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Cluster Flies: Fall’s Persistent Home Invaders

As autumn settles in, bringing cooler nights and shorter days, several insects start seeking cozy spaces for overwintering. Among them are cluster flies, a name that accurately reflects their habit of clustering together in sunny spots on walls or inside your home as they prepare to hibernate. Unlike some pests that overwinter as eggs or…

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Keeping Mice at Bay During the Winter

As temperatures drop, we’re not the only ones seeking warmth and shelter—mice are also on the lookout for cozy winter havens. Your home, as well as any vehicles you have in storage like RVs, boats, and cars, can become prime real estate for these pesky rodents. Understanding the risks and taking proactive steps to prevent…

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Rodent Control and Prevention

In September, we began restocking rodent bait stations due to the increased pest activity from last year’s mild winter. To prevent unwelcome mice, ask us about effective methods to reduce their local population and keep them away. Warning Signs of Mice Be alert for these indicators of a mouse presence: Risks Associated with Mice Mice…

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Yellowjackets are At Their Peak in Michigan!

Though resembling bees, yellowjackets aggressively defend their colonies, which reach peak size and aggression in late summer. During August and September, these insects become particularly hostile while guarding their nests—found underground or in trees, shrubs, wood piles, and buildings, and hosting up to 5,000 members. While yellowjackets help control pests like caterpillars and flies, they…

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Protect Your Home: Stinging Insects, Bat Eviction, and Fall Planning Ahead!

Aggressive Stinging Insects! We’re in the heat of the season for stinging insects such as paper wasps, baldfaced hornets, yellow jackets, and ground bees. These pests are actively building their hives and multiplying. While it’s best to leave them alone, sometimes action is necessary when their nests intrude on our homes, busy entryways, and common…

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How to Travel Safely and Avoid Unwanted Bedbugs

The summer travel season brings with it the heightened risk of encountering bedbugs in hotels, motels, and vacation homes. Bedbugs, or cimex lectularius, are small, brown, oval-shaped insects that thrive in dark, cozy spots like mattress seams and chair cushions. During their 6-12 month lifespan, female bedbugs can lay 200-500 eggs, and they feed on…

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