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Nick Messe
There is a growing awareness of the value that insects, bugs and small animals play in maintaining the delicate balance of our ecosystem. Unassuming field mice spread nutrients throughout open areas and provide a food source for many species. Ants play an important role in aerating the soil for vegetation to thrive. Bees and wasps are vital components in the pollination process. Kept at a sufficient distance and in small quantities, it is possible to live harmoniously with certain small animals and insects. Uninvited creatures that occupy a home usually do not pose any immediate danger to the inhabitants. However when left unaddressed, the cumulative effects of a pest infestation can become a serious health and safety threat. Organic pest management companies focus on identifying the specific nature of the pest as well as its disease and damage potential. The most destructive insect that invades a home is the termite. Of the several different species, the subterranean variety is the most destructive and found readily in the Northeastern United States. Subterranean termites are identified by their distinctive mud tubes that directly lead into the structure. They will feed on any cellulose based product and are estimated to cause 1.7 billion in property damage every year Although there are several types of ants that exhibit aggressive behavior, the carpenter ant is particularly destructive. Carpenter ants are wood eaters and prefer wet decaying material that has been infiltrated by mold. They invade homes through cracks in doors or windows and once inside, will begin creating pathways through dried wood as well. Exterminators and pest management companies provide comprehensive solutions to termite and ant infestations. Cockroaches of any variety are unacceptable in a home. The sight of a single cockroach may signal the presence of hundreds or thousands more. Although there are several varieties of cockroaches, pest control experts indicate that German cockroaches are the most prevalent in many northern areas. Cockroaches are known to carry and transmit serious diseases such as diarrhea, dysentery, and food poisoning. They have been found to carry as many as 33 different kinds of bacteria and a variety of parasitic worms. Infestations are particularly difficult to eradicate and it is important to hire a pest control management expert to exterminate a cockroach colony. Wisconsin is home to many species of mice and rats and house mice are the most prevalent and typically enter the home seeking food. Mouse droppings and urine are a primary cause of allergies in children. How can pest control management protect your property from insects, rodents and wasps? The humane removal of mice, rats, snakes and sometimes even bee and wasp hives prevents a recurrence of the infestation while preserving the life of the animal. Destructive swarms such as termites, ants and cockroaches must be completely eliminated. This is necessary to preserve the health and safety of the home's inhabitants.
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