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December 2022 Newsletter
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! We want to acknowledge everyone for helping make this past year wonderful. Thank you for being a valued customer; we are extremely grateful for every opportunity to work with you. It’s been an honor to serve, and we look forward to our continued relationship in 2023 and beyond. We…
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12 Signs of a Rodent Infestation
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) suggests homeowners this winter might notice an increase in rodent activity due to the forecasted wet weather conditions this season. Cindy Mannes, Vice President of Public Affairs for NPMA said, “Although it may seem like pest activity dies down during the fall and winter, homeowners need to be on…
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Thanksgiving Wishes from Northern Pest
We have so many reasons to be thankful, and one is for you! Here at Northern Pest, we’ve had such a great season, and we would like to extend a warm thank you for choosing us. We appreciate everyone, and it’s an honor to serve. If you suspect any unwanted guests in the home or…
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Problems with Mice in Campers, Boats, or Other Recreational Vehicles?
Northern Michigan is prone to pests seeking shelter during the harsh winter. When temperatures dip near freezing, residents may notice an uptick in pest activity within the premises. For those who own an RV or camper, keeping mice at bay when the vehicle is not in use is especially difficult. Mice are small enough to…
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Fall Sprays for Harboring Flies and Wasps
In early fall, large masses of cluster flies look for a warm place to crash for the winter, usually on the sunny side of buildings. They tend to return to certain homes/structures…scientists are still unsure how or why. They sneak inside cracks and crevices as the temperatures dip, seeking warmth within your attic, wall voids,…
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Bald-Faced Hornets
Bald-faced hornets are most problematic in the late summer when their colonies are largest. Classified as “social insects,” bald-faced hornets work together to build their papery grey hive containing 100 to 400 members. Bald-faced hornets are larger than wasps and are primarily black with a white face. Unlike other stinging insects, Bald-faced hornets are more…
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