A Closer Look at Pavement Ants
Pavement ants are one of the most common types of ants in our region. They get their name from their tendency to make their burrows under pavement and in sidewalk cracks. As some of the smallest ants ...
Flies out of control? Do this.
The sticky, hot days of summer are prime fly time. All may be quiet, and you hear a heavy buzzing and think it’s a bee, but it’s much more likely to be a fly. It may even seem that it’s near ...
Bed Bug Prevention Tips While on Vacation
With travel restrictions eased, families across New England are planning vacations and trips to hotels and Airbnb’s in the region and beyond. There are few things less relaxing than the worry of ...
What's the difference between bees or wasps?
One of the most common questions we get at Graduate is “how to tell the difference between a bee and a wasp?” There are some obvious differences and some are more subtle but knowing the difference ...
Summer Pests: Stinging Insects, Ants, and Flies
There are many types of pests we consider “Summer pests” but there are a few we really find to be a common problem for New England homeowners. The most notable of these pests are bees, wasps, ants, ...
Do Cicada Killer Wasps sting?
Cicada Killer Wasps are largely active during summer in our region, especially late summer. As we enter their peak activity period, there are a few things you need to know about Cicada Killer Wasps. ...
What's the difference between bed bugs and ticks? - GPS
Both bed bugs and ticks can be dangerous to both your health and well-being. However, the ways they can come into your life and impact it differ pretty heavily. So how do you tell the difference and ...
What kinds of ants do damage?
Most ants can do some level of damage to your property, even if it’s just building hills in your sidewalks. However, there’s one type of ant that truly does damage: the Carpenter Ant. This species of ...
I have a clean house, why do I still get bugs?
Most homeowners do a relatively good job of keeping their homes clean and free of the things that attract pests. Sealing food, wiping surfaces, and taking out the trash are all great practices for ...
Termite Inspection: How they work and what you should know - GPS
Termites are an all-too-common terror for homeowners. The amount of damage termites can do ranges from hundreds to thousands of dollars per treatment. If you’re fortunate, an infestation can be found ...
