When the weather gets colder, it’s not only humans who seek shelter from the chilly temps and whipping winds. Wildlife such as squirrels, raccoons, rats, and mice also look for a warm and safe place to build nests and spend the winter. If you don’t take precautions, this space could be your attic. By… Read more »
Colder weather is approaching, and that leads to an increase in rodent activity. Through Modern’s Anticimex SMART data, we know that rats and mice are an issue year-round. But late summer/early fall is the perfect time of year to do basic exclusion and rodent proofing around your home or business. Combined with professional pest control… Read more »
As winter approaches, pests seek refuge in the warmth of our homes, posing a challenge for homeowners. An often-overlooked aspect of cold-weather preparation is safeguarding your home against pest invasions. In this guide, we’ll explore essential steps to minimize the risk of pests making your home their winter haven, and how Modern Pest can help.… Read more »
The Modern Pest team is pleased to announce the addition of an electric bike to our transportation fleet. The Portland, Maine branch recently acquired an e-bike to be used on the islands off the coast of Maine. The Modern Pest Service Professional will bring the e-bike with them on the ferry to the islands and… Read more »
Portland, Maine and Somerville, Massachusetts were the first two SMART Cities in the United States, and they have been all over the news. Since then, Old Town, Maine and several Massachusetts cities have also become SMART Cities. When these cities partnered with Modern Pest, they committed to tackling rat issues head-on. Using Anticimex SMART technology,… Read more »
You’ve probably heard people say, “Why do I need pest control? I have a cat!” Having a cat patrolling your home is an advantage to keeping pest activity low, especially mice and rats. But it’s not enough. Think of a large office building: they probably have a security guard, but they also have a security… Read more »
It’s the time of year when the temperature drops and mice seek a warm shelter for the winter. This shelter could very well be your car. Mice can cause serious damage to your vehicle, but how do you know they’ve moved in? What damage are they causing while they’re in there? And most importantly, how… Read more »
Modern recently partnered with Jocelyn Brown, the blogger behind Hip Mama’s Place. She inspires her followers to create, cook, and enjoy life. She recently had Modern’s Anticimex SMART installed in her home and she’s excited to share how it went. Guest Blog- Jocelyn Brown Opening up the windows. Decluttering the drawers. Deep-cleaning the closets –… Read more »
Please enjoy out guest blog by our partner Ashley at @vacationland.mama. She recently had her SMART system installed. With the summer months upon us there is no better time to start getting some home hacks into your life! We recently had Modern Pest Services come set up their SMART service and I’m excited to share… Read more »
Intelligent Pest Control for Your Attic Ever hear a scurrying above your head? Do your dogs and cats stand at the attic door? Do you wonder what’s going on up there when you’re downstairs? Attics often contain heirlooms, decorations, clothing, and other stored items. And those sounds you and your pets are hearing could be… Read more »