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How Rats Use Smell To Find A Suitable Home
Rats have many traits that allow them to survive outdoors. From their acrobatic skill, to their intelligence and general hardiness, rats are built to survive an environment teeming with predators and conditions that could kill them. But one of their often overlooked...
Which Is The Best Rat Trap?
There are numerous options on the market when it comes to rat traps, with some being more effective than others. Let’s go through the list and check the pros and cons of the most popular options out there. Snap traps The trusty snap trap is a classic, and it’s just as...
How To Avoid A Mouse Infestation
As soon as mice enter the home, they are immediately busy at work building a nest. Mouse nests are the central base of a mouse infestation, and they serve as a storage area for food, a nursery for the young, and place to rest after a busy day of foraging. Let’s take a...
Can Dogs Protect The Home Against Mice?
We all know that cats are masters at catching mice, but how do dogs fare against these pests? After all, dogs are used for hunting, and they are the descendants of predators. Well, as it turns out, dogs are surprisingly good at dealing with mice. Let’s take a closer...
Signs That There Is A Norway Rat Infestation In Your Home
Norway rat infestations can be extremely dangerous. Not only do these rats cause damage in the home and are an eyesore, they also spread numerous diseases. This is why it’s important to be able to detect an infestation early on and remove it. Droppings Wherever Norway...
Dangers of the Rat
Rats are not only an unpleasant sight, they can also pose serious threats to both the home and the wellbeing of the inhabitants. In this article, we’re going to go over these threats and what you can do to minimize them. Threats to the home Rats have teeth that grow...
How Long Before All The Rats Are Removed From The Home?
There are many ways to deal with rats. From traps to poisons, there is a large repertoire that anyone can use to get rid of an infestation. But the removal process can take a lot longer than you’d think, even when you hire a pro. In this article, we’re going to take a...
Pest and Rodent Extermination: When urgency and experience matter at first sighting
Although we experience warm summers, and cold and snowy winters, Boston’s residents have adapted well to the region’s climate. But so have the city’s non-human inhabitants, like roaches, carpenter ants, termites, rats and mice. What many Bostonians don’t realize is,...
Preventing Ants From Invading! | Boston Ant Control Experts
Odds are that if you see ants in your home, they are there to get some food. Different ant species will have different diets, but most will be attracted to either protein, sugar or fat. Let’s take a look at the things that you can do to lower the odds of ants entering...
The Low Down on The House Mouse
The house mouse is a common household pest belonging to the rodent family. It is small in size, usually about 7-8 inches long, tail included, and coloration ranging from light brown to gray. Diet and behavior House mice are mostly nocturnal, because they are safer in...