Recent Posts
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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April 26, 2014
Why are Cockroaches So Hard to Control?
Cockroaches... the mere thought of them sends a shiver down most people’s spine.…
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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…
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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…
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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:…
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December 19, 2013
Gift Ideas for Bug Lovers
Some people just love those creepy crawly bugs. There's more insects than humans…
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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…
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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…
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October 18, 2013
Watch out for stink bugs!
For homeowners, fall means stink bug season in the northeast United States. You can…
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October 03, 2013
A World Without Pest Control
What would a world without pest management professionals look like? More world hunger.…
