Bed bugs are marvelous hitchhikers. Kudos to them, but bad for their hosts – humans. Bed bugs are about the size of an apple seed as an adult, but they are masters of hiding themselves among clothing, in shoe tread, or in seams of luggage and backpacks. If you think…
Bed bugs are known for their resilience and bleach is known for killing things, so does bleach kill bed bug eggs? The Simple Answer Yes, bleach and several other harsh chemicals used for cleaning and sanitation are potent enough to kill a bed bug egg. Before you get excited and…
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) is typically a rare cause of brain infections, but it has been on the rise this year especially in Massachusetts. EEE and mosquitoes go hand in hand. Here is what you need to know. Why is EEE on the rise? EEE is carried from birds to people though mosquito bites. Which mosquitoes are…
Ants and picnics seem to go hand in hand, but when they show up in a car, it can be quite another story. Here is how to get rid of sugar ants in a car: Check for an antifreeze leak Identify the ant Remove the food source Use baits to…
Rats are amazing adapters making rodent control difficult. Let’s explore and learn how to get rid of Norway Rats. Know your enemy The Norway rat has many names such as brown rat, wanderatte, sewer rat, wharf rat, water rat, and gray rat. Here are the key points: …
Whether you keep rats as pets or have experienced rats as pests, you are aware that rats have a particular smell. Here are some pointers on how to get rid of rat smell. How to get rid of rat smell from dead rats Rats can die from natural causes or…
