Protect Your Condominium Complex

Condominium facilities managers often find themselves facing an infestation of stinging insects. These pests are aggressive in nature and often sting as a way to protect their colonies or larvae from human beings who attempt to remedy an infestation on their own.

Dave's Pest Control can provide a level of expertise and knowledge of technology that can best rid your property of these stinging insects and prevents future infestations.

Call Dave at 1-800-400-6009 to schedule an appointment to review your condominium complex.

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Summertime Pest Prevention Programs

All the rain and the bouts of hot and humid weather are ideal conditions for many summer insects. That's why we offer our customers seasonal pest control plans. Here is what the summer brings...

Pests: All of the new beginnings from spring have come to full bloom in the summer for pest activity. The maximum activity puts more pressure on our homes as the insects are seeking more favorable living conditions for food, moisture, lower temperatures, harborage, etc. All of these can be quickly found in our homes.

Stinging Insects: The predators of the insect world (scorpions, spiders, centipedes, etc.) follow their prey into our homes during this increased activity. They enter through cracks, crevices, damaged areas around our doors, windows, eaves, weep holes, plumbing penetrations, electrical/utility connections, etc. They are not seeking us, but interaction between people and these "stinging" insects is inevitable when we share the same living space.

If you're concerned about the summer pests in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

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Serving Central Massachusetts
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Request A Pest or Rodent Inspection

There are two simple ways to request a pest inspection from Dave's Pest Control. Visit our web site and fill out a "Request Inspection Form," or just give us a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Our mission is to set the standard of superior service in the Pest Management Industry that exceeds customers' expectations, and provides an enriching, fulfilling and rewarding environment for employees while supporting the community.

If you're concerned about insect or rodent infestations in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009. Our family protecting your family since 1972.

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A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
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Bed Bug Precaution

Now that the summer travel and vacation season is upon us, I think it is worthwhile to review this video on bed bug precautions when traveling.



If you're concerned that you have bedbugs in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

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Ant Lion Deadly Trap

An ant lion sets a death trap, courtesy of National Geographic.

NatGEo

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Just In Case ...

Who knows? You may be in need of a cab ride one day and, lo and behold, you flag down the Cash Cab!

Let's get you prepared with more pest-related trivia!

• Carpenter bees drill round holes about one inch deep into wood and then turn 90 degrees and drill galleries four to six inches long in which to lay their eggs.
• Rats contaminate and destroy enough food worldwide each year to feed 200 million people.
• About 1,000 cases of malaria are reported each year in the U.S.

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Leading Pest Concerns

The top four pests of concern for users of professional pest control are:

• Ants (75%)
• Spiders and Termites (56%)
• Cockroaches (48%)

No home or business needs to be infested. so if you're concerned about any of these pests, or other insects or rodents, in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

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A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
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Did You Know...

Pest trivia...because you never know when "Who Wants To be A Milliionaire" may call you!

• Unlike many other insects, all of the periodical cicadas in an area emerge from the nymph stage as a full-grown winged adult at once.

• Over 5 million children are sensitive to cockroaches.

• A queen bee can lay her weight in eggs each day, laying 1 per minute, all day and all night, for a total of 1,500 eggs in 24 hours, and 200,000 in a year. 

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Reference: www.pestworld.org

Bed Bug VS Stink Bug

The news media may have been nearly obsessive in its coverage of bed bugs this year, but when it comes to insect nuisances, the stink bug is giving bed bugs a run for the money.

The brown marmorated stink bugs, although native to Asia, are increasing in number, particularly in the Middle Atlantic states, damaging fruit and vegetable crops. And while they don't bite, they so gross people out. They drop from doorways, can creep into virtually any space, and make the mistake of crushing one...and you'll think you've run over a skunk.

First found in Allentown, PA in 199, the stink bug seemingly has no natural enemies here. Researchers are working earnestly to understand why the bugs reproduced at a faster rate this year, and come up with a way to protect vegetable and fruit crops from this invader.

If you're concerned about stink bugs invading your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

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Serving Central Massachusetts
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A Game For Kids

Mysterious and exciting, the world of pests challenges us to understand what attracts them to our homes and yards. Test your pest knowledge and skills with these learning games! For kids of all ages, and especially for those in third through fifth grade.

Archibald Ant is a very fussy odorous house ant who must find food for his colony and stay out of harm's way. Help Archibald complete his mission to locate and plunder the legendary sugar bowl on the far-off kitchen counter. And he needs, help, too, because he would much rather stay outdoors and avoid the unknown dangers indoors.
Click here to play!

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Keep Your Pets Pest Free

We all love our four-legged creatures great and small. Here's a nice little video on keeping your pets pest free.

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Make Holiday Treats with Love, Not Bugs

The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) offered the following tips to prevent common insects from invading your kitchen, especially while doing your holiday baking.

Beware of the “pantry pests!” Those pesky little creatures can take the sweetness out of holiday baking if you don’t guard against them.

What exactly are pantry pests? They are insects that tend to gather around food often stored in pantries and cabinets such as flour, dry cereals, spices, candies and chocolate. Common pantry pests include several types of beetles, earwigs, Indian meal moths, pillbugs, stink bugs, silverfish, centipedes, millipedes, and house crickets.

“People love making fresh baked treats during the winter and the appearance of even a single pest could put a damper on that tradition,” says Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for NPMA. “Taking some relatively simple steps and preventative measures against pantry pests can make all the difference in making sure families enjoy their holiday baking all season long.”

How can you prevent these unwanted guests from crashing your holiday cookie exchanges and baking marathons? The NPMA suggests the following tips:

• Immediately wipe up any crumbs or spills from countertops, tables, floors and shelves
• Store food in airtight containers and dispose of garbage regularly in sealed receptacles
• Only purchase food in sealed packages that show no sign of damage
• Add a bay leaf to canisters and packages of dry goods like flour, rice and other grains- their pungent scent repels many pantry pests
• Install door sweeps on exterior doors and repair damaged screens
• Check expiration dates on baking ingredients before use
• Eliminate all moisture sites, including leaking pipes and clogged drains

If you're concerned that you have Pantry Pests in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
Serving Central Massachusetts
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Reference: www.pestworld.org

Don’t Let Pests Come Home for the Holidays

The National Pest Management Association shared these suggestions for avoiding infestations during the holiday season.

(Fairfax, VA) — With the arrival of the holiday season, people all across the country are eagerly anticipating festive decorations, giving and receiving gifts and gathering with family and friends around a roaring fire.

“Between spiders and mites in Christmas trees, Indian Meal Moths and mice nesting in boxes of decorations and rodents and spiders making homes in firewood piles, homeowners need to take a few extra steps to prevent these pests from making their way into the home,” says Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for the NPMA. “Holiday preparations are busy enough without the added hassle of dealing with pest infestations, too.”

In order to protect homes from these unwanted holiday guests, the NPMA offers the following tips:

• Inspect live Christmas trees, fresh wreathes and garland for spiders and insect nests or eggs before purchasing
• Shake trees outdoors to remove any pests before bringing the tree inside
• Store firewood at least 20 feet from the home and on a raised structure such as concrete blocks or poles
• Pack decorations in airtight containers that pests can’t chew through
• Unpack decorations outdoors so any pests aren’t released into the home

If you're concerned that pests have entered your home or place of business this holiday season, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
Serving Central Massachusetts
www.davespestcontrol.net

Reference: www.pestworld.org

Deer Mice

The deer mouse makes its home outdoors in sheltered areas such as hollow tree logs or piles of debris. On the rare occasions the deer mouse comes indoors, it prefers undisturbed areas such as attics. You may also want to check under the hood of your car. Deer mice love to build "winter condos" there.

The deer mouse transmits the potentially fatal Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome. The disease can be transmitted through contact with mouse carcasses, or by breathing in aerosolized urine droplets of infected deer mice.
Prevention:

To keep mice and other rodents out, make sure all holes of larger diameter than a pencil are sealed. Mice can squeeze through spaces as small as a nickel. Seal any cracks and voids. Don't overlook proper drainage at the foundation and always install gutters or diverts which will channel water away from the building. Use heavy gloves and protective breathing gear when working in an area populated by deer mice.

If you're concerned that you have deer mice in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

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Serving Central Massachusetts
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Reference: www.pestworld.org

Residential Rodent and Insect Protection Services - Part 2

Here is more information about our Guardian Residential Protection!

Guardian Home Protection is our standard program designed to defend most homes against unwanted pests. Guardian Basic program includes:

a thorough inspection of your home and surrounding property treatment of exterior foundation, eaves, window sills and trees inside treatment if necessary reports showing what was done, what materials were used, and what you can do to help us maintain control over the pests at your facility

Customized Service Programs
Since every home is different, Dave's Pest Control offers service programs that are tailored to meet your specific pest management needs. Dave's will conduct a comprehensive inspection of your home and surrounding property to identify key problem indicators like colony sources, potential entry points for rodents, evidence of termites, and more. Once identified, Dave's will recommend the best solution for your specific pest problem.

Real Estate Inspection
If you're planning on selling or refinancing your home, you will need a wood-destroying insect inspection. FHA and VA Loans require wood destroying insect (WDI) reports prior to financing. Luckily, Dave's is Wood-Destroying Insect Certified and can help you with this.

If you're interested in discussing Guardian Residential Protection Services for your home, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

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Serving Central Massachusetts
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Pest Control Residential Protection Services - Part 1

Maintain Your Biggest Investment
Your home is your biggest investment. Chances are you've protected your investment with a solid homeowners insurance plan. But do you have a protection plan against the threat of nasty home invaders like termites, carpenter ants, and rodents?

Wood-destroying insects like carpenter ants and termites, for example, cost us billions of dollars every year. More than 90% of the homes in the US are wood framed. But even homes built of masonry and steel serve up delicious wood treats and places to live for these pests. Left unchecked, they systematically destroy our homes and valuable wood objects in them. Most homeowners policies do not cover termite and carpenter ant damage. Dave's Pest Control can help.


Quality Service at a Reasonable Cost 
Dave's trained professionals will thoroughly inspect your home to identify both problem areas and potential problem areas. After determining the best method for eliminating any existing trouble spots and preventing future infestations, Dave and his team will come up with a customized maintenance service program to fit your unique needs. You will receive a detailed written estimate to help you make your decision to do the right thing and protect your home and family.

Dave's Pest Control prides itself on providing quality personal service to the local Worcester county community at significantly lower prices than some of the larger corporations.

Services

• Mosquito Control
• Termite Bait Systems
• Rodent Prevention & Elimination FHA and VA Real Estate Inspection
• envirocare™
• Green Pest Control Program
• Customized Maintenance

Programs Pests Covered

• Ants
• Bats
• Bees
• Bed Bugs
• Birds
• Carpenter Ants
• Cockroaches
• Earwigs
• Hornets
• Mites
• Rodents
• Silverfish Spiders
• Ticks
• Wasps

If you're interested in discussing Guardian Residential Protection Services for your home, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
Serving Central Massachusetts
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Pest Health Threats - Part 6

Ants are social insects. Therefore, spotting one ant unfortunately signifies there are many more to follow. Ants are not simply unsightly – they can also be dangerous contaminates to food. Considering that you likely eat multiple meals a day in your home, the presence of ants and the potential for food contamination from their presence is an issue that must be addressed when considering your health and the health of your family.

If you have an ant infestation, be sure to take action to treat the problem and contact Dave's Pest Control to aid you in preventing future infestations.

Call Dave at 1-800-400-6009.

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Serving Central Massachusetts
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Pest Health Threats - Part 5

Fleas aren’t just a problem for man’s best friend. These pests, which commonly appear in warmer months, feed on the blood of any warm-blooded body. Typically biting human beings, fleas can cause itchy, unsightly marks as well as severe allergic reactions.

Fleas tend to catch a ride with mammals on the move, which can include not only you and your pet but also rodents. If you have a rodent problem in your home, fleas may be soon to follow.

If you suspect a flea infestation, be proactive in treating the problem and contact Dave's Pest Control to rid your home of fleas and to prevent future infestations.

If you're concerned that you have fleas in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
Serving Central Massachusetts
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Reference: www.pestworld.org

Matabele ants vs termite soldiers

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Pest Health Threats - Part 4

Lyme disease has emerged, in recent years, as a major health risk to human beings. Transmitted by ticks, typically between May and October, lyme disease is largely found in the Northeastern, upper mid-western Western states of the U.S. However, there has been an increase in the diagnosed cases of lyme disease in the South.

If you have fruit-bearing trees, particularly apples trees on your property, you most likely have deer visiting your backyard each night. Ticks love hitching a ride on these gentle creatures.

It is critical to be vigilant of ticks, especially if you are in wooded areas. Symptoms of Lyme disease include a "bull's eye" rash around the bite, flu-like symptoms and extreme fatigue.

If you're concerned that you have ticks around your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
Serving Central Massachusetts
www.davespestcontrol.net

Reference: www.pestworld.org