Homeowner Finds 700 Pounds of Woodpecker Acorns: What We Can Learn
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1y ago
A California homeowner had quite the surprise when a pest control expert discovered 700 pounds of acorns stashed inside their walls and chimney. The bounty was laid there by woodpeckers over a 2-5 year period and had to be carried out in 8 large garbage bags.  While this event was certainly extreme and unique, it speaks to the importance of pest control experts when dealing with any type of pest problem. Let’s review the lessons we can learn from this episode and how you can prevent a similar (but hopefully smaller) occurrence in your home or business.  Why Do Woodpeckers Hoard Acorn ..read more
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Why Healthcare Facilities Suffer Cockroach Infestations
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1y ago
Cockroaches pose a significant health threat to any facility they inhabit. They’ve been known to carry 30 types of harmful bacteria and several dangerous pathogens. Even hospitals, which we think of as clean, pest free buildings, can be at risk for cockroach infestation - especially in the fall when pests seek warmer climates. How do cockroaches get into hospitals and healthcare facilities and what can you do about it? We’ll explain. If your healthcare facility is victim of a cockroach infestation, contact Assured Environments today for swift and discrete pest control treatment.  3 Reaso ..read more
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How to Avoid Bed Bugs While Traveling
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2y ago
  Summer is here, and that means that vacation time for many. Renting houses and hotel rooms can also mean a major increase in the incidence of bed bugs.  While these pests can be quite a nuisance, you can learn how to check for bed bugs and avoid bringing them home with you when your travels are over. Bed bugs travel with humans and are notorious hitch hikers. They stow away on clothes and in luggage. The pros at Assured Environments are your experts for bed bug prevention and control in the New York area. We’ll tell you how to identify bed bugs as well as how to get rid o ..read more
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How to Expel Pests from Your NYC School
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2y ago
New York Schools are ideal locations for pest infestations. Many are in large, older buildings with characteristic nooks and crannies where pests can squeeze in. They’re mostly quiet in the evening when pests are most active and there is always food available. Keeping pests of all kinds out of your school or college can be a challenge. A 2018 study found unhealthy pests in almost half of all New York school cafeterias. Once they get in, they’re reluctant to leave and many reproduce quickly. To combat tough New York pests, you need an experienced team of pest control experts to tackle your prob ..read more
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K9 Bed Bug Inspection in NYC: Save Time and Money
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2y ago
How Bed Bug Sniffing Dogs Stop Bed Bugs Fast A bed bug sniffing dog is no different than a drug or bomb sniffing dog. It’s simply a matter of training the dog to identify a specific smell.  Like anything, bed bugs have their own unique scent. At Assured Environments we employ a team of police certified K9 bed bug detection dogs that are the best in New York and New Jersey. Having a dog locate bed bugs in your NYC home or business saves you time and money. Dogs are 97% accurate and can locate bed bugs much quicker than their human handlers. Not only are K9 detectors fast, but they can also ..read more
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How to Choose the Best Pest Control in New York City
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2y ago
New York, New Jersey and Southwestern Connecticut have plenty of pest control options. Assured Environments has proudly provided the New York area with the best commercial and residential pest control services since 1934. We offer humane and effective pest solutions delivered with unmatched service. At the heart of our company is the belief that every employee is a partner working together to help you, our customer. When you hire Assured Environments, you get a team of technicians, entomologists, customer service experts and data trackers. You receive the most technologically advanced, safe an ..read more
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The Importance of Quick Pest Extermination for Carpenter Ants
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2y ago
Carpenter ants are especially tenacious insects that can be extremely difficult to eradicate. Colonies can contain tens of thousands of members and carpenter ant nests grow quickly. Carpenter ants don’t eat wood, but tunnel into to it. They can do extensive damage to homes and businesses once they’ve gained entry. How do you know if you have carpenter ants? And how do you get rid of them? We’ll make this quick so you can take fast decisive action to prevent a small problem from becoming a massive challenge. Signs You Have Carpenter Ants in Your House or Business Nests are usually found in mois ..read more
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The Biggest & Baddest Pest Infestations in NYC History
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2y ago
There are plenty of juicy urban legends circulating about pests in New York City. Often the myth isn’t too far from the fact, like with toilet rats.  NYC has its share of pests and some of those pests have made it into the history books. You want to hear the big kahunas. The “alligator in the sewers; sentient rat king” stories. Well, hold onto your hat, because here they are. These are four of the wildest pest infestations ever heard of in our great city. Warning: may cause itching and sleeplessness.   New York’s Post-Pandemic Rat Problem  Humans weren’t the only New York ..read more
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Traveling? Here’s How to Avoid Ticks in Upstate NY
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2y ago
Whether for a day trip or extended visit, Upstate NY has plenty of beautiful destinations. Hiking the Adirondacks, wine tours in the Finger lakes and exploring Letchworth state park are some of the best getaways north of the city. They’re also some of the best places to find ticks. Don’t be discouraged by these tiny eight-legged blood sucking hitchhikers. At Assured Environments we see plenty of ticks in NYC too. We know how to avoid them and what you should do if you find a tick. Tick season lasts from spring through fall and ticks don’t slow down until the temperatures dip below 45 degrees ..read more
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What Do Fleas Look Like?
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3y ago
Fleas are tiny to the human eye, which makes identifying them tricky. Not only will we tell you what fleas physically look like, we'll describe flea eggs and flea larvae along with the signs you may have fleas on your pets or in your home. Fleas are a stressful pest to have. They multiply quickly and can be difficult to get rid of. They bite animals and humans and leave behind itchy welts similar to mosquito bites. In worst case scenarios, fleas spread disease. If you have fleas in your home, you’ll want to treat the problem swiftly. A pest control expert like Assured Environments can help. Wh ..read more
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