Pestcor

06/02/2026

🦟 Mosquitos don’t need a pond to become a problem.

In fact, standing water as small as a bottle cap can quickly become a breeding area during spring and summer. 😳

Common mosquito hotspots around homes include:
✔️ Gutters
✔️ Flower pots
✔️ Kids toys
✔️ Bird baths
✔️ Tarps
✔️ Patio furniture
✔️ Low drainage areas

With warmer temperatures and frequent spring rain, mosquito populations can increase fast this time of year.

The good news?
Small prevention steps now can make a major difference before peak summer season arrives. ☀️

👉 Eliminate standing water regularly and stay proactive with outdoor treatments before mosquito activity gets worse.

📞 Want help protecting your outdoor spaces this season? Pestcor can help.

06/01/2026

👊 Behind every pest treatment is preparation, inspection, and prevention.

Spring is one of the busiest seasons in pest control because warming temperatures and moisture create ideal conditions for increased activity.

A lot of what we do happens before major infestations occur:
✔️ Monitoring activity
✔️ Identifying entry points
✔️ Inspecting vulnerable areas
✔️ Addressing moisture conditions
✔️ Helping homeowners stay proactive

At Pestcor, we believe good pest control is about more than simply reacting to problems — it’s about helping homeowners protect their property long-term. 🏠

Thank you to our team for continuing to put in the work every day this season. 👏

05/28/2026

🛡️ Rodent prevention is one of the most important steps in reducing potential hantavirus exposure risks.

Rodents are attracted to environments that provide:
🍽️ Food
🏠 Shelter
📦 Cluttered nesting areas
🪵 Hidden outdoor cover

Simple preventative measures can make a major difference:
✔️ Seal gaps and entry points
✔️ Store food in sealed containers
✔️ Reduce clutter in garages, attics, and basements
✔️ Keep wood piles away from structures

Most importantly — address rodent activity early. 🐭

The longer rodents remain active around a home, the greater the risk of contamination, nesting, and larger infestations developing over time.

At Pestcor, prevention is always the goal. Identifying issues early helps protect both your home and your family.

📞 Stay proactive. Stay protected.

05/27/2026

🕷️ We’ve been seeing a noticeable increase in tick activity throughout the NEPA area as summer conditions continue to ramp up.

Warm temperatures, humidity, thick vegetation, and increased outdoor activity are creating ideal conditions for ticks around:
🌿 Backyards
🌳 Wooded property edges
🍂 Tall grass and leaf piles
🐾 Pet areas and walking trails

And contrary to what many people think — ticks aren’t only found deep in the woods anymore.

As families and pets spend more time outside this season, awareness and prevention become especially important. ☀️

Checking pets, monitoring outdoor areas, and staying proactive around your property can go a long way during peak tick season.

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Today is more than the start of summer — it’s a time to reflect on the courage, service, and sacrifice of those who gave everything for our freedoms. ❤️🤍💙

From all of us at Pestcor, thank you to the heroes who served and the families who continue to carry their legacy forward.

📌 Please note: Our offices will be closed on Memorial Day as we take time to observe the holiday. We will resume normal business hours the following business day.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

05/22/2026

⚠️ Cleaning rodent droppings the wrong way can create serious health risks.

Many homeowners don’t realize that sweeping or vacuuming contaminated droppings can release harmful airborne particles into the air — increasing potential exposure risks associated with hantavirus and other rodent-related contaminants.

If you discover rodent droppings inside your home:
❌ Don’t sweep
❌ Don’t vacuum

Instead:
✔️ Ventilate the area
✔️ Wear gloves and proper protection
✔️ Wet down droppings with disinfectant before cleanup
✔️ Handle contaminated areas carefully

Rodent activity is more than just a nuisance — proper prevention and safe cleanup practices matter. 🐭

At Pestcor, we help homeowners identify rodent activity early, reduce entry points, and stay proactive before problems grow larger.

📞 If you’re seeing signs of rodents around your home, don’t wait to address it.

05/20/2026

🕷️ Tick season is ramping up across Pennsylvania.

And contrary to what many homeowners believe… ticks aren’t only found deep in the woods anymore.

We commonly see tick activity around:
🌿 Tall grass
🍂 Leaf piles
🐾 Pet areas
🌳 Property edges
🏡 Landscaping beds

As temperatures rise throughout May, tick activity becomes more aggressive — creating increased risks for both families and pets.

The reality is:
Ticks are easier to prevent early than they are to deal with during peak summer months.

✅ Keep grass trimmed
✅ Reduce excess vegetation
✅ Monitor shaded/moist areas
✅ Stay proactive with seasonal treatments

👉 If your property backs up to wooded areas or heavy vegetation, now is the time to start paying attention.

📲 Contact Pestcor to learn more about preventative tick treatments for your property.

05/18/2026

⚠️ Hantavirus is rare — but the risks associated with rodent exposure are very real.

This virus is primarily linked to infected rodent droppings, urine, and nesting materials, especially in enclosed areas like:
🏚️ Attics
🧰 Garages
🏠 Crawlspaces
🪵 Sheds & storage areas

One of the biggest dangers occurs during improper cleanup. Sweeping or disturbing contaminated droppings can release harmful particles into the air.

That’s why rodent prevention and safe cleanup practices matter.

At Pestcor, we believe awareness is part of protection:
✔️ Identify rodent activity early
✔️ Seal entry points
✔️ Reduce nesting conditions
✔️ Handle infestations safely and proactively

If you’ve noticed signs of rodent activity around your home, don’t ignore it. Prevention early can help reduce larger risks later.

📞 Stay proactive. Stay protected.

05/15/2026

If pest problems feel worse right now… you’re not imagining it.

This is when everything overlaps.

🐜 Ants are fully active
🦟 Mosquito populations are growing
🐝 Nests are expanding

What started in spring is now reaching a point where it’s hard to ignore.

We broke down why pest activity seems to peak all at once — and what’s actually happening behind the scenes: https://bit.ly/49qVuEg

Most pests follow seasonal growth cycles. In the spring, colonies begin developing: Ant colonies expand Termite activity increases Mosquito breeding begins Stinging insect nests are established By the time summer arrives, those early-stage developments have turned into larger, more active population

05/14/2026

By the time you notice mosquitoes…

you’re already behind. 🦟

Here’s why:

• Eggs hatch in standing water
• Populations build quietly
• Activity spikes fast once temperatures rise

What feels like a sudden problem has usually been developing for weeks.

👉 The best time to act isn’t when bites start — it’s before.
📞 Protect your yard before peak season hits.