How to Keep Bugs Away From Your Pool
As a pool owner, you know that there are specific pool protocols, like skimming and algae removal, that can be used to remove or deter water bugs from the pool itself. However, it’s also important to know how to keep bugs away from the pool area in general. To help manage the pool area, then…
4 Tips for Pest-Free Family Picnics
The family picnic is a beloved seasonal activity, especially in warmer months. At beaches and parks, with a simple basket or a grand set-up of tents, tables, grills and coolers, the family picnic has been the centerpiece of patio dinners and annual celebrations for decades. Unfortunately, these occasions have also been marked by epic battles…
How to Keep Possums Away
Commonly known as a possum, the opossum, is a marsupial found throughout the Western hemisphere. While there are a few myths and misconceptions, generally people think of possums as a nocturnal pest and the phrase “playing possum.” In New England and the U.S., the Virginia opossum is the possum that we see in our community,…
How to Keep Critters Out of Your Garden
Instead of “lions, tigers and bears, oh my!”, this refrain may sound more like “aphids, cutworms and slugs – oh no!” or “rats, squirrels and rabbits – oh dear!” when it comes to your garden. Unfortunately, these six critters are only some of the pests you have to figure out how to keep out of…
The Most Common Questions About Termites
For most people, termites elicit a cringe factor, along with some significant concern about their home and property. To help answer and ease your fears, the following are frequently asked questions about termites and their behavior, which explore the essential information about termites and what attracts them. Armed with this knowledge and the support of…
