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A rat inside a humane metal cage trap, standing on its hind legs and peering through the bars, after successful trust trapping.

Why Aren’t My Rat Traps Working?

2/20/26 •Joe Dingwall•Uncategorized,

If traditional snap traps or bait are not working, the issue is usually behavioral rather than mechanical. In… Read More

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Winter Rodent Activity During Temperature Swings in Albany and the Capital Region

2/13/26 •Joe Dingwall•Mice Control, Pest Control, Rat Control,

After more than two weeks of harsh winter conditions across the Capital Region of New York, the area is… Read More

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Cold-Weather Cockroach Control Strategies for Property Managers

1/26/26 •Joe Dingwall•Cockroach Control,

Cockroaches are an issue for millions of homes across the United States, with apartments and multi-family dwellings at… Read More

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Why Mice Invade Retail Stores and How to Prevent It

1/20/26 •Joe Dingwall•Mice Control,

Introduction to Mouse Activity in Retail Stores As the weather changed and becomes colder, the odds of mice… Read More

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2026 Pest Control Trends Impacting New York Businesses

1/9/26 •Joe Dingwall•Ask the Expert, Pest Control,

Introduction to Trends in New York Across the state, businesses are tasked with staying informed about pest issues,… Read More

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