The National Pest Management Association has declared this week, June 5-11, National Bed Bug Awareness Week! While that might not seem like something to celebrate, we’re always excited to be able to share bed bug facts, prevention tips and information about elimination services to our friends and customers. Twenty years ago, nobody but frequent international […]

A Long Island, New York, man who saw bed bugs in his car was told by a friend that rubbing alcohol kills the bugs, so he proceeded to dump the flammable liquid all over the car’s interior. Then he decided to sit in the car, relax and light a cigarette! The resulting flames engulfed the car […]

Every pet owner knows and fears fleas. You hear about them every time you visit your vet. You worry about them every time you see your dog or cat scratch. You sometimes wonder if these nasty, biting, jumping pests have already infiltrated your home and you haven’t even noticed yet. But did you know that your home can […]

No one wants to deal with a bunch of pests around their home. Regardless of whether it be carpenter ants, wood bees or termites, pests are a nuisance and a bother. These pests can end up causing a lot of damage in their wake. This is why it is so important to make sure they […]

Have you ever wondered what gives certain candies a glossy outer coating? The culprit is a substance known as shellac. Shellac is more commonly known for its role in varnish and sealant products, but has become a staple ingredient in coffee beans, pill coatings, and even fruits. Shellac has also been traditionally used as a […]