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Eliminate Conditions That Attract Rodents

Posted on November 24, 2020
During rodent-related service calls and inspections, environmental health practitioners should advise residents and business owners to eliminate conditions that may attract and support rodent presence. Preventive actions include sealing up access into homes and businesses, removing debris and heavy... more
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Rodents Search for New Sources of Food

Posted on November 17, 2020
Jurisdictions have closed or limited service at restaurants and other commercial establishments to help limit the spread of COVID-19. Rodents rely on the food and waste generated by these establishments. Community-wide closures have led to a decrease in food available to rodents, especially in... more
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Helpful Hints to keep the Mice Away

Posted on October 6, 2020
Do not panic if you suspect that you have a mice infestation in your house. It is unpleasant to hear mice scratching about within a wall or in an attic, but this is a problem that can be dealt with in an efficient manner. Many homeowners worry about the possibility of becoming ill, as a... more
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Happy Independence Day from A1

Posted on July 4, 2020
You're Not The Only One Celebrating! Mice and other pests don't take breaks on holiday's. If you need HELP with pest issues call any one of our many offices. Quick Tip: If you know where mice are breaking in, wad up some foil and firmly jam it in the hole. We don't know if mice don't like the... more
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Yes we are open!

Posted on March 31, 2020
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We are considered an Essential Service per the government so if you have any rodent, ant, termite or other pest issues, we can come to you and exterminate them! We have protocols set in place, if anyone is sick or feeling ill we cannot treat their residence or business. If there are no medical... more
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Should you tackle your mouse infestation yourself?

Posted on February 28, 2020
The first question I would ask is how long have you suspected the mice have been living in your house? If it has just been a few days, you could try to deal with it on your own. Set a few traps in the area where there is the most activity and see if you can catch the mice on your own. It’s at... more
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What can I do about rats coming from my neighbor’s property?

Posted on February 8, 2020
You may want to consider first addressing your neighbor or the property owner on a personal, neighbor-to-neighbor basis. A neighborhood mediator can help you to have productive a conversation and work out peaceful... more
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Rodent Tip Tuesday | How to Get Rid of Rats in the Yard

Posted on November 26, 2019
Having rats in your yard can be just as bad as having them in your house. They can contaminate your garden, and they’re a danger to your kids and pets. And if you let them hang out in your yard long enough, it will only be a matter of time before they find their way into your home. If you act... more
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Educational Video: “Infestations Vacations”

Posted on October 17, 2019
This short video, produced by Howard University's CapComm Lab, the Earth Conservation Corps, and EPA, takes a humorous look at how conditions inside the home can provide food, water, and shelter where pests can thrive, and provides practical ways to prevent infestations. by United States... more
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Bat Biology

Posted on July 26, 2019
North America is home to many species of bats, but these are the three most common nuisance (colonizing) species in the US: First is the Little Brown Bat (Myotis lucifugus)which is common in most of the US, especially the more northward states. These bats are small, with a wingspan of 8 inches,... more
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