Category: Pest Info

Don’t Let Spiders Spin a Web of Fear: Trust Our Pest Control Experts

Spider Webs

Don’t Let Spiders Spin a Web of Fear: Trust Our Pest Control Experts.   Are Spiders taking over your home? An Essential Home Protection Plan includes service for spiders and will help keep these uninvited guests out of your living spaces.

Calling a professional pest control company for spider control is crucial to maintain a safe and comfortable living environment. While some spiders are harmless, others can pose serious risks, especially if they are venomous or abundant in numbers. Trained pest control experts have the knowledge and expertise to accurately identify spider species, assess the extent of infestation, and implement targeted solutions to eradicate them effectively. DIY approaches often fall short in addressing the root cause of the problem, leading to recurring issues. By enlisting the services of a pest control company, you can benefit from their specialized equipment, tailored treatment plans, and ongoing monitoring to ensure long-term spider prevention. Protect your home and loved ones by placing the task of spider control in the hands of professionals who can deliver reliable and efficient results.

Included in the Essentials Home Protection plan is spiders and knocking down their webs. Believe it or not this actually makes a huge difference with control. It takes a great deal of energy to make and spin webs and by knocking down their homes it encourages them to go elsewhere.

Call or book online today. www.verdantpestcontrol.com

March is Carpenter Ant Month

carpenter ants

Carpenter ants are making their way around our yards and soon will be in our homes. March is the month of the carpenter ant. Get set up today with a Home Protection Plan to keep these little buggas from ruining your picnics. Call today or go on home to book an Essential Home Protection Plan. (860) 454-4004 or (413) 514-BUGS

Tell Tale Signs of Mice

Mice Burrowing

Some tell tale signs that you have rodents in your attic. In these examples you can see burrowing or tunneling from mice in the insulation (marked in blue) and also mice fecal droppings (yellow). Call us today to learn more about rodent control programs and fecal clean up services. We also can remove and replace attic insulation.

Rodents and Stone Foundations

Rodent Burrow

A couple of signs that you may have a rodent problem. This kind of burrow is very common in homes with a stone foundation. This happens to be from rats, but mice burrowing looks very similar. Mice and rats use the stone foundation as the perfect home. They easily can make a home within and remain fairly well protected. Foundations like these let in more than mice or rats. They also allow entry for insects, snakes and moisture. Parging or cementing the walls is going to give you a barrier from these pests.

Giant House Centipedes

giant house centipede

The giant house centipede, a common sight in basements and other damp areas. These intimidating insects have 15 pairs of legs and can move quickly. Some species grow up to 6″ long. They do have the ability to bite which is similar to a bee sting if handled improperly. Centipedes feed on other insects such as spiders, flies, etc. Since they prefer a moist environment, it’s best to run a dehumidifier in basements to deter many kinds of pests.

Pest proof for mice

pest proof for mice

Gaps like these around this front door are excellent ways for mice and insects to gain entry into the home. Don’t be fooled, mice are fantastic climbers and this is no trouble for them at all. Even the gap in the second pic on the right is plenty of room for a mouse to squeeze their way through. Mice don’t need much room to fit. This is what can make controlling mice difficult since they entry points often are hidden. Exclusion is a service offered in which we will seek out and seal entry points for mice and insects. Give us a call or go to our booking page to schedule your free onsite inspection for mice or any other pests.

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Fixing gaps to prevent mice…

gap in foundation

Gaps like this one around a dryer vent hose in the basement need to be sealed properly to prevent mice from entering the structure. This gap is so large you can feel a heavy air current coming thru the foundation. This is the first step to preventing your home from getting infested with mice or other pests. Exclusion for mice is a service we offer and works well when paired with a rodent maintenance plan. Call or go online today to schedule a no charge general pest inspection.

Northern Ring-necked Snake

Northern Ring-Necked Snake

Found. Northern Ring-necked Snake. These pretty looking snakes don’t get very big (max out at 15 inches) and like to eat insects and salamanders. They don’t bite but do release a musk when threatened. This little fellow expired long before I picked it up.

Take cover from Lady Beetles

lady beetle pest control

Have you seen me? Chances are you have been finding many of these over the past couple weeks. Lady Beetle pest control is popular this time of year. Lady Beetles are overwintering pests that like to take refuge in your home during the harsh winter months. Unfortunately there is no fool proof way to stop these little bugs from getting inside and showing up in the fall and then again in the spring. Sealing up cracks, gaps and making sure screens, doors and windows are in good repair is an excellent first step. We have plans that will help reduce their numbers but this is just one pest that is very difficult to control entirely. Call today to learn more.