by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Feb 7, 2018 | Tips
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” – Benjamin Franklin Rats in your home can be far more than simply annoying; they damage walls, wiring, and insulation. Avoid costly repairs by preventing rats and mice from entering your home in the first place....
by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Jan 30, 2018 | Tips
Getting rid of insects or rodents in a house is a job always best handled by professionals. From small “creepy crawlers” to sizeable animals, home invaders come in different types and sizes. Getting rid of them takes different, specialized approaches. Sometimes,...
by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Jan 12, 2018 | Tips
Various insects and rodents find their way into our homes for many reasons. Food that is left lying around is a common cause; critters like an easy food source. Other than food, pests also seek water and shelter. These basic needs are often met by a house. Knowing...
by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Dec 12, 2017 | Tips
During the joyous season we might be busy preparing meals, decorating, sending cards, socializing — and handling unexpected guests. Unfortunately, this holiday those guests may not be of the human variety. When the weather gets cold, rats, ants, cockroaches, and...
by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Dec 5, 2017 | Tips
Most types of rats prefer to stay in the outdoors. Unfortunately, during the cold winter holidays, a comfortable and warm home appeals to these little creatures. Though rats are relatively large, even a hole the size of a small coin can be infiltrated by some of them....
by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Nov 27, 2017 | Tips
Wasps, like bees, have stingers. Being stung by a wasp can be an unpleasant experience. A wasp sting transmits a venom that can be both itchy and painful. Though bees are only able to sting once, wasps can sting their victims multiple times. Their stingers remain...
by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Nov 20, 2017 | Tips
Most animals hibernate during the winter. They find themselves in a den — a nice, cozy, place to sleep and store food during cold temperatures. Ants are cold blooded, so, in general, they hibernate too. Unfortunately, their “hibernation dens” are usually human...
by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Oct 30, 2017 | Tips
Is killing the queen wasp a guaranteed way to get rid of an entire wasp colony? This is not always the case. Here’s some crucial information to consider before attempting something disastrous like doing your own wasp nest removal or extermination : Identify the queen...
by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Oct 19, 2017 | Tips
It is very tempting not to call a pest control company when you suspect an insect or wildlife invasion. There are numerous sprays, traps, and “DIY” options on the market. Unfortunately, they don’t usually solve the problem. You might think pest control is a...
by Peter Bartonek Bartonek | Sep 30, 2017 | Tips
Having cockroaches inside your home is never a pleasant experience. These pests can pose a number of health risks to your family. They might carry a variety of diseases, and have the ability to cause asthma attacks in children. You can prevent the possibility of...
