Fruit flies are one of the biggest pest annoyances faced by homeowners, and it often seems like they come out of nowhere. These unwanted house guests may be tiny, but they can be an absolute nuisance when they’ve infested your home. If you live in New England, these pesky pests are probably familiar to you.… Read more »
Ants are a common nuisance pest in New England, indoors and out. Once they infest your home, they can be hard to get rid of. Luckily, Modern Pest can help! There are also things you can do to help keep them out of your home. So, what kind of ants do you have, and what… Read more »
There are certain circumstances where your pest control costs can be deducted from your taxes. It’s always a good idea to check with a tax professional to make sure you’re getting the correct deductions. But if you have a home office, own rental property, or own a business, chances are you can deduct at least… Read more »
Seeing evidence of bugs around your home can be alarming. Whether you spot a cockroach or a wasp nest, bed bugs, or ants, one thing is certain – you want them out, and you want them out fast. Some people will call a pest control professional like Modern Pest to address the issue. But “Do-It-Yourself”… Read more »
 When it comes to pest control, professional exterminators recommend learning about common pests found in homes. This can prevent pest infestations from wreaking havoc in and around your house. After all, if the comfort and safety of your home is compromised, it can cause a lot of distress. Pests like carpenter ants, ticks, bed… Read more »
We hope you had a happy Thanksgiving! By now, you’re probably either getting sick of or running out of Thanksgiving leftovers. If you’re throwing away a turkey carcass of that last bit of sweet potato casserole and pecan pie, don’t let it be dinner for rats, mice, or other wildlife. Ideally, you should get bags… Read more »
The changing weather patterns are beginning to harm food resources and are leading to more insect invasions throughout the world. At first, pest pressures could be predicted more easily, but climate change makes it even more challenging to keep track of these damaging creatures. Are you wondering how the weather affects insect problems? Changing weather… Read more »
If you own a garden or tend to a yard, you may have experience with nuisance pests like groundhogs and squirrels. Below is a guide to keeping pests like these from undoing all your backyard hard work. Indications You Need Pest Control Groundhogs and squirrels in your yard can be a cause of serious distress.… Read more »
Your home is likely your biggest investment. It might be part of your retirement plan, or you might want to pass it down to future generations. With today’s soaring property rates, people have become even more attentive to caring for their homes. Many things can wreak havoc in your house, and carpenter ants are near… Read more »
If there’s one thing that all homeowners fear equally, it’s probably seeing a cockroach. Usually, noticing just one lone roach roaming around the house is enough to make people contact a professional pest control company like Modern Pest. That’s not an overreaction. It’s actually a very wise move- and a necessary one. Cockroaches are one… Read more »