Western New York is known for many things, with harsh winters being near the top of the list, but this past winter has been warmer than average. While that makes life a little easier for area residents, it does the same for area insects as well. It is difficult to predict how this winter’s weather… Read more »
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Cockroaches Inspire Rescue Robot
Often more than two inches in length and a carrier of a variety of diseases, the cockroach is one of the most disliked critters to regularly make its way into human homes. This bug can get into almost anything, devouring the food in your pantry and causing allergies to flare up. But in spite of… Read more »
Buffalo Moves Up on List of Most Infested Bed Bug Cities
Orkin recently released their 2016 list of the top 50 cities with bed bugs, and while Chicago topped the list for the fourth year in a row, Buffalo made quite the jump, moving up from number 26 to number 20. A small, brown insect that feeds on human blood, bed bugs are about the size… Read more »
Enjoy a Pest-Free New Year with These Resolutions
As 2016 draws near, many of us are trying to come up with some great New Year’s resolution we can keep. Whether you plan to make changes to your lifestyle, learn a new hobby or read more this year, there are a few extra resolution ideas that Amherst Exterminators encourages you to consider. While cleaning… Read more »
Prevent Winter Pests from Cozying Up in Your Home
As the snow begins to fall here in Amherst, New York, our thoughts immediately turn to the critters outside and where they will seek shelter. Unlike many species of birds, pests like mice and raccoons don’t travel south for warmth; they head indoors instead! With the holiday season quickly approaching, your family has plenty to… Read more »
Keep Bugs Out Of Your Christmas Tree
A beautiful way to fill your home with the smell of pine, the real Christmas tree is the preferred choice for many families. As the holiday season draws near and you and your children head out in search of your perfect tree, we at Amherst Exterminators would like to provide you a bit of advice… Read more »
Cluster Flies Love Taking Up Residence In Your Attic
If you’ve been noticing flies around your property that don’t seem like the average housefly, you may have something a bit different on your hands. One of the biggest nuisances property owners deal with is cluster flies, a specific type of fly that are a bit more aggressive than you may be used to. In… Read more »
German Cockroaches Could Wreak Havoc On Your Home
There are plenty of pests you would hate to find inside your property, but cockroaches are probably near the top of your list. Many homeowners deal with at least one type of cockroach at some point, and one of the most common species is the German roach. These insects are capable of living in just… Read more »
Don’t Let the Name “Silverfish” Fool You
If you’re like most people, you hear the name “Silverfish” and you assume it’s some sort of fish, or perhaps the name of a rock band. Turns out silverfish are ugly bugs that you sometimes see lurking about your house. With a silvery gray color, silverfish look like a little lobster crossed with a bee… Read more »
How to Prevent Bed Bugs From Infiltrating Your Sheets
Bed bugs are bad– you don’t want them. Just the thought of them should make you itch and scowl. The sooner you detect ‘em, the cheaper it will be to get rid of them. Where are you likely to encounter bed bugs? Well, a lot of people come into contact with them in hotel rooms…and… Read more »
