How Mice Enter Homes

How Mice Enter Your Home 

Mice enter homes in various ways. They enter through cracks, holes in the walls, floor, windows, ceiling or sewer lines.

Mice enter your home if the holes aren't sealed properly from  your sink of bathtub. They enter through plumbing and oven gas lines as well. When the weather changes and lowers in the fall theres a greater chance of infestation. Mice are capable of fitting through holes the size of a dime.  Once they enter your warm home, its rare that they will leave. They then can reproduce very quickly in just a few months.

Its best to seal all holes and cracks to prevent mice from coming in your home. Food must be stored away in containers and all trash should be disposed of as soon as possible. If you should have an infestation contact a pest control professional. All holes should be sealed with metal or cement, mice can't chew through either material.

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How To get Rid of Fruit Flies

Fruit Flies  

Fruit Flies Pest Control Brooklyn 

The quickest way to get rid of fruit flies is to put a half cup of cider vinegar (must be cider vinegar) in a jar or bowl and put a half-dozen drops of dishwashing liquid on top of it.  

Leave out on a counter wherever the problem exists. Empty and refill as needed. If that still doesn't work call us to help solve your problem. 

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Quick Termite Facts

Quick Termite Facts 

Concrete foundations are some of the most susceptible types of construction to termite infestation. Termites, enter the home along pipes, crawl spaces under steps and in brickwork.

Dry Wood Termites attack unprotected wood to start their colonies.
Dry Wood Termites generally enter the home through attic vents or shingled roofs, as well as through cracks, crevices and exposed wood. 

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Carpenter Ants

Carpenter Ants 

Carpenter ants are among the largest ants found within the united states. Carpenter ants can be difficult to control so it's best to call a professional.

Carpenter ants are social insects and usually nest in wood.  They excavate in rotting wood, trees and in structures so they readily infest wood foam insulation and cavities.

The workers excavate the nest, forage for food, and care for the young.  Carpenter ants feed on sugar solutions from honey dew-producing insects. They enter structures through gaps and cracks while they look for food.

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Those Darn Fruit Flies !

Fruit Flies visit your home during any of the warmer months, but there’s a good chance that you’re experiencing a fruit fly invasion right now, as summer gives way to autumn. Fruit flies can be frustrating, because their source is often difficult to identify. Although not dangerous, these pests are certainly a nuisance.

Fruit flies are about 1/8 inch long, and have distinctive red compound eyes. They develop from egg to adult in about seven days, and can live for about a month. Females lay 400 to 500 eggs — do the math, and it’s easy to see why a swarm of the flies can seem to appear out of nowhere. Adults are attracted to overripe fruit and vegetables, as well as empty soda cans, beer cans, soup cans, and even dirty dishrags. They’re also attracted to fermented substances like wine, vinegar, and ketchup. Keep this in mind when creating DIY fruit fly traps. It can also be helpful to clean drains which might be home to decaying organic materials. The key to eliminating fruit flies and their relatives is cleanliness.

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All About Termites (Silent Destroyers)

If you see the following signs in your house, you might have termites: 

• sawdust-like droppings 

• dirt or mud-like tubes or trails on the structure 

• damaged wood members (like window sills) 

• swarming winged insects within the structure, especially in the spring or fall

Termites feed upon old roots, tree stumps, fallen tree limbs and branches on the ground, and similar materials. Occasionally termites attack living plants, including the roots of shrubs and trees. In buildings, they feed on cellulose materials, such as structural wood, wood fixtures, paper, books, cotton, and related products. Call us at Quick Solution J. Exterminating today for an inspection at 718-241-4940. www.quicksolutionpestcontrol.com 

How To Spot Mice Or Rats In Your Home

Common Signs of a Rodent Infestation

Many people associate the cold weather with high heating bills, power outages and other related problems, but rodent infestations should also be added to this list of winter woes. In fact, a survey  by the National Pest Management Association found that 45 percent of rodent issues occur in the fall and winter. Since now is the time of year that mice and rats tend to move indoors in search of food, water and shelter, it’s important to be aware of the signs of a rodent infestation. The National Pest Management Association put together the following list to help determine if your home is indeed infested with rodents.Common Signs of a Rodent Infestation.

What to Look For

Droppings: Finding mice or rat droppings around the home is one of the most common signs of a rodent infestation. Measuring approximately 1/8-1/4” (3-6 mm) long, these pellets are often left behind in places where food is stored, such as kitchen cabinets or pantries. Homeowners may also find mouse droppings under sinks, inside chewed cardboard boxes, along baseboards and on top of wall beams. Mouse feces can carry harmful bacteria, transmit serious diseases such as salmonella and Hantavirus, and trigger allergies. Mice are capable of producing more than 50 droppings a day, so prompt removal using protective gloves is key to keeping the family safe from the potential health threats posed by these critters.

Gnaw marks: Rodents can cause serious property damage by chewing through almost any type of material – including plastic and lead pipes – to obtain food or water. House mice and Norway rats are also known to gnaw on wires behind walls, which can increase the risk for a fire in the home. It’s necessary to keep a watchful eye for gnaw marks around the house, as this is a clear sign of a rodent infestation.

Nests: Rodents prefer to nest in dark, secluded areas where there is little chance of disturbance. House mice, specifically, like to build their nests out of shredded paper products, cotton, packing materials, wall insulation and fabrics. If you see these materials scattered around the home, it might be time to call in a licensed pest professional to perform an inspection.

Tracks or rub marks: Rats tend to leave dark grease or dirt marks along walls and floorboards as they follow a trail throughout the home between their nest and food. Keep an eye out for these rub marks, which are actually caused by the rat’s oily fur.

Strange noises: Hearing strange noises in the walls, especially at night, can be a bit concerning. Chances are these sounds can be attributed to a family of rodents scurrying about the house, between the walls and up in attics. Rodents are especially fond of attics because they provide dark, secluded spots to build nests. Unfortunately, attics are among the rooms in a home that are easily overlooked during the pest-proofing process. Make sure to keep this area well ventilated and dry, and opt to store any family heirlooms in sealed plastic containers rather than cardboard boxes.  

An actual rodent: Mice can breed rapidly, so if you spot one mouse in the house, it’s likely there are others playing hide and seek. In fact, a female house mouse can give birth to a half dozen babies every three weeks, up to 35 young per year. That’s a lot of mice! 

If you recognize any of these signs of a rodent infestation, don’t mess around! Rodents are not only a nuisance; they can multiply fast and are known to spread more than 35 diseases. They are also capable of chewing through drywall and even electrical wiring in the home, which increases the risk for a potential fire. The best thing to do in the event of an infestation is to contact a licensed pest control professional to inspect the home and recommend a proper course of treatment.

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