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Understanding the Difference Between Mice and Rats 

5/21/24 •Joe Dingwall•Pest Facts & Prevention 101, Rodent Prevention,

All rodents are not the same. Once you know the sometimes subtle, sometimes more overt differences between mice… Read More

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The Importance of Regular Pest Inspections for Apartment Buildings 

5/21/24 •Joe Dingwall•Pest Facts & Prevention 101,

Data from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Housing Survey reveals that renters are nearly twice as likely to… Read More

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Getting Ready for Mosquito Season 

5/8/24 •Joe Dingwall•Mosquito Control, Pest Facts & Prevention 101,

The snow is melting away, the days are getting longer, and the weather is warming up. As Upstate… Read More

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Common Household Pests in Upstate New York: Identification and Prevention 

5/3/24 •Joe Dingwall•Pest Facts & Prevention 101,

Home to sparkling lakes, gorgeous vistas, sprawling parks, charming towns, and vibrant cities, upstate New York is a… Read More

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Humane Wildlife Control: Ethical Ways to Deal with Nuisance Animals 

4/14/24 •Joe Dingwall•Pest Facts & Prevention 101,

It’s a jungle out there. No matter where you live — rolling farmlands, sprawling suburbs, or bustling urban… Read More

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