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.Â
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By Melissa HamelÂ
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
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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By Melissa Hamel
Don't let bed bugs hitch a ride into your home over the holidays.
In part one of our two part series entitled “Are Bed Bugs Affecting Your Holiday Plans?“, we discussed how bed bugs are disrupting holiday travel plans as well how to avoid picking them up while traveling this holiday season. Now it’s time to focus on what to do to avoid bed bugs that may be hitching a ride into your home on your holiday visitors or returning college student.
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By Melissa Hamel
Learning a few tips can help prevent bed bugs from ruining your holiday travel plans.
Across the country bed bugs are causing anxiety for folks whose holiday plans include traveling or for those expecting their college student or other traveling family members to visit for the holidays. In this two part series we’ll discuss what you can do to minimize your risk for being affected by bed bugs.
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This article, entitled “Bed bug case is isolated and treated”, is taken from “The Colby Echo“, a weekly student newspaper of Colby College in Waterville, Maine. For more information about bed bugs, visit the Modern website.
By Luke Brown
A recent case of bed bugs found in a Heights suite has been treated and is believed to be an isolated incident.
On Thursday, November 11 Associate Dean of Students and Director of Campus Life Jed Wartman and Director of the Physical Plant Patricia Murphy sent an email notifying the student body of a recent bed bug infestation in a Heights suite. Since this announcement, Campus Life, the Physical Plant Department (PPD) and the affected students have worked together to contain, control and prevent the spread of these bed bugs. Along with Modern Pest Control, a New England-based company, the College has treated the affected rooms and is confident that the situation is in good hands.
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This list is excerpted from an article entitled “House Dust Mites” by Jerome Goddard taken from the April 2010 issue of PCT MagazineÂ
For the full aricle, go to: http://www.pctonline.com/PCT1004_dustmites.aspx Â
12 ways to reduce house dust mites and avoid their allergensÂ
Dust mites are microscope bugs that live on dead skin cells shed from humans and their animal pets.
The EPA is planning its second national bed bug summit this winter in Washington, D.C.
With reports of bed bug activity only increasing throughout the country, especially in major urban centers like NYC where tourism is declining due to fear of bed bugs, it seems only fitting that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is currently planning their second national bed bug summit scheduled for this winter in Washington D.C.
The goals of last year’s bed bug summit, which drew 300 participants, included encouraging communication among diverse stakeholders and developing recommendations on how to address the problems posed by the bed bug resurgence. These goals were achieved through EPCA-facilitated workgroups that were comprised of pest control professionals, universities, public health organizations as well as federal, state and local government agencies, and others.
New England is seeing a resurgence of stink bugs
By Courtney Wadey
There has been alot of news about the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB)Â plaguing homes and businesses in the mid-Atlantic states this fall. Homeowners are complaining that these flying insects are invading their homes by the dozens and folks in the fruit growing industry have seen the damage that these insects can cause on their fruit harvests. Unfortunately, these splotchy brown pests have found their way north and into the homes and businesses of New England.Â
