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Prevent Carpenter Ants from Coming into your Home

Posted on July 2, 2021
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Firewood, stumps, trees. Carpenter ant activity in a tree is often a secondary issue and can be a sign that the tree has wood rot. Untreated landscape timbers, decks, porch steps, and pillars Structural modification Discourage ants by replacing moist or rotting wood with pressure... more
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Check your clothing for ticks

Posted on July 1, 2021
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Ticks may be carried into the house on clothing. Any ticks that are found should be removed. Tumble dry clothes in a dryer on high heat for 10 minutes to kill ticks on dry clothing after you come indoors. If the clothes are damp, additional time may be needed. If the clothes require washing first,... more
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What do wasps feed on?

Posted on June 29, 2021
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Wasps satisfy their nutritional need for protein by preying on other insects. They feed on a variety of garden pests. The diet of a paper wasp, for instance, includes corn earworms, armyworms, tobacco hornworms, etc., while yellowjackets and bald-faced hornets feed on house flies, blow flies, and... more
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Common carpenter ant nesting sites

Posted on June 28, 2021
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In or outside the home Damp areas where rainwater comes in or where plumbing leaks or seepage occur: Window and door sills Behind downspouts In walls where gutters overflow Under shingles Below a leak in a roof valley Under dishwashers and washing machines Under shower or... more
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What should I know about Bedbug habitat and feeding habits?

Posted on June 25, 2021
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They generally live in small groups as opposed to nests or hives. The bugs lay eggs, and the eggs hatch into incredibly small nymphs, only about 1/16th of an inch long. The nymphs go through molten stages and grow into adult size in about 5 weeks. They reproduce quickly. The females of the... more
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Tick Precautions before You Go Outdoors

Posted on June 24, 2021
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Treat clothing and gear with products containing 0.5% permethrin. Permethrin can be used to treat boots, clothing and camping gear and remain protective through several washings. Alternatively, you can buy permethrin-treated clothing and gear. Use Environmental Protection Agency... more
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Where are mosquitoes found?

Posted on June 22, 2021
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Mosquitoes are found throughout the U.S. although some species are more common in certain regions. One of these, the Asian tiger mosquito, is found primarily in the South although it has moved into the northeast over the past few years. Asian tiger mosquitoes are unique in that they feed during the... more
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Know where to expect ticks

Posted on June 21, 2021
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Ticks live in grassy, brushy, or wooded areas, or even on animals. Spending time outside walking your dog, camping, gardening, or hunting could bring you in close contact with ticks. Many people get ticks in their own yard or neighborhood. By:... more
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Carpenter Ant Food sources

Posted on June 18, 2021
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Carpenter ants eat almost anything people eat and are especially fond of sweets, fats, and proteins. Other insects, dead or alive, are a major part of their diet. Unlike termites, carpenter ants do not actually consume the wood of trees, stumps, or structures but they do use it for... more
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Are mosquitoes more attracted to some people over others?

Posted on June 17, 2021
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Yes. Studies have shown that certain factors have an effect on how attractive a person is to mosquitoes. Some of these, such as wearing dark colored clothing or perfume, can easily be avoided. Other factors like blood type, body temperature and the presence of naturally occurring bacteria on skin... more
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