One of the pests we commonly encounter in the summer is fleas.  Homeowners notice the family pet scratching excessively, or the homeowner may even be experiencing flea bites themselves.  Unfortunately, once fleas have infested the home, it takes more than bathing and treating the pet to get rid of them.

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Christmas is just over a week away.  If your family is as busy as mine, the last thing you want to think about is bugs.  Here are some ways to keep your holiday pest-free.

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Many people associate the need for pest control with the spring and summer months, but the cooler weather prompts different pest problems that also need attention.  Just like humans, annoying pests spend more time inside during the fall and winter months.  And guess where they go?  Inside your warm, cozy home.

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With high heating bills and snow to shovel, homeowners have plenty to worry about in the winter months. Yet winter brings one more concern that most homeowners rarely consider – that is until it becomes a problem. According to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), winter is a prime season for rodent infestations with 24% of homeowners reporting mice infestations specifically in the winter.

Schendel Pest Services warns that rodent infestations can be more than just an annoyance.  Mice bring other pests, such as fleas, mites, ticks and lice, indoors, which can quickly spread throughout homes. More, these rodents can contaminate food sources with feces that can spread Salmonella and Hantavirus.

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