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Get a Head Start on Spring Pest Control
As winter comes to an end, now is the perfect time to prepare for the uptick in pest activity that arrives each spring. Read on to learn how Northern Pest of Michigan can help shield and protect your residential or commercial property from being overrun by nuisance wildlife pests. Mice/Rodent Control If we have set…
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The Benefits of Reoccurring Pest Control: Is It Right for You?
Many homeowners have tried DIY solutions for pest control, from homemade bug-repellent elixirs to baited 5-gallon buckets for mice. While these remedies may work for small intrusions, they are often time-consuming, costly, and ineffective in the long run. When it comes to managing pests in your home, property, office building, or commercial space, hiring a…
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Preventing & Addressing Bed Bug Infestations in Your Hotel
Motels, hotels, B&Bs, and similar establishments all face the ongoing challenge of keeping bed bugs at bay. Cleanliness alone does little to protect your property from these pesky hitchhiking invaders. This article outlines several proactive steps your staff can take to prevent bed bugs from entering your building and minimize the risk of infestations: 1….
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Cluster Flies: Fall’s Persistent Home Invaders
As autumn settles in, bringing cooler nights and shorter days, several insects start seeking cozy spaces for overwintering. Among them are cluster flies, a name that accurately reflects their habit of clustering together in sunny spots on walls or inside your home as they prepare to hibernate. Unlike some pests that overwinter as eggs or…
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Yellowjackets are At Their Peak in Michigan!
Though resembling bees, yellowjackets aggressively defend their colonies, which reach peak size and aggression in late summer. During August and September, these insects become particularly hostile while guarding their nests—found underground or in trees, shrubs, wood piles, and buildings, and hosting up to 5,000 members. While yellowjackets help control pests like caterpillars and flies, they…
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Bed Bugs in Hotels & More
Unfortunately, bed bugs infiltrate hotels more often than you think. These pests are common in all 50 states, and since they bunker down within upholstery and other fabrics, they survive the harshest winters. Bed bugs don’t only sequester hotels; they hitch a ride from unsuspecting travelers and can cause a nuisance within offices, daycares, hospitals,…
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