Moles and voles can make a mess of your lawn
At Modern Pest Services we realize that moles and voles are more than a nuisance pest; they are capable of causing a lot of damage to lawns, backyards, gardens and other landscaped areas. That’s why we’ve developed a program aimed at resolving mole and vole infestations for property owners in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and throughout New England.
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By Elaine Gammon
Bed bugs are problematic for both commercial and residential customers. If not handled properly, bed bug infestations can be a public relations nightmare for companies and businesses, resulting in a damaged reputation, lost revenue, possible litigation and, in extreme cases, closure.
Homeowners and renters also face a troubling battle with bed bug infestations that can take a physical and emotional toll and prove to be an expensive and frustrating problem to solve. The first step to understanding bed bugs is to learn the facts about these nocturnal creatures.
Bed bug inspection canines are fast and accurate
By Elaine Gammon
With the arrival of “Sherlock”, our first bed bug inspection canine, the Modern team is ready to offer canine inspections as part of its bed bug control program.
Canine inspections offer customers an innovative approach to early bed bug detection by leveraging the expertise of a trained canine team to inspect rooms where bed bugs have been found or are suspected. Using their keen sense of smell, bed bug inspection canines detect the presence of live bed bugs and viable eggs with an extremely high level of accuracy and speed.
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By Erica Goodrich
J&K Canine Academy located in High Springs, Florida is the “gold standard” in the entomology canine detection field and the only termite and bed bug program in the world with proven results.
By Erica Goodrich
Inspection canines go through intensive training to detect bed bugs.
Believe it or not, dogs are the latest weapon being used in the fight against bed bugs. Bed bugs are small, oval-shaped, flat insects that can be hard to detect. The nose of a bed bug dog has the ability to sniff out as little as one live bed bug or just one viable bed bug egg. The reason for this is that dogs have somewhere between 20 to 40 times the number of nasal receptors as humans, making it easy for them to detect even the faintest of odors.
By Melissa Hamel
Winter brings mice and squirrels inside.
Although the recent snow fall has been well received by those who enjoy skiing, snowmobiling and other outdoor winter activities, it has left mice, squirrels, and other rodents out in the cold and scrambling for warmth and shelter. If you are suddenly hearing the pitter-patter of little feet in your walls or ceilings, or have discovered droppings, it’s time to get help!
By Elaine Gammon
Modern Pest Services ended the year on a great note and despite a still sluggish economy, we experienced steady growth and reached many of our business goals. Here are a few highlights from the past year:
By Elaine Gammon
We know bed bugs are nasty pests and if you find them in your home, the first thing you want to do is get rid of them as soon as possible. However, popular, “do-it-yourself” pesticide treatments including bug bombs, repellent sprays, natural oils, and store bought chemical applications are not recommended. In fact, applying pesticides on your own or improperly using pesticides will not only prove to be ineffective, the results can also be dangerous to your home and your family’s health.
By Melissa Hamel
Prevent unwanted guests from ruining your holidays.
The holiday season is upon us! Like many homeowners in Maine and across New England, you’re probably decking the halls, throwing another log on the fire and baking delicious holiday treats as well as anticipating welcoming friends and family into your home to celebrate the joyous season. By following some simple tips you can ensure your holiday season is filled with fun, laughter, and yuletide spirit and not with insects and rodents.
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