What Is Hantavirus and Why Should New York Homeowners Be Concerned? The rodents that infest homes in New York are responsible for spreading several different diseases and bacteria. But few are as alarming as hantavirus. Scientifically called hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, this virus is spread in the saliva, urine, and feces of mice and rats. In

Where Do Mosquitoes Go During the Winter? As temperatures finally begin to cool off in New York City, mosquitoes are slowly starting to disappear too. You’ll probably still get a bite or two, but going outside is no longer as bad as it was earlier in the summer. The mosquitoes have seemed to simply disappear.

Types of Fall Pests in NYC Cooling temperatures means a change in pest activity around your home. Bugs may try to get inside to find a warm place to spend the winter. Other insects and animals must leave their normal habitats to find food as resources become scarce. If you have not already taken steps

Signs of Insects and Rodents Living in Your HVAC System Your HVAC system is a primary means of comfort in your home. But your ductwork can offer a safe shelter for rodents, roaches, and other pests to live, resulting in contaminants such as dander, bacteria, skin, and droppings that spread throughout your home every time

Preventing Pest Invasions After a Storm Summer and fall storms in New York can be a headache for your home. Water leaks, flooding, fallen trees, debris in your yard, and structural damage can require costly repairs. Another source of damage you might not expect after a storm is a pest infestation. Destruction to your property

Pest Control for New Homeowners Congratulations! You’ve just closed on your new home and are getting ready to move in. Ideally you are moving into a beautiful, clean home that does not have any pest problems. But that does not mean it isn’t time to start thinking about bugs. Making a plan for pest prevention