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Bird Control & Removal

Dave — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 15:00:52 +0000

Unwanted birds nesting in your home are pests. Stop them today. Call Ecology Exterminating Service at 1-800-PEST-CONTROL (737-8266) for safe, eco-frienly and humane burd control.

How to Identify Common NYC Birds

Pigeons

Often blue-grey color with various markers on feathers
Has short necks and small heads
Makes a cooing call
Nests in cracks of walls , inside roofs, top of ledgers that are covered and under air conditioners protruding from windows.

Starlings

Large dark bird with black, speckled plumage
tend to be aggressive in nature
Makes loud cackles
Can be found nesting in almost any nook or cranny in house

Sparrows

Small with brown and black feathers
Often has a small ring or marking around its eye
Makes loud, high-pitched warbles
Often lives in small, dry spaces

Life Habits of Birds

Birds often nest during the spring and summer months before migrating during the autumn and winter. They are most active during early mornings at daybreak when they react to the first sunlight of the day. Chicks often spend 4-6 weeks in a nest before they fly and abandon their current spot. It can be common for birds to return to the same nesting spot several years running.

Problems Caused by Birds

Any bird that nests in a roof is likely to make considerable noise early in the morning. Aside from their calls, it is possible to hear scratching sounds within the roof whenever the birds fly or move around in their nest.
Bird droppings can pose a serious health hazard to those living in a property containing bacteria that can cause serious diseases such as meningitis and encephalitis. Bird nest also breed bird mites
Nests can be a common cause of structural damage to the house which can weaken the support to both walls and roofs. Smaller bird nests can also block or clog drains and gutters.
Bird nests also breed bird mites that can get into your home or apartment and bite. Mites are often mistaken for bedbugs.

Humane Bird Treatment Methods
Start with flushing any nesting birds out of spaces before sealing off the gaps.
Bird wiring installed over any possible cracks or gaps in home
Sonic systems (loud, sound-emitting devies), which unsettles nesting birds, or visible “threats” like pin wheels or mannequins of predatory birds.
Physical deterrents such as pigeon spikes or low-voltage electrical strips to stop birds from flying into spaces

Cockroaches

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:38:20 +0000

From German Cockroaches, Oriental Cockroaches or American Cockroaches, Ecology Exterminating Service are world-class experts in roach removal for both Residential and Commerical Properties. Call 1-800-Pest-Control and ask about our Guaranteed Roach Proofing Service. Our services are totally eco-friendly.

How to Identify Cockroaches

German Cockroaches (most common in New York)

Small to medium sized
Distinctive set of “bars” or stripes just behind the head
Flattened, oval shape, spiny legs, and long, filamentous antennae
They eat food of all klinds and may hitchhike into the house on egg cartons, soft drink cartons, and furniture.
They are the most common type of roaches found in houses and restaurants.

American Cockroaches (Waterbug)

Reddish brown with pale markings on the side of the thorax
They have the ability to fly
Commonly found in sewers and basements, paticularly around pipes.

Oriental Cockroaches (also called Waterbug)

Dark brown, almost black in color
Have wings and are sometimes called “waterbugs”
Unlike other pest cockroaches, oriental cockroaches cannot climb up smooth surfaces (the lack sticky pads on their feet)

Brownbanded Cockroaches

Small to medium
White bands across the middle of the body
Adults have wings
These pests do not require as much moisture as German cockroaches and tend to avoid light

Hazards of Cockroaches

The proteins found in cockroach saliva are particularly allergenic but the body and droppings of cockroaches also contain allergenic proteins.Cockroaches are one of the most common and allergenic of indoor pests.

Recent studies have found a strong association between the presence of cockroaches and increases in the severity of asthma symptoms in individuals who are sensitive to cockroach allergens.

Foraging or feeding cockroaches also spread human disease by depositing disease organisms on food, dishes, or other items.

Sanitation Procedures to Prevent Cockroaches

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is the practice of environmental changes to understand and hinder pest behavior with minimal use of chemicals. Ecology Exterminating Service recommends the following IPM techniques to minimize the presence of cockroaches:

Do not leave garbage pail full in kitchen over night.
Unwashed dishes, kitchen utensils, and exposed food products should not be left over night.
All spilled liquids should be cleaned up
Areas beneath cabinets, furniture, sinks, stoves, and refrigerators should be cleaned often, as should cupboards, pantry shelves, and storage bins where particled of food frequently accumulate
Kitchen wastes and dry pet food should be kept in cockroach-proof containers
If pets are fed indoors, leftover food should not be allowed to remain in the feeding dish overnight
Accumulations of stored papers, boxes, or other nonessential items should be disposed of, since these items provide excellent hiding and breeding sites for cockroaches

Treatment Preparation Sheet
Remove all items stored under the kitchen sink and bathroom sinks.
Empty and clean out any kitchen cabinets or pantries you want treated.
Have nothing cooking on stove.
Put away all exposed food.
Remove all children’s toys or items they put in their mouth from the floor.
Remove all pet food and toys from the floor.
Wipe down all counter tops after treatment.

Termites

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:37:33 +0000

Ecology Exterminating Service is expert at Termite Extermination for both Residential and Commerical Properties. Call 1-800-Pest-Control and ask about our Guaranteed Termite Extermination Service. Our services are totally eco friendly.

How Do I Know If I Have Termites?

The differences can be subtle. Both are about 1/2 in length. Winged ants have elbowed (crooked) antennae and front wings longer than back wings. Termites have straight antennae and a thicker waist.Rather than take a chance, call in the professionals at Ecology Exterminating Service.

Detection of Termites

It is important to recognize the signs of a subterranean termite infestation. Subterranean termites may be detected by the sudden emergence of winged termites called swarms, or by the presence of mud tubes and wood damage.

Winged Termites

Large numbers of winged termites swarming from wood or the soil often are the first obvious sign of a nearby termite colony. Swarming occurs in mature colonies that typically contain at least several thousand termites. A “swarm” is a group of adult male and female reproductives that leave their colony in an attempt to pair and initiate new colonies.
Swarming emergence is stimulated when temperature and moisture conditions are favorable, usually on warm days following rainfall. Swarming typically occurs during daytime in the spring (March, April, and May), but swarms can occur indoors during other months. However, swarming occurs during a brief period (typically less than an hour), and termites quickly shed their wings. Winged termites are attracted to light, and their shed wings in window sills, cobwebs, or on other surfaces often may be the only evidence that a swarm occurred indoors. The presence of winged termites or their shed wings inside a home should be a warning of a termite infestation.

Mud Tubes

Other signs of termite presence include mud tubes and mud protruding from cracks between boards, beams, and basemet cielings. Subterranean termites transport soil and water above ground to construct earthen runways (shelter tubes) that allow them to tunnel across exposed areas to reach wood.

Wood Damage

Termite damage to the wood’s surface often is not evident because termites excavate galleries within materials as they feed. Wood attacked by subterranean termites generally has a honeycombed appearance because termites feed along the grain on the softer spring growth wood. Their excavations in wood often are packed with soil, and fecal spotting is evident. A screwdriver or sometimes your finger, pressing on termite eaten wood, can penetrate it right through to the center.

Termites Need Moisture

Subterranean termites are constantly at risk of drying out; this is why they must live in the soil. Soil has the capacity to hold water for a long period of time and keep the colony moist. When termites forage above ground, they must maintain their connection to the soil so that the workers and soldiers can return to replenish their body moisture. The mud tubes provide the termites with this soil connection. If a tube becomes damaged, the worker termites will labor desperately to repair it. If the tube is beyond repair, the termites located above ground will often die of dehydration. However, on some occasions subterranean termite colonies do become established above ground. These above ground infestations are almost exclusively found in structures with chronic moisture problems. Chronic problems include flat roofs where dead leaves and moisture have been allowed to accumulate, leaking pipes or areas with no ventilation. In such cases the colony can survive above ground indefinitely.

Termites may be difficult to detect and eliminate. Ecology Exterminating Service will inspect your home or business, and advise you on the best type of treatment.

We specialize in:

Termite baiting systems
Termite wood treatment
Subterranean soil contol
Property inspection for purchase or refinance purposes

Bedbugs

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:36:46 +0000

Let Ecology Exterminating Service, experts in Bed Bug Removal, handle your problem today. Call us at 1-800-Pest-Control.

Proper Identification of Bed Bugs

Bed bugs are reddish brown and only 1/4 inch in length.

Evidence of a bedbug infestation.

Bed bugs are oval, flat, and reddish brown.
Adults are about 1/4 inch in length.
Nymphs and adults have piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Bed bugs are incapable of flight. However, small stubby wing remnants can be observed on the prothorax of adults.
Bed bugs tend to live in clusters and feed exclusively at night.
A bed bug bite may develop small, white to red, hard welts at the bite site.

Life Cycle of Bed Bugs

Female bed bugs can lay several hundred eggs within their lifetime.
Eggs are laid either singly or in clusters in cracks or crevices where adults hide.
In order for nymphs to molt from one stage to another, they must obtain a blood meal.
After reaching adulthood, bed bugs feed about once a week.
The life span of a bed bug is usually between four to six months.

Health Risk from Bedbugs

Bed bug bites can produce, due to an allergic reaction, an itching or stinging welt at the site of the bite.
The act of the bite may be painless and go unnoticed; however, the resulting inflammation may last for several days to more than a week.
In some rare cases, individual humans may experience a severe allergic reaction to the proteins found in the saliva of the bed bug.
In chronic infestations, children may be susceptible to iron deficiency anemia.
It is generally accpeted that bed bugs are not vectors of human disease.

Inspection for Bed Bugs

The first step to control is to know where bed bug harborages are located.
Tufts, seams, and buttons on mattresses
Cracks in hardwood flooring
Under carpet along walls
Wall voids behind switch plates and outlets
Window and door molding
Behind wall paper and pictures
Box springs
Bed frames and covers
Couches and chairs
Luggage

Bed Bug Control Methods (non-chemical)

Exclusion: If an infestation is found or if you wish to take steps to keep an infestation from occurring, there are some techniques one can follow in order to kill bed bugs. Inspect secondhand beds, bedding, furniture, baggage, and clothing for live bed bugs before bringing them into the home. If feasible, inspect the baggage and clothing of travelers for bed bugs. In addition, caulk cracks and crevices in walls, ceilings, and floors. Paint walls and ceilings where paint is beginning to peel or chip. Repair openings in the attic or basement that allow entrance for bats and wild birds. It may be necessary to have a pest management professional help with the removal of an established bat or bird population.
Sanitation: Bed bugs are less likely to be found in well-cleaned areas. Thoroughly vacuum all floors, furniture, mattresses, pillows, upholstery, and curtains. It is very important to focus on creases, buttons, cording, and folds. After vacuuming, dispose of the vacuum bag in a plastic bag, seal the bag tightly, and immediately remove it from the home’s premises. Launder all bedding, curtains, and clothing and dry in a warm-air dryer.
Monitoring: Inspect the premises for evidence of a bed bug infestation. Search for live bugs in furniture, in bedding, behind headboards, in cracks and crevices, around windows and doors, and near chimneys. Search for caste skins, eggs, egg casings, and blood stains or dark spots that are a result of bed bug excreta. Some bed bug infestations are reported to emit a sweet, musty odor that smells like raspberries (bed bug odor). Look for signs of alternative hosts in attics and chimneys such as birds, bats, and other warm-blooded animals. Bed bugs may be found in the nesting or bedding material of these alternative hosts.

Treatment Preparation Sheet
Remove all children’s toys and other items that children can put in their mouth, especially from the floor. Wrap the toys and items in plastic garbage bags.
Remove all sheets, pillowcases, and blankets from the beds and wash in hot washing machine water.
Remove all items stored on the floor of closets and under the beds in the rooms to be treated.
Vacuum floors and use crevice tool around moldings of the room or rooms to be treated. Mop all floors to be treated if not carpeted.
Remove all items from drawers in the dressers and nightstands. We may have to turn this upside down for treatment.
Unplug electrical equipment such as computers, TV’s, alarm clocks, etc. in rooms to be treated. We need access to the area behind the wall, around the electrical outlets.
Windows should remain open during treatment.

After Treatment

People and pets must evacuate for a minimum of 4 hours after completion of each treatment.
Some treatments may include a powder placed on the floor behind beds and furniture. It is important that children and pets do not have access to that area.
Wipe off furniture tops in rooms and wash all cribs and headboards.
Do not make beds until treatment is finished and beds are dry.
Do not sleep in the room for a minimum of 4 hours or until beds are dry. It is recommended to cover mattresses with plastic cases.

Ants

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:34:51 +0000

Ants are New York’s most unwelcome house guests: they feed on, and contaminate, human foods, infest structures, and build unsightly mounds in lawns. If you’re ready to tackle your ant problem, so are we! Call Ecology Exterminating at 1-800-Pest-Control to find out how we can solve your ant problem using the least toxic ant baits.

Detection of Ants

It is important to recognize the subtle differences between a termite infestation or an ant problem. Please notice the differences in the diagram below:

Carpenter Ants

One node, erect and sharp
1/8 to 5/8 inch long
Evenly rounded thorax
Color varies: black, black and red, red, yellow

Distribution

The largest ant. Workers usually of several lengths, with the size of the head varying considerably. Queens are often an inch long. Sometimes they bite, but are not capable of stinging.
Ants are omnivores: they eat both plants and food scraps (such as honeydew), and animals or dead insects.
Carpenter Ants are attracted to moist wood, decaying wood, tree stumps, and railroad ties
Landscape wood borders, heavily mulched areas, and firewood are also popular ant “habitats”.
You can find ants under household insulation, wall voids, door frames, window frames, under or near hot tubs, tree holes, hollow rods, attic eaves.

Mice & Rats

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:34:42 +0000

New York mice and rats are smart. To eliminate them, you first must learn to recognize them. Then call us to create the right treatment method to get rid of them. Call 1-800-Pest-Control and ask about our Guaranteed Rodent Proofing Service. Our services are totally eco friendly.

Identification

House Mouse

Feet – Small
Head – Small
Droppings –
Pointed (average length 1/4″)
Habits: May nest in any portion of a building near food. Has an average range of 50ft. from nest. Active mostly at night. Nibbles small amounts of food frequently, rather than having large meals.

Roof Rat

Tail – Longer than head and body
Body – Slender
Ear – Large
Eye – Large
Nose – Pointed
Droppings – Pointed
(average length 1/2″)
Habits: Usually enters and nests in upper portions of buildings. May nest outside in trees (esp. palms), ivy, etc. Burrows very little. Excellent climber. Active at night.

Norway Rat

Tail – Shorter than head and body
Body – Heavy, thick
Ear – Small
Eye – Small
Nose – Blunt
Droppings – Blunt (average length 3/4″)
Habits: Usually nests in basements and lower portions of buildings. Burrows in soil extensively. Active primarily at night. Fair climber, good swimmer.

Sanitation Procedures to Prevent Mice & Rats

Sanitation is the cornerstone of lasting rodent control. There is no substitute for good sanitation, and the program must be continuous or the benefits derived from sanitation will be quickly lost to reinvading rodents.

Place garbage and trash in garbage cans with tight fitting covers.
Eliminate as much of the rodent’s water source such as leaking pipes and puddles. Rodents need to drink water daily to survive.
Reduce clutter such as boxes and newspapers in closets. Rodents use this for nesintg material.
Do not leave dirty dishes and food laying around on the coutertops over night. Also remove all garbage every night.
All doors, windows, and screens, should be tight fitting without spaces below.

Treatment Preparation Sheet
Remove all items stored under the kitchen sink and bathroom sinks.
Have nothing cooking on the stove so we can slide it out if necessary.
Empty bottom of any other closets that you suspect rodents are coming from.
Have radiators accessable.
Have all pet foods removed from the floor.
See Sanitation Procedures after initial treatment.

Fleas & Ticks

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:34:20 +0000

Fleas and ticks may look small, but they cause big problems for homeowners. Ecology Exterminating Service is New York’s flea and tick removal expert! Call 1-800-Pest-Control and ask about our Guaranteed Flea and Tick Service. Our services are totally eco friendly.

Fleas

Description

Size: 1/8 inch
Color: very dark
Wingless
Three pairs of legs
Immature stage looks like a small white worm with a dark head
Eggs are small and white

Habitat

Cooler and drier weather brings a reduction in the number of households with fleas
House pets usually carry small flea populations throughout the winter
The pets carry much larger populations in the spring and summer

Life Cycle of Fleas

Females lay eggs in the pet’s hair
The eggs drop off and hatch into tiny, hairy, worm-like larvae
The larva is usally found where the pet sleeps, along baseboards, in carpets, or on furniture
Larvae pupate and new adults emerge
New adults seek a host immediately and must get a blood meal to survive and produce eggs

Control

Vacuum the pet’s bedding, rugs, and resting areas frequently

Ticks

Identification

About 5 mm long
Short stout mouthparts
Reddish-brown color

Life History of Ticks

Ticks pass through three feeding stages: the larva, nymph, and adult
After feeding on a host, a tick becomes engorged with blood and drops from the host
Once in a protected place, immature ticks molt to the next stage, and females produce eggs after their final meal

Control

Avoid tick infested areas such as tall grass and dense vegetation
Walk in the center of trails and acoid brushing against weeds and tall grass
Keep grass and underbrush cut and thinned
Wear light colored clothing so ticks can be found easily
Tuck pant legs into socks so ticks stay on the outside of pants
Conduct tick checks on children and pets every 4 hours
Use tick repellents that contain at least 30% DEET
Ask your veterinarian to reccommend tick controls for your pets
Treat your lawn with an approved pesticide for tick control

Removing Ticks

Remove with tweezers or by wrapping the tick in tissue paper and pulling out with fingers
DO NOT twist or jerk, and pull slowly to avoid leaving the mouthparts in the wound
DO NOT use nail polish, petroleum jelly, alcohol, or hot matches
Wash the wound with an antiseptic after the tick is removed

Treatment Preparation Sheet
Vacuum all rugs and floors before treatment.
Remove all children’s toys or items they put in their mouth from the floor.
Cover or put away all exposed food, dishes, pots, pans, and utensils.
Strip all beds.
Turn off all air conditioning units, central heating units, and fans.
Unplug and cover all fishtanks.
Remove and wash all pet bedding or sleeping areas.
Remove all pet food and toys from the floor.
Have all pets treated for the fleas or ticks, and remove from premises during treatment.

After Treatment

Open all windows and let rooms ventilate.
Wipe down all counter tops and flat surfaces.
Next day, revacuum all areas that were treated.

Bees, Wasps & Hornets

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:33:45 +0000

Bees, Wasps and Hornets can be very dangerous. Don’t delay – call Ecology Exterminators today for fast removal of all your insect pests. 1-800-Pest-Control and ask about our Guaranteed Wasp/Bee Removal Service.

Carpenter Bees

1/2 to 1 inch long
Looks similar to bumble bees but differ by having a bare, shiny black abdomen, where bumble bees have some yellow markings
Male carpenter bees can be identified by a bright yellow spot on the head
Males are aggressive but harmless and cannot sting
Females can sting if attacked

Habits

Carpenter bees bore holes into wood to create a tunnel where they can raise their young
They do not live in nests or colonies like yellow jackets and honey bees
Entry holes into the wood are usually located in the well-lit and sheltered areas, such as headers, roof eaves, porch ceilings, fascia boards, decks, doors, and window sills
Soft wood, such as California redwood, cedar, white pine, and poplar is preferred for nest building

Yellow Jackets

3/8 to 5/8 inch long
Are wasps with a definite waist
Marked with bright yellow and black patterns

Habits

Prey on a wide variety of insects and other arthropods
The workers survive on foods consumed by people, especially sweets and meat
Wasp colonies are at the largest size during the fall
If a colony is disturbed, worker yellow jackets will aggressively defend their colony by stinging

Bees are difficult and may be dangerous to control. Let Ecology Exterminating, experts in pest control servcies, eliminate your bee infestation. Call us at 1-877-762-2437 or 1-800-Pest-Control.

Moths/Beetles

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:31:30 +0000

Got moths or beetles? Don’t delay…call Ecology Exterminating Service today. We are New York’s Moth & Beetle removal expert. Call 1-800-Pest-Control and ask about our Guaranteed Moth & Beetle Removal Service. Our services are proven and eco-friendly.

Moths and Carpet Beetles

Carpet Beetles

There are several types of carpet beetles. Their diet usually includes anything organic. Females may lay up to 100 eggs. Larvae do the destruction and avoid light. Careful inspection of such things as baseboards, air ducts, stored cereals, garments and furniture is needed to find the source of the infestation. Cleaning the house thoroughly and regularly as well as proper storage of garments is needed to prevent infestations.

Webbing Clothes Moth

Color: Buff or golden, Larva – Shiny creamy white.
Size: Adults – Quarter of an inch. Larva – about a half inch.
Adult moths do not feed. Only larva feed.

Treatment Preparation Sheet
Remove all clothes from affected closets, drawers, or shelves.
Remove all boxes and storage items in clothing closets, and inspect.
Inspect clothes for holes, moths, or larva.
Wash or dry clean any clothes that you suspect are infected.
Inspect wool carpeting and rugs for frayed edges or holes.
Clothes moths can also live in stored blankets, feathered pillows, and piano felts.
Vaccuum closets and drawers out thoroughly.

Flies

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:31:13 +0000

Got flies? You don’t have to suffer any longer. Ecology Exterminating Service are experts in fly removal in both Residential and Commerical Properties. Call 1-800-Pest-Control and ask about our Guaranteed Fly Removal Service. Our services are proven, effective and eco-friendly.

House Fly

Identification

1/4 inch long
Dull gray color
4 strips on thorax

Control

Two important places to control are the breeding site and the house
Boiling water is a good way to kill the house fly maggots in garbage cans
Fly paper, and aerosols are the best methods for adult flies

Habits

House flies breed in garbage, garbage cans, and large trash conainers
A generation of flies may be produced during the height of the summer season
The hot days of July and August will result in a greater number of house flies by the end of August and September
Flies can spread diseases

Drain Fly

Identification

1/10 inch long
Dark, fuzzy mothlike insects
Can only fly a few feet at a time

Control

Infestations which develop in drains can be eliminated scrubbing the area with a brush and sink-cleaning materials followed by hot water

Habits

Breed in the liquids found in drains, dirty garbage continers, and septic tanks
Adult flies are poor fliers and are found in great numbers on walls or flying weakly in the area where they are found
Feed on nectar and polluted water

Fruit Fly

Identification

1/8 inch long
Dull yellow-brown to dark brown
A distinguishing feature is their red eyes

Control

Removal of any overripe fruits or vegetables should prevent any recurrance

Habits

Fruit flies develop in over-ripe fruits or other foods, fermenting liquid in the bottom of garbage cans, a dirty mop, and in the vegetable bin
Fruit and salad bars are ideal habitats and have problems with fruit flies
Attracted to light

Flies can be difficult to control on your own. Especially in New York. Don’t worry. You have an expert: call Ecology Exterminating at 1-877-762-2437 or 1-800-Pest-Control for a professional treatment.