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The Benefits of Installing Bat Houses for Natural Pest Control

The Benefits of Installing Bat Houses for Natural Pest Control Bats are associated with diseases like rabies and histoplasmosis, and they are the last thing you want in your attic. However, bats can be a beneficial species to have on your property when they aren’t in your house, as they serve as a means of…

Written by on May 23, 2024

Wasps to Watch Out for This Spring in Westchester, NY

Wasps to Watch Out for This Spring in Westchester, NY As the weather begins to warm up in Westchester County, stinging insects like wasps are emerging to build their nests. Unfortunately, you often find wasps building their nests on your deck or porch, or even sometimes inside your garage or attic! Don’t worry, Westchester Wildlife…

Written by on May 2, 2024

The Two Squirrel Nesting Seasons

The Two Squirrel Nesting Seasons Squirrels are one of the most persistently annoying nuisance animals in the Westchester County area, known for scratching and gnawing their way into attics to build their nests, often ripping up and soiling your insulation in the process. Squirrels are drawn to your home’s attic because it provides them with…

Written by on March 19, 2024

Bird Proofing Your Home This Spring

Bird Proofing Your Home This Spring Spring is almost here, and birds have already been causing issues in homes across Westchester County. Birds like pigeons, starlings and sparrows are known to nest inside attic spaces and exterior dryer vents, where they can cause extensive damage to your attic insulation and pose a fire hazard with…

Written by on March 13, 2024

How to Prevent Groundhogs This Spring

How to Prevent Groundhogs This Spring Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, are one of the most notorious wildlife you can have in your yard, as once these critters exit hibernation in the spring, they will rip up your lawn, hollow out the ground underneath structures like sheds and decks, and raid your garden for any…

Written by on March 5, 2024