Stink bugs are beginning to appear surprisingly early this year. You may see a random stink bug on your window screen or, heaven forbid, in your house. Stink bugs are harmless, but their sheer look sends most homeowners running. What is a stink bug? Thanks to our...
One of our customers called us after renting a lake house out of state. As a long-time customer, he knows what it takes to keep a home pest free, especially in wooded and ‘wet’ areas. Keeping your lake house or vacation home pest free does not have to be overwhelming...
The spotted lanternfly is a highly invasive species. They are a dangerous and destructive insect to our local farming businesses and hardwood trees such as maple, fruit trees (apples), and hops. What is the spotted lanternfly? According to the USDA, The Spotted...
Ticks have been in the news lately, including CDC bulletins, outdoor enthusiast magazines, and medical journals. Ticks and tick illnesses are on the rise here in New York State. We must be diligent and somewhat aggressive in our habits when enjoying our backyards,...
Carpenter bees are large, black, and somewhat fuzzy bees usually hanging around your home. They are justly named because they drill holes in wood to have a place for their eggs. What are carpenter bees? Carpenter bees are large, shiny, black, and yellow bees. You will...
Spongy moths, also known as gypsy moths, feed on the leaves of many trees such as oak, maple, apple, crabapple, hickory, basswood, aspen, willow, birch, pine, spruce, hemlock, and more. Oak is their tree of choice. Spongy moths are one of the area’s most significant...
Bumblebees and honeybees play a significant role in pollination and our overall ecosystem. Humans cannot live without bees. While we fear bees, we often forget the role they play in the foods we eat and the beauty of the gardens that surround us. Are honeybees the...
Dogs and outdoor cats are happy to be outside. The weather is spectacular in Upstate New York. The cool morning breeze turns into warm and sunny afternoons. While our pets play in the yard and enjoy long walks, pests may be hopping along for the ride. Let’s talk...
Carpenter ants are destructive and can cause significant damage to a home or structure. These ants are industrious builders and build tunnels by drilling through the wood, creating a place for their nests. What are carpenter ants? Carpenter ants get their name from...
Bees play an integral part in our ecosystem. As pollinators, their activities support the growth of trees, flowers, and other plants providing food and shelter for animals in our ecosystem. Without bees, the beauty we see in our gardens, and the foods we love to eat...
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