The Triatomine Insect known as the “kissing bug” has been found, and properly identified, in two neighboring states to New Jersey: Pennsylvania and Delaware. The “kissing bug” tends to bite on the face or around the eye which is why it has been labeled the “kissing bug”. This insect has been known for carrying Chagas […]
As a business owner, you already know that your building is the foundation of all sales, and it’s appearance can quickly increase or decrease profits. Protect your business’ reputation by maintaining a clean and pest-free environment for your customers. Here are the top three pests to be on the lookout for this spring. Spiders These […]
Spotted Lantern Fly Commercial Blog Post The spotted lantern fly was first detected in Pennsylvania in 2014 from Asia. In 2016 this invasive pest was found in a 174 square mile area. By 2017 it had expanded to an area more than 3,000 square miles. Today it has been detected in 12 states and as […]
No matter how hard you try, flies keep getting into your restaurant, and you’ve run out of ideas to get rid of them. Well, Viking Pest is here to give you some advice to keep flies away and protect your restaurant’s reputation. Keep Trash and Dumpsters Away from any Entry Points to the Establishment Keeping […]
At Viking Pest, we know how important it is to our customers to have the option of organic pest control. Viking’s Organic pest control program is a natural pest control solution to rid your home of unwanted pests and the diseases they carry. What is Organic Pest Control? Our Organic program utilizes natural pesticides derived […]
Spring is here, and so are the bees! As a homeowner, you have probably heard about carpenter bees and that they can cause damage to your home, but you’re also probably wondering how to determine if you have carpenter bees, or bumble bees. Viking Pest is here to help! Read below to learn the difference […]
It’s that time of year again! The ice and snow are beginning to melt, the days are becoming longer, and warmer weather is right around the corner. After a long and cold winter, spring is more than welcome …. but with warmer weather, come warm weather pests. Spring may mean beautiful weather, but that’s not all it […]
Press release Summit, NJ, May 3rd 2018 Data-driven solutions are the new standard for pest control, enabling precise solutions and constant control – and Anticimex has the leading solutions. Anticimex SMART is an intelligent system that detects rodents early. By constantly monitoring and immediately alerting, the system prevents costly infestations in an environmentally friendly manner. […]
Some things you did not know about the insects we call friends! – Lady Bugs It is ironic that some insects are viewed as cute and almost cuddly, like lady bug. Meanwhile other harmless beetle species, like ground beetles, most people would never consider handling. Why is this? Did the lady bug (actually it’s proper […]
Winter Pests: Firewood and the Winter Pest Problem Viking’s Guide to Winter Pest Problems Who doesn’t like a nice, roaring fire on a cold winter’s night? Most people think it is delightful and, if they have a fireplace, happily burn fires as often as they can, enjoying how their warmth and ambient light can make […]
Like people, pests have three major needs to survive: shelter, food, and water. While many pests can overwinter in the outdoors and can find water sources, even in the coldest weather, they are often tempted to invade homes, garages, barns, and other human-spaces for food. Therefore, one of the best winter pest prevention tips that […]
Pests of Fall: Pest-Proofing Viking’s Guide to Preventing Autumn Pests From Entering Your Home When fall comes, animals begin to prepare for the winter. They look for a warm place to live with easy access to food and water. As you can imagine, your home looks more appealing to most pests than of the areas surrounding it, which is […]
Pests of Fall: The Usual Suspects Viking’s Guide to Fall Pests Many people do not realize that seasonal changes make a significant difference in your pest risk. In the summer, many pests are content to live outside. Not only are warmer temperatures comfortable for them, but food and water sources are usually abundant in the outdoors […]
How to Avoid Bed Bugs. VIKING’s Back to School Bed Bug Advice for College Students Warren, NJ (9/20/2016) – As college students prepare to return to campuses nationwide, many plan to bring secondhand furniture including mattresses, futons, dressers, couches and more. As bags are being packed, and students begin to move in, Viking is urging […]
Yellow Jackets… They’ll Be Ready, Will You? Story from a few years back: It’s a typical fall Saturday and I’m coaching my daughter’s soccer team. The lineup is done, the kids are ready and the referee is ready to start the game. Life could not be better right? All of a sudden I take a […]
Falling Temperatures do not Necessarily Mean Fewer Insects With record-breaking cold temperatures in much of the United States recently, newspaper headlines have suggested that the freezing weather this winter could mean fewer insects next spring. For example: “Celebrating Deep Freeze, Insect Experts See a Chance to Exterminate Off Invasive Species”. “The Upside Of The Bitter Cold: […]
BUGS and the Real Christmas Tree Source: Rayanne D. Lehman and James F. Stimmel Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Plant Industry Purchasing a REAL Christmas tree may be a big decision for many people, but fears of introducing unwanted and potentially harmful pests into the home via the tree are unwarranted. Every Christmas tree […]
Deadly Kissing Bug Could Be In New Jersey The “triatomine bugs” carry a deadly parasite and feed on the blood of mammals, including humans. By TOM DAVIS (Patch Staff), November 25, 2015 A deadly insect known as the “kissing bug” could potentially be in New Jersey, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. […]
Insects and Rodents That Become More of a Nuisance in Autumn With fall comes a change in the seasons that means colder weather and changing vegetation. Every time there is an outdoor temperature change or a change in food sources, one can expect to encounter different types of pests. Changing temperatures also mean that […]
It’s that time of year when yellowjackets (Vespula germanica), those black and yellow wasps that seem to increase in numbers in the early fall months of September and October besiege our homes and gardens. The reason for the increase in numbers is because the colony begins to produce males for mating purposes. The males of […]
How did or how do bed bugs get into my home? The answer to this occurrence is that they hitchhike. Bed bugs are usually introduced in our homes from areas where we travel, how we travel, what and where we buy items for our homes, where we visit and where we recreate. Please keep in […]
PCT Magazine October-2012 Research out of Ohio State finds foggers have little impact on modern-day bed bugs due to the brief exposure times, their relatively low concentrations of pyrethrins and/or pyrethroids, and their lack of residual activity. And, the insecticide mist from such foggers had no adverse effects on any bed bugs that were in […]
Mexican Bean Beetles By William A. Kolbe B.C.E. New Jersey Gardeners are reporting sightings and damage on beans (especially lima and snap beans) from Mexican Bean Beetles (MBB). Activity levels and ensuing damage by these plant feeders will vary this year due to the cool spring and water amounts from rainfall (and lack of rain). […]
Proper Trap Placements for Summertime Pests By Gregory Covello A.C.E. Summer is finally here and as our gardens flourish so do the pests that invade them. Throughout my travels I often encounter do-it-yourselfers trying to eliminate a variety of pests using various traps. Many times I can’t help to notice the poor placement of pest […]
It is difficult not to get excited about late springtime in New Jersey. The weather tends to be gorgeous, flowers begin blooming, and everything gets a nice dark green after months of snow and slush. However, summertime means Mosquito Season, and you may have already noticed the tiny insects clamoring for your blood every time […]
Time to Pest-Proof Your Home April is “National Pest Management Month” Pest Controllers offer tips Everyone is happy to see the cold of winter replaced by the first warm days of spring,” says Leonard Douglen, the Executive Director of the New Jersey Pest Management Association, “and this is just as true for the many insect […]
Carpenter ants – What are Carpenters doing in my garden? By Gregory Covello, A.C.E. While tending your garden you notice large black ants. You tell yourself that these ants can’t be Carpenter Ants, because Carpenter Ants eat wood, not my garden. However you notice these large ants crawling on plants and they seem to be […]
Winter Pests! When you look outside at a bare winter landscape, you may be tempted to think that all animals hibernate or go south for the winter. Many animals do become less active or seek warmer climates when temperatures drop. For example, many species of birds are migratory and fly south for the winter months. […]
By Gregory Covello, A.C.E. (Associate Certified Entomologist) Winter is normally a time when our focus on pests in the garden is at its least. The majority of the insect world is taking a break from visiting our gardens, orchards, and farms. However, not all pests take a winter vacation. The time is now that we […]
In the winter holiday season, which lasts from the weekend before Thanksgiving until the weekend after New Year’s day, millions of Americans spend their time traveling to see family and friends, or simply taking vacation opportunities while children are off from school and most workplaces are experiencing a slowdown. Over Thanksgiving weekend, alone, over 46 […]
April is “National Pest Management Month” – Pest Controllers offer tips Disseminated by The Caruba Organization Alan Caruba April is National Pest Management Month and with the advent of spring, Leonard Douglen, the Executive Director of the New Jersey Pest Management Association, reminds homeowners that pest-proof one’s home protects against “threats to health and, importantly, […]
Bedbugs “Attend” Princeton University No Place is immune from infestation Say Pest Controllers In early October, students in a Princeton University dormitory discovered a bedbug infestation in Rockefeller College’s Holder Hall and had to be relocated while a pest control firm was called in to eliminate it. Bed bugs were first reported in Holder Hall […]
Event Sponsored by: New Jersey Pest Management Association Annual Clinic Brings Pest Controllers Together New Brunswick, NJ (8/15/13) – A giant Madagascar Hissing Cockroach designated to represent Gov. Chris Christie handily sped past another designated as Barbara Buono who is contesting him in the November elections. The event was the 17th New Jersey Cockroach Derby. […]
Defendants Must Have Appropriate Scientific Support for Pesticide and Drug Claims Two marketers of unproven cedar oil-based remedies for bed bugs and head lice have agreed to enter into settlements with the Federal Trade Commission that prohibit the allegedly deceptive claims, and require pre-approval from the Food and Drug Administration for any future treatment claims […]
What You Should Know About Bed Bugs Bed Bug Tips from Viking Pest Control “The return of bed bugs, formerly a rare pest problem,” says Leonard Douglen, Executive Director of the New Jersey Pest Management Association, “has people asking all kinds of questions these days.” “The problem had pest control professionals asking the same questions,” […]
Spiders! Eeeeeck! There’s Less to Fear than You Think By Alan Caruba “If there is one genus—arachnids—of insect pests that people fear, it is spiders,” says Leonard Douglen, Executive Director of the New Jersey Pest Management Association. “With the exception of the Brown Recluse spider and the Black Widow spider, most do not pose a […]
When Spring Arrives NJ Homeowners May Discover Termites. Don’t Panic. They’ve Been There for Years “It’s an annual ritual of spring,” says Leonard Douglen, the Executive Director of the New Jersey Pest Management Association. “Along with the warm weather, thousands of homeowners will discover that they have been playing host to colonies of termites.”
Why Choose Viking’s Overwintering Pest Protection Over “Store Bought” Stink Bug Traps? Effectiveness Most traps by manufacturers label only have an attractant that spreads out approximately 20 feet. It would take many traps to properly protect your home and you may never reach the roofline area. Viking protects the entire home with a residual from […]
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