You’ve probably seen silverfish in your home before. They are very common and they are harmless insects, but they can infest your home. These shiny silver insects have antennae and fine, fish-like scales covering their bodies. Adults are usually about ¾ inch long with two antennae and 3 tail projections. Once female silverfish reach adulthood,… Read more »
Cockroach infestation can sometimes go unnoticed until the population has reached significant levels. Depending on the species, this can happen at an alarming speed. The most common way people realize they have an issue is by seeing the actual insects themselves. But due to the nocturnal nature of this pest, the actual insects may not… Read more »
The changing weather patterns are beginning to harm food resources and are leading to more insect invasions throughout the globe. At first, the insect invasions could be predicted easily, but climate change makes it even more challenging to keep track of these annoying creatures. Are you wondering how the weather affects insect problems? The University… Read more »
Fruit flies are one of the biggest pest annoyances faced by homeowners, and it often seems like they come out of nowhere. These unwanted house guests may be tiny, but they can be an absolute nuisance when they’ve infested your home. If you live in New England, these pesky pests are probably familiar to you.… Read more »
The Modern Pest team is pleased to announce the addition of an electric bike to our transportation fleet. The Portland, Maine branch recently acquired an e-bike to be used on the islands off the coast of Maine. The Modern Pest Service Professional will bring the e-bike with them on the ferry to the islands and… Read more »
Ants are a common nuisance pest in New England, indoors and out. Once they infest your home, they can be hard to get rid of. Luckily, Modern Pest can help! There are also things you can do to help keep them out of your home. So, what kind of ants do you have, and what… Read more »
The four most common tick species found in New England are American dog ticks, brown dog ticks, black-legged (deer) ticks, and lone star ticks. The highest risk of being bitten by a tick is during spring and summer. Infestations have been on the rise here over the past few years, which is a concern for… Read more »
Tick season is here, and people are already spotting them. But it’s not just humans that are at risk. Dogs, outdoor cats, and horses are the pets most susceptible to tick bites and tickborne diseases and should be checked regularly. Vaccines are not available for many of the tickborne illnesses animals can contract, and vaccines… Read more »
While the threat of tick-borne disease is usually associated with spring and summer, ticks are now a problem year-round in New England. This is attributed mainly to climate change. Winters are becoming more mild and ticks are becoming active during a time of year they’re usually dormant. This increases the public health risk presented by… Read more »
There are certain circumstances where your pest control costs can be deducted from your taxes. It’s always a good idea to check with a tax professional to make sure you’re getting the correct deductions. But if you have a home office, own rental property, or own a business, chances are you can deduct at least… Read more »