New Year, Same Pests? Effective Pest Control Methods to Try
New Year, Same Pests? Effective Pest Control Methods to Try By Horizon Pest Control Welcome the New Year with the benefits of pest-free living! Not only does it bring cost savings by preventing potential damage to your home and belongings, but it also reduces stress and promotes a healthier living environment. Dealing with a pest […]
Winter Pest Prevention 101: How to Keep Unwanted Guests Out
Winter Pest Prevention 101: How to Keep Unwanted Guests Out By Horizon Pest Control Winter pests are unwanted insects and animals that seek shelter in homes and buildings during the colder months. As temperatures drop, pests like mice, rats, cockroaches, and spiders may venture indoors in search of warmth, food, and water. These pests can […]
The Time of Year Bugs are Most Active
The Time of Year Bugs are Most Active By Horizon Pest Control Bugs are a year-round problem. Some people think that cold weather will kill them off, but many bugs just go dormant or move inside when the weather gets colder. However, it is true that bugs become more of a nuisance as the weather […]
Tick-Borne Diseases on the Rise
Tick-Borne Diseases on the Rise By Horizon Pest Control Many of those who are from the Northeast are familiar with Lyme disease, as it is caused by a bite from a tick. Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-borne diseases in the United States, however, another has been on the rise called babesiosis. […]
How to Avoid Bed Bugs Coming Home from College with Your Kid
How to Avoid Bed Bugs Coming Home from College with Your Kid By Horizon Pest Control No one wants bed bugs. Good thing we can usually avoid them by following some basic cautionary steps when we travel. However, if you have kids that travel back and forth from college, you can be at risk of […]
The Dangers of DIY Pest Control
The Dangers of DIY Pest Control By Horizon Pest Control Inflation is kicking people’s butts. So, we all want to save money. That means tackling some things as DIY projects when we would have hired help in the past. If you are dealing with a pest problem, you may be tempted to add pest control […]
New Jersey Ticks
New Jersey Ticks By Horizon Pest Control Between mosquitoes and ticks, ticks are by far the worst. You should be vigilant of ticks, and eliminate them with extreme prejudice. Mosquitoes at least act as pollinators like butterflies, though they can carry diseases and leave us with plenty of unbearably itchy scratches. Ticks, however, are simply […]
Effective Rodent Control for Your New Jersey Home
Effective Rodent Control for Your New Jersey Home By Horizon Pest Control No one wants rodents in their home. Unfortunately, New Jersey homeowners may find a variety of different rodents in their homes at some time. Local species include roof rats, Norway rats, deer mice, house mice, and more. These rodents may naturally live outside, […]
Are Landlords Responsible For Pest Control?
Are Landlords Responsible For Pest Control? By Horizon Pest Control When homeowners have pest problems, the next step is easy: they pick up the phone and call Horizon Pest Control. But things may be less clear for landlords and their tenants. Who is responsible for handling pest control in rented properties? Learn more about pest […]
Different Types of Cockroach Eggs and Cockroach Control
Different Types of Cockroach Eggs and Cockroach Control By Horizon Pest Control As with many other types of animals, cockroach relies on their eggs to reproduce. The female discharges pheromones to attract a male. Once the mating is done, the female will grow an egg outside her body, which is called an ootheca. They grow […]
