Every spring, a growing number of homeowners are joining the No Mow May movement to help bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. But could letting your lawn go unmowed for a month also invite unwanted guests like ticks? Let’s take a closer look and discuss how you can support pollinators without turning your yard into a tick hotspot. Read More >
While Maine is somewhat famous (or maybe infamous) for its “black fly season,” mosquitoes are no slouches when it comes to crashing outdoor plans. As the temperatures climb in spring, mosquito activity ramps up fast—and unlike black flies, these pests can stick around all summer long.
A bite from a mosquito might just mean a few itchy days, but in some cases, it can lead to more serious… Read More >
Are ticks already active in Maine? Short answer: yes. And they're not wasting any time.
Even though it feels like winter just left the building, ticks in Maine are already making a comeback. Early spring is when we start to see a spike in activity, especially from deer ticks (also known as blacklegged ticks), which are known carriers of Lyme disease.
In fact, one of our customer service… Read More >
With a warm, wet spring on the horizon, followed by a hot summer, pest activity in New England is expected to increase. According to the National Pest Management Association’s Bug Barometer®, due to rising temperatures, we're likely to see ticks, mosquitoes, and other pests emerging early this year. These pests thrive in damp conditions, which are abundant this season. This makes it the perfect… Read More >