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When the weather gets cold, spiders have two options for survival: Option #1 – Spiders can produce a compound that builds up their tissue and lowers the rate and temperature at which they freeze. This aids in outdoor winter survival. Option #2 – This one is preferable to the spider, and much less preferable for […]

How to spot an Oriental Cockroach? Oriental cockroaches are an abundant species of cockroaches that are found in Massachusetts. They can grow to be 1 inch long. Their skin is shiny and dark brown. The pests look for warm and moist areas and are often referred to as the ‘water bug.’ In the summer they […]

As the cold months bear down on us mice and other rodents are on the move, searching for a warm place to sleep and breed this winter and that place might just be your home. Before your home becomes a rodent motel for the winter try these tips from Pest Control Unlimited. Seal Your House […]

If you’re excited about the cooler fall weather, bonfires and outdoor family get-togethers, don’t let the threat of ticks near your Massachusetts home dampen your good spirits. When the weather starts to chill from the summer heat, ticks commonly expose themselves while seeking out warm places to settle for the winter. Not only do ticks […]

Bed bugs are the bane of any homeowner’s existence. These six-legged, blood-sucking creatures feed on you and your family at night while you sleep. Just one female can quickly lead to an infestation of thousands and a long and arduous battle with an unseen enemy. Luckily you can arm yourself with knowledge and be rid […]

If you’ve driven anywhere in New England this summer or fall, you probably noticed our squirrel population is on full-throttle. Abundant food sources coupled with this past winter’s protective snow cover have created a perfect storm. Throughout our region, there has been a massive squirrel population spike. As a result, our lawns, trees, and roadways […]