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Image of a mouse in a home, indicating that now is the time rodents start seeking cozy shelters—including yours.

Fall Rodent Prevention: Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

As days get shorter, mice and other rodents also start seeking cozy winter homes—and unfortunately, that often means yours. Once inside, they can cause structural damage, contaminate food, and even create fire hazards by chewing on wiring. Northern Pest’s Proactive Defense for Your Home Taking proactive steps now is the best defense. Northern Pest’s Fall…

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Protect Your Home This Fall with a Late-Season Insect Barrier Treatment & Rodent Control

As the seasons change in northern Michigan, so do the challenges homeowners face in keeping their homes pest-free. Late summer and early fall are critical times to act—because while we enjoy the cooler weather, pests are already preparing for winter. By scheduling a whole-house barrier application and implementing rodent prevention measures now, you can prevent…

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Late-Summer and Early-Fall Pest Prevention

As we head into the late summer months, it’s essential to keep your home pest-free. After your initial pest treatment earlier this year, we hope your home has remained free from unwanted insects. Our application is designed to last for up to 90 days, which means that August or September is the perfect time to…

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Bed Bugs 101

What Are Bed Bugs? Bed bugs are small, brown, oval-shaped insects (about 3/16 of an inch long) that commonly hide in beds and feed on humans while they sleep. They are skilled hitchhikers, attaching to luggage, clothing, and other items, which allows infestations to spread quickly. Bed bugs do not have functional wings and cannot…

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Effective Ant Pest Control in Michigan: Keep Your Home Ant-Free

Ants are one of the most common pests found in homes, and Michigan is no exception. With over 700 ant species in the U.S., about 25 of these are known to infest homes. While ants are small, their ability to form large, organized colonies can make them a serious nuisance. Ants are social insects that…

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Preventing Tick Bites: Essential Tips for Staying Safe Outdoors

Ticks are commonly found in grassy, brushy, or wooded areas and can even hitch a ride on animals. Activities like walking your dog, camping, gardening, or hunting can bring you into close contact with these pests. Here are some effective ways to prevent tick bites and stay safe outdoors: By following these simple tips, you…

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