By Lorne Hanewich Rats, mice, and other rodents are cozying up in our homes just like we do during wet and chilly New England weather. As spring storms brew, these critters seek refuge in our warm, dry homes. And they’re experts at slipping in unnoticed. Here are some tips to keep the rodents out this Spring:… Read more »
Maine Governor Janet Mills Orders Non-Essential Businesses to Close Temporarily Due to the rapid spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), Governor Janet Mills has issued an Executive Order mandating that all non-essential businesses and operations in Maine close their physical locations that are public facing, meaning those that allow customer, vendor, or other in-person contact. The Order… Read more »
The four most common tick species found in New England are American dog ticks, Brown dog ticks, Black-legged (deer) ticks, and Lone Star ticks. The highest risk of being bitten by a tick is during spring and summer. Infestations have been on the rise over the past few years, which is a concern for pest… Read more »
Composting is a great way to boost your garden’s yield while helping the planet. Processing organic matter like leaves and vegetable scraps into nutrient-rich compost not only reduces the need for chemical fertilizers, but it recycles matter that might otherwise end up in a landfill. Some gardeners even refer to compost as Black Gold. While… Read more »
Bed bugs – aptly named, because they most often can be found in beds, where people spend about one-third of their entire day.  Which makes sense, because as their primary food source, they want easy, uninterrupted access to their next meal. Ick! Got Creepy Crawlies?  Modern has the solution – GUARANTEED! Learn more about our… Read more »