Modern Pest Services is committed to protecting your home, pets, family, and New England’s vital ecosystems. We do not believe pest control and environmental stewardship are mutually exclusive goals. Using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) technologies, philosophies, and practices we can reduce or eliminate the need for pesticides, allowing nature to flourish without compromising your safety… Read more »
Modern, Data-Driven Solutions for Rat Infestations The Challenge: Rats in the Modern City Since cities began, rats have been a persistent urban problem, spreading disease, damaging property, and contaminating resources. A single breeding pair of rats can result in a population of 1249 within a year. Managing these prolific and resilient creatures is no easy… Read more »
Dealing with rodent infestations is unpleasant, and one of the most concerning aspects is the waste they leave behind. A single mouse can produce a staggering amount of droppings – up to 75 pellets per day! Rodent droppings and urine aren’t just unsightly and odorous; they pose significant health risks. They can carry a range… Read more »
If you’ve ever dealt with a mouse problem, you’ve probably noticed their uncanny ability to chew through almost anything. While this behavior can cause significant damage, it’s rooted in biology and survival. So, how do mice chew through such tough materials, and why do they do it? The Science Behind Mouse Teeth Mice possess specialized… Read more »
We’ve all heard stories about pests spreading from one neighbor’s home to another. While some pests are unlikely to move far from their nest, others are highly mobile and can quickly invade nearby spaces. Here’s what you need to know about pest spread and how to protect your home. Pests You Can Get from Your… Read more »
The holidays are some of the most magical times of the year, and your cherished decorations and homemade ornaments are part of making meaningful memories. Don’t let pests ruin your holiday cheer! Guard your garlands and protect your keepsakes with these helpful tips: Storage Space Safety Moisture and clutter create ideal harborages for many pest… Read more »
As the winter holidays approach, humans aren’t the only ones looking to get cozy indoors—pests are also seeking warm places to wait out the cold months. Here are our best tried-and-true tips to keep mice, bugs, and other pests out of your home so you can enjoy a pest-free season. Minimize Clutter Pests such as… Read more »
At Modern Pest Services, we encounter a wide range of situations in our mission to keep homes and businesses pest-free. One of the challenges we sometimes face is providing effective pest control in environments with excessive clutter. Cluttered spaces can inadvertently create ideal conditions for pests to thrive, making control efforts more complex. Why Cluttered… Read more »
We hope your Thanksgiving was filled with joy, laughter, and an abundance of delicious food. While the holiday feast is a cherished tradition, the aftermath often leaves us with more leftovers than we can handle. But before you toss that turkey carcass or the last slice of pecan pie, it’s important to consider how you… Read more »
Humans have been searching for solutions to mouse infestations for millennia. These persistent pests have plagued civilizations across the globe, sparking innovation in methods to protect food, belongings, and health from rodent damage. Late Upper Paleolithic Era: No grains, No Gains The common house mouse (Mus musculus ) population began to spread from its native… Read more »