There are over 2,400 workers and visitors in the Nassau County Civil Services building five days a week, and reportedly they are being subjected to bed bugs and mice. Some believe that the building should be closed until the pest issues are contained.
CBS in New York reports that exterminators have been called into the Nassau County Social Services building and bed bed bug and mice problem is being called unacceptable.
“Many have been bitten, we have had members leave there with their arms inflamed because they have been bitten by bedbugs,” Laricchiuta told WCBS 880′s Sophia Hall. “And there are mouse droppings all over the place. It’s starting to look like the Bronx Zoo.”
WCBS 880′s Sophia Hall reported that a county spokesperson said that exterminators have been brought in, and that if bedbug problems have happened in the finest hotels, then the Social Services building is not immune. The spokesperson also said that the county has provided all staff members with bedbug training.
But Laricchiuta is far from at ease. “Imagine going to work and not knowing if there are bedbugs jumping across your desk, or in your coffee or on your clothes,” Laricchiuta said. “The bottom line is that I have 1,000 members that work in there, and they shouldn’t have to sit there all day and work, not knowing if a bedbug is jumping in their pocketbook or down their neck.”
Something to think about – would you go to work if you new your office had bed bugs and mice?
(For the record, a note from our office on the above quote that we have posted from reporter by Sophia Hall — bed bugs don’t jump).
Happy Halloween!! Tonight, you expect to see vampires, ghosts and goblins around your neighborhood but it’s the bats, spiders and other pests that will be giving you the nightmares! As temperatures have begun to cool in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut outdoor pests are seeking a warm place for the winter and they want to come into your home and place of business.
Certain pests, such as bats and bed bugs, have a resemblance to Halloween characters! Bedbugs are similar to vampires in the sense that they are both nocturnal, bloodsucking creatures.
To keep spiders, mice, roaches, and other unwelcome creepy crawlers out of your home, keep all food and sweets stored in air tight containers. Don’t let your kids leave their candy on the floor as this is an open invitation for pests. If you insist on carving and leaving your pumpkin outside, it’s a good idea to bring it in at night to avoid attracting mice, rats and other outdoor pests that are looking for food and warmth.
Don’t let pests be a nightmare in your home anymore! If you live in New York, New Jersey or Connecticut call JP McHale Pest Management Inc. for all of your residential and commercial pest control services.
The Times of India reported severe damage to their most sacred Hindu temple, Pashupatinath. The damage was inflicted by mice and the structure is said to be in jeopardy of collapse if action is not taken immediately.
The temple is said to have been built in 1459 AD and reportedly renovated twice since then. The temple walls are coated in silver, but the wood beneath it is being gnawed away by the mice infestation. The pillars surrounded by gold and copper are thought to be hollowed out, and thousands of mice scurry around interrupting prayer. What pests!
Mice chew their way through wood and other materials in order to keep the length of their teeth under control to prevent starvation. These rodents have caused extreme damage to this sacred temple all to keep themselves well fed!
Pests do not consider others, such as home and business owners or religious followers when they want infest a cozy place.
Most people are concerned with cleanliness (or lack thereof!) when mice infestation is upon them, but many don’t think of the physical damage that can be done. It is very important to be on the lookout for these pests because their damage can cost you!
According to the Wall Street Journal, the EPA is on track to ban various rat and mice pellet poisons. Although many consumers swear by these over-the-counter products, and merchants profit from their sales, this decision holds great promise for protection of families and businesses.
These products are sold in pellet form that can result in spillage around the area. In addition, if the rodents are not hungry, they store the pellets in walls and other areas for future consumption.
The storage of these materials in other areascan result in children and pets coming in contact with them which can result in harmful non-target exposure.
These stored products leave room for other potential pest problems. When the stored products are left in walls, etc. throughout a home or business, the wet rodent bait becomes a breeding and gather area for other pests and insects.
Who wants greater activity of unwanted pests? You probably don’t!
The ban of these pellet poisons could be a positive move on behalf of the EPA.
Here at JP McHale Pest Management Inc., we use a block form of this product which extinguishes the ability for mice and rats to relocate the material. The block is concealed in a bait station which forces the rodents to feed at the site and eliminates the possibility for storage in other areas. The banning of the alternate pellet form could decrease negative effects you may encounter through use of the product in your home or place of business!
We encounter a wide variety of pests year-round, but our customers’ phone calls have provided us with a list of the top 5 pests they are encountering right now.
Be on the look-out for any of these pests…they’re proving to be fairly popular right now!
1. Carpenter Ants: One of the largest ant types, typically seen in black. Although they do not eat, they hollow out wood which can inflict severe damage to your home. They are attracted to areas that include moisture and rotting wood. Be sure to follow our do-it-yourself methods to protect your home or business from these crawling insects.
2. Carpenter Bees: Similar in action to carpenter ants, carpenter bees hollow out wooded areas such as the structure of your home, playgrounds, or decks. Take action against these flying pests before they cause a great economic strain on you and your family.
3. Stink Bugs: That’s right, they do smell! Stink bugs have scent glands which release an unpleasant odor. Once these pests have made their way into your home, they tend to help themselves to your fruits or vegetables you may have out on the counter. If you come across a stink bug, make a point to find the entry way to prohibit future visitors. If you are unable to locate the entry point right away, conceal all fruits and vegetables for the time being so these pests do not eat them before you get the chance to!
4. Yellow Jackets: Although sometimes called underground bees, these are actually a type of wasp that become easily agitated when the nose from above disturbs their underground nesting place. Underground bees reuse burrows or holes from moles or mice to build their nests. They are distinguishable from other yellow jackets by size…they are much smaller, but still as mighty!
5. Mice: A pest that is bothersome year-round, but we are currently receiving mass phone calls to help combat them! Mice do not cause much physical damage, but they spread various diseases such as Salmonella and tapeworm through the droppings they leave behind. Make sure to implement proper sanitation methods in your home or place of business to decrease activity levels of these rodents.
As many New Yorkers can tell the temperature is falling drastically and it’s time to start turning up the heat as well as grabbing the jackets, hats & gloves. While in these winter months household will see a decrease in summer pests such as wasps, carpenter ants and mosquitoes, there will be an increase in rodent activity such as rats and mice in homes.
Mice and rats are always looking for a warm place to live, and homes especially in Westchester County are a perfect area for them to live. These little critters can fit through holes and crevasses ¼” small! It is imperative that these be sealed, so rodents cannot enter in the winter months. Garages and attics are the most common entrances and must be inspected on a yearly basis. The two pictures below are examples of do it yourself sealers to keep rodents out of your garage.
For current customers on our Home Pest Prevention plan, we will come out and prepare your home for the winter to keep these rodents out of your home. Please note, many times we receive calls here about a “scratching” in attics. Many times this is a squirrel or other type of wildlife. JP McHale Pest Management is not licensed to deal with wildlife. Please call our customer service representatives to assist you in determining your pest problem at (800) 479-2284 or live chat with us!
If you have found any other type of mouse, tell us! If mice enter your home or are constantly on your lawn, JP McHale can help. We are the leading mouse and rat exterminator in New York. Contact us by phone 800-479-2284, email, live chat, twitter, or facebook for an inspection!
A few days ago the Alzheimer’s Society published an article about a recent study between walnuts and mice. Scientists conducted an experiment where they fed a group of mice walnuts as part of their diet. After over a year, the scientists compared the health of the mice who ate walnuts and the mice that did not. They found that the mice that ate the walnuts had better learning, memory, emotional regulation and motor coordination skills compared with the mice that did not eat the walnuts. Researchers cannot say that this study can be applied to humans just yet, but there could be a chance that the symptoms displayed in the mice can be mimic in humans. JP McHale is a Westchester pest control company that can conduct an inspection for your home or building to check for mice. Simply contact us by phone 800-479-2284, email, live chat, facebook, or twitter.
Yesterday, one of our techs was called out to a home. He was doing a routine check on a customers home and started to check the cabinets for any pests. He got around to the counter where the the home owners kept the bread and coffee on, and in that cabinet you won’t believe what he found. In the very back corner of the cabinet, there was a family of mice! The tech saw about 6 baby mice and two adults. Mice can get into the tiniest of areas, so make sure you seal the smallest of holes! JP McHale PM knows exactly where to check for pests, unlike some homeowners that might miss an area. If you have a mice problem feel free to contact us. JP McHale is a pest management company in Westchester, New York. We would love to help you with your pest problem! Contact us by phone 800-479-2284, email, live chat, twitter, or facebook.
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