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Unwanted Bird Damage

Unwanted Bird Damage

The temperatures are starting to rise and birds are starting to prepare their nests to start laying their young. It's fascinating to watch a bird build it's nest out of really anything. Recently, I watched a video showing a bird weaving a piece of twig in and out of the nest to strengthen it's sides. I never realized that the smallest of birds are extremely smart. Bird season coming into effect can be very expensive for homeowners. Even though they are small, one wouldn't thi

Raccoon Love

Raccoon Love

I'm a raccoon! It's 1:00 in the morning and I've decided to move into your attic. I'll make so much noise because I'm rearranging what's up there to fit my taste. Are you sleeping? I'm pretty sure right now that I have gotten your undivided attention. My sharp claws will tear into your duct work and insulation so I can use the material for my bed. I'll also use the insulation as my personal bathroom so you don't have to worry about sharing. Unfortunately, my feces is toxic so

Take The Pro-Active Approach: Ensure Your Home Will Be Pest Free

Take The Pro-Active Approach: Ensure Your Home Will Be Pest Free

Nuisance wildlife pests have no problem moving into a building without permission. Especially your home. The homeowner needs to take preventative measures against nuisance pests to ensure they can't enter the home. There are common entry areas that can be found around your home which enables nuisance pests inside. These areas include rooftops, chimneys, vents and/or gaps within the building itself. Other locations around the building that are considered entry ways are garages

President's Day Facts

President's Day Facts

An American holiday, President's Day, was established in 1885 recognizing President George Washington. This holiday became popular after it was part of the Uniform Monday Holiday Act in 1971. The Act was an attempt to create more three day weekends for the workers within the nation. Here are some more facts for President's Day. 1. The day is viewed as a day to celebrate all U.S. presidents regarding past, present and future. 2. In 1800 is when the day began following the deat

Love Given By Unwanted Pests

Love Given By Unwanted Pests

Valentine's Day is now over for 2019. Special things happen on this day. There are marriage proposals, some people have cards, candy, and/or flowers waiting for them. This day is to be the most romantic day of the year. Not only are people getting gifts from their loved ones, but they are also getting gifts from unwanted pests too. Nuisance wildlife pests leave unwanted situations from their invasion within our life. There are many animals within our area who mate during this

Building Entry Areas That Nuisance Pests Use

Building Entry Areas That Nuisance Pests Use

Our home is our castle. It's a place where we can raise a family and it shields us from the outside weather. A place where family members come together to enjoy the holidays around each other. Our home is our safe haven, or so that's what we think. Wildlife animals can be a nuisance. Raccoons and squirrels are notorious for barging in our safe haven. Mice will wreck havoc behind the walls, eat into the food stored in the food pantry, and multiply in numbers to continue to do

Bees Becoming Extinct

Bees Becoming Extinct

I recently took a communication college course. The base of the course was to strengthen communication on a personal and business level. Half of the grade was to be able to communicate by presentations. One of the student's presentations was about how bees are becoming extinct and it got me thinking how bees play a humongous part of our economy. There are over 25,000 bee species in the world and they provide an important natural products and services. There are dozens specie

Furry Animals Doesn't Always Mean Cuteness

Furry Animals Doesn't Always Mean Cuteness

When we see a baby animal, our minds go into awe and we marvel over all the cuteness. No matter the animal. However, underlying all that cuteness is an animal that can cause a lot of damage for a homeowner. The face of a raccoon looks to be a face of a bandit and behind that face is an animal that can cause thousands of dollars in damage within a home. Raccoons have human like hands which are strong enough to rip apart the siding of your home, tear apart ducts, chew on wires,

Warmer Temperatures Mean More Nuisance Pests

Warmer Temperatures Mean More Nuisance Pests

Just a few days ago, Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog failed to see his shadow which means spring will come early. The polar vortex surely brought frigid temperatures to this area, so warmer temperatures will be welcoming. Warmer temperatures bring blooming flowers, green leaves on the trees, and daylight savings time right around the corner. However, warmer temperatures also bring out nuisance wildlife pests as well. Warmer temperatures is the time when most animals c

February 2nd: Is It Early Spring Or Late Winter

February 2nd: Is It Early Spring Or Late Winter

On February 2nd, a groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil comes our his burrow to let America and Canada if we will have an early Spring or late Winter. If he sees his shadow, then we are to have a longer winter. However, this year of 2019, he did not see his shadow which means we will have an early Spring. Our area has seen very frigid temperatures due to the northern vortex. Therefore, it will be wonderful to feel milder temperatures. Here is some facts about Groundhog's Day. 1.