Category: Ants

How To Protect Your Home from Carpenter Ants this Spring

A group of carpenter ants close up

While there are so many reasons to look forward to spring, one drawback is the potential for carpenter ants to enter your home in search of their own place to live. As one of the largest species of ants, these pests chew through dead or wet wood to create cavities, where they lay eggs and… Read more »

Tips to Avoid an Ant Infestation

Ants invade a home

No one wants an ant invasion in their home, but unfortunately, it’s a pretty common occurrence, particularly during the summer months. The good news is these infestations are not completely random – there are some steps you can take to keep ants out of your house. Here are some tips to keep your home ant-free… Read more »

What Are The Dangers of Finding Carpenter Ants in Your Home?

Black Carpenter Ant

Once ants enter your home, they can be disastrous. Because of their size, ants are great at hiding, so it may take you some time to notice the damage they’re doing to your home. Certain ants can even cause damage to your overall health too.  Let’s learn about the dangers caused by having ants in… Read more »

4 Reasons Why You Might Have an Ant Infestation in Your Home

Ants in The House

During the warmer months of the year, ants are notorious for entering your home. Because of their tiny structure, it can be hard to keep these pests away and out of your home. There are quite a few reasons why ant colonies choose to swarm into your house. Let’s take a look at some of… Read more »

Common Ant Species In Your Home 

Summer is right around the corner, and as the weather heats up, you may notice an influx of pests in your home. During this time, it is common to find ants in your home; There are a variety of ant species. If you are experiencing an ant infestation, it helps to know what kind of… Read more »

Why You Should Hire a Professional Exterminator

Why You Should Hire a Professional Exterminator

As the weather gets warmer outside, you may notice an influx of pests entering your home. Spiders, ants, and cockroaches are among the top few pests that become more prevalent during spring. While many pest issues seem minor, they can lead to other problems that could negatively impact your home. It can be challenging to… Read more »

Pest Prevention Spring Cleaning Tips

Spring Cleaning Tips

Spring is approaching and with spring comes insects. As temperatures warm up, insects venture back outside, and often times, into our home. It is important to keep insects out of your home this spring to avoid unwanted infestations, consider using these methods: Keep Gardens Distant We all start working hard on our gardens during the… Read more »

Keeping Pests Out of Your Home This Winter

Keeping Pests Out of Your Home This Winter

Fall has begun in Western New York, which means winter is just a few short weeks away! As the weather gets colder, rodents and pests will be looking for shelter. Unlike many species of birds, pests like mice and raccoons don’t travel south for warmth; they head indoors instead! With the holiday season quickly approaching,… Read more »

Where Do Pests and Critters Go in The Winter?

Where Do Pests and Critters Go in The Winter?

As Summer nears its end and we head into Fall, you may be wondering what happens to small critters and pests during cold winter months. Western New York winters consist of extreme cold temperatures, treacherous snowfall, and dark clouds hanging over every day.   Where do the critters go during the winter months when there’s… Read more »

Easy Ways to Rid Your Home of Pesky Ants

Just like bears, ants hibernate during the winter. Once the weather breaks, they emerge from hibernation, looking for food to start the cycle over again. Ants are most active when temperatures reach 75-95 degrees Fahrenheit.  Spring and summer are peak season for ants, and this is when you are more likely to find them in… Read more »