Mice are among the most common unwanted house guests, and they have a knack for making themselves known through not just their tiny footprints but also their distinct, often unpleasant odors. Your nose can be a powerful tool in detecting a mouse infestation before it becomes a more significant problem. So, let’s follow our noses… Read more »
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 winter holidays are mostly behind us, but that doesn’t mean pests won’t keep trying to have gatherings in your home. No one wants an infestation. There are ways you can keep mice and bugs out of your home. Let’s explore what you need to do for a pest-free home during the icy season. And… Read more »
The Christmas tree is decorated and all the lights worked for once. The cats haven’t broken a single ornament and the dog isn’t drinking all the water meant for the tree. Even the lights that flicker are flickering. Presents are starting to accumulate on the tree skirt that grandma made. It’s like a Norman Rockwell… Read more »
You’re sitting on the couch, eating a bowl of popcorn while you scroll through Netflix. You muted the trailers since that feature is annoying. And then you hear it. A squeak. Did it come from the floor? The wall? Maybe even from inside the couch? One thing is certain, it sounded like the squeak of… Read more »
Temperatures are dropping and the snow is starting to fall. Are you ready to protect your home from mice and rats? Modern Pest is! November is here and it’s cold outside. People are trying to stay warm, and so are mice and rats. They seek shelter when the temperature drops, and your home is the… Read more »
With temperatures in the single digits and the wind chill below zero, New England winters can be serious business. Frigid weather keeps us inside or bundled up when we must venture out. But how are these conditions affecting your home? And are they sending pests inside? Read on to find out what you can do,… Read more »
Farmers’ Almanac Predicts a Cold & White Winter for New England The Farmers’ Almanac, that time-tested and generation-approved compendium of knowledge, has a rough prediction for the 2018-2019 New England winter: teeth-chattering cold lies ahead. “Contrary to the stories storming the web, our time-tested, long-range formula is pointing toward a very long, cold, and snow-filled… Read more »