WHAT ARE RATS? Rats are a dangerous, damaging, and problematic species of rodents that no home or business owner ever wants to deal with. Rats thrive in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. They grow to be between 15 and 17 inches long, including their tails, and the fur covering their bodies is grey, […]

Mice are small, adaptable rodents that do well in rural, suburban, and urban areas. They have learned to take advantage of the food and shelter we unintentionally offer them; large cities are home to large populations of mice because they provide them with places to live and forage for food. House mice have oval-shaped bodies […]

WHAT ARE FLIES? Flies are pests that are a common problem in New York City homes and businesses. Most flies are scavengers and out in nature help to speed up the process of breaking down decaying matter. However, when flies are living near people, these scavengers become unwanted pests. Described below are the most common species […]

WHAT ARE BIRDS? The most common and problematic birds for home and business owners in New York City is the pigeon. Pigeons, also called rock doves, grow to between 11 and 15 inches in length, and they have light gray bodies with grayish-pink beaks; depending on the exact species, some may have rust or metallic colored feathers […]

WHAT ARE BED BUGS? The bed bug is a type of insect that feeds only on the blood of warm-blooded mammals, with people being their favorite hosts; if people are not available, they may feed on other animals, including our pets. Bed bugs are prolific pests worldwide and found in every state across the U.S. […]

You probably don’t need us to tell you how gross cockroaches are if you live in Manhattan. For many New Yorkers, cockroaches are just a part of the “experience,” but we are here to tell you that this shouldn’t be the case, and no one should have to deal with this pest. Cockroaches are not […]

Roof rats, also known as ship rats and house rats, and more formally as black rats, are known for being skilled climbers – whether that’s scaling mountains, buildings, or homes. Once they’ve made it to the rooftop, they’ll scurry around up there in search of an opening to enter your attic or the upper level(s) […]

There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of a fully stocked pantry. Unfortunately, you aren’t the only one craving the snacks stocked on your shelves. Pantry pests can spoil your food, and once an infestation starts, it can be difficult to stop. If your New York City home has pantry pests, there are a few things you ought to know […]

The close living quarters of New York City and the vast number of travelers in the area make it a hot spot for bed bugs. And contrary to popular belief, even the cleanest resident in the city could have bed bugs. They feed on human blood and don’t care about your crumbs. Before you find yourself with […]

Pest problems always seem to be a lot worse in larger cities, and cockroaches in particular definitely take full advantage of booming metropolises. New York City is the largest city in the United States, and even though it’s an incredible area filled with jaw-dropping entertainment and beautiful sights, that also means cockroaches have a bounty of places […]