Hogarth’s Pest Control

06/13/2026

06/13/2026

Not bad for sweeping spider webs with one hand and filming with the other! 😆

Spider web removal is one of the simplest ways to make a home look cleaner and reduce pest activity around the exterior. Every web you see is evidence that insects are finding their way around your home, and where there’s food, spiders will follow.

That’s why our exterior service includes web removal and a protective treatment around the home to help reduce spiders, ants, and other crawling insects before they become a problem.

Your home is one of your biggest investments. Regular pest maintenance helps keep it looking its best while protecting it from unwanted guests.

Hogarth’s Pest Control & Wildlife Removal
Serving Northern Michigan for over 30 years.

06/11/2026

🦇 Got Bats? Here’s what you need to know about Northern Michigan’s most common uninvited house guest: the Little Brown Bat!

While these unique mammals play a huge role in our ecosystem by eating insects over our lawns and lakes, they can cause some serious issues when they move into our homes.

Here is a quick breakdown of what to watch out for and how to handle them safely:

🏠 How They Get In
Bats can squeeze through an opening as tiny as a pencil-sized hole! They love to find their way into:

Attic vents, roof vents, and ridge caps

Fascia boards and soffit corners

Chimneys and areas above gutters

Spotting them: Look for bat droppings (guano) or dark rub marks around these areas.

⚠️ The Dangers
Rabies: Bats can carry rabies. If you suspect any direct physical contact has been made, take every precaution and contact a professional immediately.

Histoplasmosis: Accumulated bat guano can pose a respiratory health risk to humans, especially if it gets disturbed.

🚫 Trapping vs. ✅ Exclusion
If you have bats, trapping them is not a biologically sound method, and it's a practice we never use or promote.

Instead, the safe and effective solution is Bat Exclusion. First, we conduct a thorough preliminary exterior inspection to find every single entry point. Then, we use specialized one-way exit devices that allow the bats to safely leave your home on their own, but completely blocks them from re-entering. Finally, we seal, caulk, and screen the structure to keep them out for good!

📞 Don't wait for a small problem to turn into a colony of 500! Give Hogarth’s Pest Control and Wildlife Removal a call today to schedule your inspection!
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06/10/2026

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Chimney Crown Seals – One of the Most Overlooked Home Maintenance Services

Your chimney crown is the concrete surface at the top of the chimney. Over time, Michigan’s freeze-thaw cycles can cause small cracks that allow water to pe*****te the masonry.

Once water gets in, it can lead to:
• Cracked brick and mortar
• Interior leaks
• Costly chimney repairs
• Reduced chimney life

A professional crown seal helps waterproof the crown, seals minor cracks, and protects your chimney from further deterioration. Combined with a quality chimney cap, it’s one of the best ways to extend the life of your chimney and prevent expensive repairs.

This chimney wasn’t in bad shape—just a few cracks starting to develop. Addressing it now can add years to its service life and save thousands in future repairs.

Keeps Bats squirrels and Birds out !
Protect it before the damage starts.

Hogarth’s Pest Control & Wildlife Removal
231-264-6060
Homeowners usually understand the value once they realize water and animals the the #1 enemy of a chimney.

06/05/2026

Carpenter Ant Alert Across Northern Michigan

Carpenter ants are one of the biggest structural pests we deal with this time of year. If you’re seeing large black ants around your cabin, cottage, home, deck, garage, or woodpile, don’t ignore them. Carpenter ants don’t eat wood, but they excavate it to build nests and often indicate moisture damage or rotting wood nearby. Spring and early summer are peak activity periods, and winged ants may begin appearing around homes.

Look for:
✔ Large black ants inside or outside the home
✔ Sawdust-like material (frass) below walls or windows
✔ Ants trailing up trees, siding, or utility lines
✔ Activity after dark

We’ve been helping Northern Michigan homeowners protect their properties for over 30 years.

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🌐 Hogarth's Pest Control & Wildlife Removal⁠

06/04/2026

It’s officially June in Northern MI, and the "poppy seed" pests are here! 🍓❌

Did you know that June is the peak season for nymphal deer ticks? They are tiny, hard to spot, and responsible for the majority of Lyme disease cases. If you haven't treated your yard yet, it is NOT too late. At Hogarth’s, our specialized barrier treatments target these nymphs before they become a problem for your family and pets. We don't just spray; we help you reclaim your backyard for the summer! 🌲☀️

✅ 88% population reduction in year one
✅ Local experts who know Northern MI terrain
✅ Protection that lasts

Don't wait for a bite to take action. Call us today to get on the schedule!

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06/04/2026

🦟 Mosquito season is here in Northern Michigan, and now is the time to get ahead of the problem.

At Hogarth’s Pest Control & Wildlife Removal, we offer traditional mosquito treatments as well as our new MosquitoCon™ monitoring and control program for customers looking for additional protection or a reduced-spray approach.

Whether you’re trying to enjoy your deck, cabin, cottage, campground, lakefront property, or backyard bonfire, our goal is to help you spend less time swatting and more time enjoying summer.

✔ Mosquito Treatments
✔ Tick Control Programs
✔ MosquitoCon™ Monitoring Stations
✔ Seasonal Home & Cabin Protection
✔ Local Family-Owned Business
✔ 1,000+ Google Reviews
✔ NWCOA Professional of the Year

Give us a call before mosquito populations explode.

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🌐 Hogarth's Pest Control & Wildlife Removal⁠

06/04/2026

Michigan has already confirmed its first West Nile Virus-positive mosquitoes of 2026. That means mosquito season is officially underway, and now is the time to start thinking about protecting your family, your cabin, and your outdoor living space.

Most people think about mosquitoes only after they’re getting eaten alive at the bonfire, on the deck, or around the lake. By then, you’re already behind.

That’s why we’ve launched our MosquitoCon™ program.

The goal isn’t just spraying mosquitoes after they show up. The goal is to identify breeding areas, monitor mosquito activity, interrupt the life cycle, and help reduce mosquito pressure before it gets out of control.

We also offer traditional mosquito treatments and our no-spray biological mosquito management option for homeowners who prefer an alternative approach.

If you’re tired of mosquitoes running your backyard this summer, now is the time to get on the schedule.

Give Hogarth’s Pest Control & Wildlife Removal a call at 231-264-6060.

Stay safe and enjoy Northern Michigan.