by John Bozarjian | Jan 4, 2021 | Ants, Blog
It’s amazing to think that social insects such as bees and ants have mechanisms through which they can contain and curb the spread of diseases within their colonies. Now, researchers are looking at how they do it in the hope of helping us fight our battles against...
by John Bozarjian | Dec 30, 2020 | Blog, Pest Control
Did you know that there is a species of beetles with a shell so strong that you could run it over with your car, and you still wouldn’t be able to crush it? However, until recently, scientists had no idea why they were so tough. It turns out that these beetle’s outer...
by John Bozarjian | Dec 7, 2020 | Blog, Pest Control
Assassin bugs are a large group of true bugs that belong to the Reduviidae family. The family contains around 300 documented species, several of which dwell in Massachusetts. Assassin bugs are often cited as beneficial insects for gardeners due to the bug’s habit of...
by John Bozarjian | Dec 1, 2020 | Blog, Pest Control
Insect pests are well known for using a variety of obscure entry points in order to invade homes, and this is especially common during the fall season in the northeast when falling temperatures prompt insects to overwinter indoors. Some of the most common entry points...
by John Bozarjian | Nov 12, 2020 | Blog, Pest Control
Temperature and humidity levels within a home vary significantly depending on location, as basements and cellars are generally moist, while an attic tends to be the driest area within a home. Bathrooms often contain the highest moisture levels of any indoor area, as...