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Tips & Tricks Articles

May 26, 2017

5 Ways to Reduce Tick Populations in Your Yard

Posted in Bugs & Vermin, DIY Pest Solutions, Pest Control, Tips & Tricks

Summer is here in full swing – and so are the ticks. These dreaded seasonal pests are not only nuisances, but they can also carry serious diseases, namely Lyme disease. In fact, according to the Minnesota Department of Health, there were 1,176 reported cases of Lyme disease in 2015 alone. Fortunately, there are simple things […]

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May 23, 2017

The Do’s and Don’ts of Lawn Mowing

Posted in Home & Garden, Tips & Tricks

Do keep your mower blade sharp. A dull mowing blade rips the grass rather than cutting it, resulting in yellowing the grass blade tips. A sharp blade helps grass recover more quickly from the cut. Don’t cut your lawn too short. Some people find the short, putting green style lawn attractive. Others just don’t like […]

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May 15, 2017

7 Tips for Staying Mosquito-Free This Summer

Posted in Bugs & Vermin, DIY Pest Solutions, Pest Control, Tips & Tricks

There’s nothing worse than trying to enjoy a summer barbecue, yard game or campfire while being eaten alive by mosquitos. But, you don’t have to spend your summer swatting these pesky critters. Below are some simple tips to help reduce mosquito populations in and around your yard. 1. Remove containers that can hold water. Eliminating […]

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April 13, 2017

5 Tips for Preparing Your Lawn for Spring

Posted in DIY Pest Solutions, Home & Garden, Tips & Tricks

Spring is one of the most important times to perform lawn maintenance – especially in the Duluth, Minn., area, where winters can be less than forgiving. With these five spring lawn care maintenance tips, you’ll be well on your way to enjoying a beautiful lawn from the first rays of summer to the last. 1. […]

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October 20, 2016

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House Mouse: Pest of the Month

Posted in Entomology, Pest Control, Tips & Tricks, Uncategorized

With cooler weather rapidly approaching, now is the time to keep an eye out for rodents, especially the house mouse.  A house mouse is usually a light brownish grey in color, three inches long with large ears, and tail that is as long as their body.  They will often invade a home to seek warmth and […]

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August 19, 2016

Stop cluster flies from getting in your home or cabin

Lock Out Cluster Flies in August and September

Posted in Bugs & Vermin, Pest Control, Tips & Tricks, Uncategorized

As summer comes to an end and temperatures cool, cluster flies seek out a cozy place to hide. The pests are attracted to the sunny (and warm) sides of houses and cabins. If they get inside, they hide – possibly for months. If you don’t want hundreds or thousands of uninvited guests in the winter […]

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