by Sharyn Haggerty | Jan 10, 2024 | All Posts, Bedbug Control
It’s cold and snowy here in New England. Now that the snow has hit, people are already thinking about how and when they can head to a warmer climate. Before jumping on that plane, train or automobile, many travelers create a travel checklist to help them prepare...
by Sharyn Haggerty | Jul 20, 2023 | All Posts, Ant Control
While the summer season often yields vacations, backyard BBQs and family picnics, it also welcomes a houseguest that nobody wants—ants! From food contamination to costly property damage, these pests can pose serious health and property risks. This summer season, make...
by Anthony Vallerand | Jun 1, 2023 | All Posts, Mosquito and Tick Control
Ticks and Mosquitos are blood-feeding pests, which can possibly carry diseases that can be transmitted to humans. Ticks are found generally in areas that are brushy, shady, tall grasses, and wooded areas. Mosquitos breed on still water and don’t leave far from...
by Sharyn Haggerty | May 18, 2023 | All Posts, Ant Control
Why early detection and treatment is essential: Ants play a role in our natural environment. However, having ants in your home can quickly become a nuisance. Ant infestations are a common problem that many homeowners have, and once they are in the home, they can be...
by Sharyn Haggerty | Apr 18, 2023 | All Posts, Termite Control
Spring is finally starting to arrive here, termites are starting to swarm. During this time, they may seek out your home as a new nesting place. The damage from a termite infestation can easily go unnoticed for a long period of time, NW Pest Control would like to...
by Sharyn Haggerty | Mar 19, 2023 | All Posts, Termite Control
Winter should be coming to an end shortly and we are all praying for warmer weather. But with the warmer weather comes spring pests. Once the warm weather starts to stick around, several household pests will unquestionably spring into action. During this time of...
by Anthony Vallerand | Nov 22, 2022 | All Posts, Ant Control, Rodent Control, Termite Control
As the cold winter approaches and we head into the holiday season, don’t forget the potential pest risks associated. While decorating the tree or drinking hot chocolate by the fire as fun, be careful of the potential risks pests may pose in these winter months....
by Anthony Vallerand | Nov 17, 2022 | All Posts, Rodent Control
As the winter sweeps into the New England area, rodents are looking for new homes. As seen in the past, winter marks the season when rodents come inside looking for warmth and a place to nest. Sometimes the most common place for rodents to nest is in our garages, and...
by Anthony Vallerand | Sep 13, 2022 | All Posts, Miscellaneous
Have you ever wondered what an vintage pest control PSA looked like? Today I will show you a couple of vintage pest control PSA videos highlighting the health risks pest can pose in our homes. In the associated videos...
by Anthony Vallerand | Aug 31, 2022 | All Posts, Ant Control
Carpenter Ants 101 Carpenter ants can have colonies that can contain thousands of ants. Carpenter ants usually nest outside of homes, but worker ants will come to the house looking for a source of food. Knowing the signs of carpenter ants can help prevent a major...