don’t mix, period! The question is why? I’ve been around the pest control block a few times and most moderately experienced builders will tell you that foam board insulation is a problem. The reason is that termites can eat foam when buried in the soil against the foundation. This was/is an […]
Mice inside the home is a common problem especially during the winter. In fact, its the most popular pest we service from the months of September thru March. The common question that most people ask is, how are they getting in? The answer is different with every home, but there are some common places to […]
How to catch mice is a matter of persistence and knowing the particulars of your prey. Can you do it? Every year mice are a problem throughout the world. Over history rodents in general have been responsible for not only disease, but also contamination of food stuffs and food areas. To say that mice are […]
Carpenter bee exterminators can be hard to find. The reason is that not all companies treat for carpenter bees and those that do may not be achieving the best results. In order to treat this pest a few pieces of equipment are needed such as a ladder, bee pole and a reliable dust insecticide. The […]
