Fleas in your yard and how to prevent them
Fleas, those tiny but persistent nuisances, can find their way into yards and homes, causing discomfort for both humans and pets. To prevent a flea infestation in your yard, maintain a clean and tidy outdoor space. Regularly mow the lawn, trim bushes, …
Where are mosquitoes found and why they are dangerous
These resilient insects are not confined to specific regions; they navigate the globe, thriving in warm and humid climates. From the dense rainforests of South America to the stagnant waters of Southeast Asia, mosquitoes make their presence known. Their habitats range from …
Ticks in New Jersey – what you need to know to help protect your family
Ticks are small creatures and are related to spiders in the arachnid group. They have 3 life stages, larva, nymph, and adult. In each of these stages, the tick must feed on blood in order to grow into the next stage in …
Tips to Prevent Diseases Spread by Mosquitoes
Did you know that mosquito-borne diseases are those spread by the bite of an infected mosquito? Some mosquito-borne diseases that are spread to people by mosquitoes include Zika virus, West Nile virus, and Malaria. Zika, is spread mostly by the bite of …
Tips to Reduce Chances of Tick-borne Disease
Did you know that some ticks carry pathogens that can cause human disease, such as Lyme Disease, Babesiosis, and Ehrlichiosis? According to the CDC there are things you can do to help reduce your chances of getting a tickborne disease: Check your …
When to Spray for Ticks in Your Yard
Warm weather is right around the corner and with warmer weather comes more time spent outdoors. More time spent outdoors means the higher your chances are of coming into contact with mosquitoes and ticks, especially in central New Jersey. Bug sprays and …
Top 3 Tips to Help Eliminate Mosquitoes from Your Yard
As spring approaches, we all start to dream about cracking open our windows to let the fresh air in, and plan how to maximize our outdoor space for ultimate enjoyment and relaxation during the spring and summer months. What we don’t want …