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February 28, 2017 4 Things I Learned from Bill’s Termite Inspector AMA on Reddit

Last week, Bill hosted an AMA on Reddit. I went into it thinking I knew pretty much…
April 08, 2017 Why 2017 may be a very bad year for Lyme disease in Rhode Island

An unusually large amount of acorns falling from oak trees in the northeast two years…
April 03, 2017 How do I know if I have termites in Rhode Island?

Contrary to popular belief, termites do not live in homes. Termites live in underground…
September 15, 2015 When the 24 hour response line rings we answer

Out of the shower, and into the fire! When the 24 hour emergency response line rings…
April 01, 2015 Some Animal & Wildlife Facts that Will Blow Your Mind

Turtles can breathe out their butts. A shrimp’s heart is in its head. Gentoo…
February 19, 2015 How to Keep Gray Squirrels Away in Rhode Island

Did you know there are over 200 species of squirrel worldwide? The smallest is the…
December 02, 2014 What are the benefits of insects?

Many. Hungry? You can eat bugs like they do on Bizarre Foods, or chomp on honey.…
October 29, 2014 Cockroaches and Mice are Most Common Home Intruders

According to the 2013 US Census, 1 in 10 American homeowners have evidence of mice…
September 15, 2014 Early fall is still peak season for EEE and West Nile Virus

After feeding on birds for 5 months, mosquitoes in our area are now most likely to…
July 10, 2014 What to do if a wasp or bee stings your dog

The dog days of summer are here. I love to go out and hike in the woods, visit parks,…
May 19, 2014 Plants that keep bees and wasps away

We need bees. They pollenate our flowers and plants, and even give us sweet sweet…
April 26, 2014 Why are Cockroaches So Hard to Control?

Cockroaches... the mere thought of them sends a shiver down most people’s spine.…
March 12, 2014 7 Rodent-Proofing Tips & Tricks for Your Home

Many of us have been faced with some type of infestation problem in the home, either…
February 17, 2014 Have signs of bed bugs this winter?

Bed bugs are not seasonal pests. They can be in your homes, rental properties, and…
January 24, 2014 Strange and Interesting Facts About Bugs

Things that make you go hmmmmm. Some of these might make your skin crawl. Bug facts:…
December 19, 2013 Gift Ideas for Bug Lovers

Some people just love those creepy crawly bugs. There's more insects than humans…
November 26, 2013 A Simple, No Kill, Mouse Trap

I just saw my first mouse of the year making its way into my shed. I don't mind…
October 24, 2013 What if there was pest control in the 1800s?

Right now, there could be a French States of Western America. In 1801, the French…
October 18, 2013 Watch out for stink bugs!

For homeowners, fall means stink bug season in the northeast United States. You can…
October 03, 2013 A World Without Pest Control

What would a world without pest management professionals look like? More world hunger.…