Monthly Archives: December 2015

Animal Control, Commercial Services, Disease Carrying Pests, News, Pest Control, Pest Management, Rats, Residential Services

What Diseases do Rats Carry?

Diseases Rats Carry
Diseases Rats Carry

They can be anywhere and everywhere you don’t want them to be. They’re fast, cunning, can get into the smallest of places, and worst of all, they carry a long list of diseases. The nemesis you’re wanting to avoid is a rat. These wily critters have been the basis for many scary movies and rightly so.

It’s important for NJ rodent control experts to find entry points into your home or commercial building to prevent rats coming and going as they please. Once these entry points are addressed, eliminating the infestation is much easier.

Rats are known travelers in their quest for food,water, and nesting areas. Because of this, disease-carrying rats can spread a variety of illnesses most often through feces droppings and dust, and parasites. Both are dangerous to humans and pets.

From the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the following are diseases that can be transmitted by rodents directly.

  • Tularemia
  • South American Arenaviruses that include Argentine, Bolivian, Sabia, and Venezuelan hemorrhagic fever
  • Salmonellosis
  • Rat-Bite Fever
  • Plague
  • Omsk Hemorrhagic Fever
  • Lymphocytic Chorio-meningitis (LCM)
  • Leptospirosis
  • Lassa Fever
  • Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome
  • Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome

When rats are running rampant through your home or yard potentially spreading disease, it’s easy to see keeping your property rat free is a top priority. Give us a call at Stern Environmental Group. We have NJ rodent control specialists with the methods and expertise to exterminate your problem, fast.

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How to ID a Norway Rat

Rats
The Norway Rat

They’re big, they’re scary, and they do damage to your home. This is the reputation of a Norway rat. If you have an issue with rats, you definitely want the disease carrying rodents removed from your property.

Rats rely on their sense of smell, taste, touch, and hearing, are natural explorers, and gnaw and chew resulting in structural damage.

Habitat

Norway rats are larger than a roof rat and weigh about 1 pound. They’re stocky and covered in coarse brown or reddish gray fur. Brought to the U.S. around 1775, the burrowing rodent is found in the 48 contiguous states.

Rats live near residences and buildings because of easier access to food, water and shelter. You’ll find their nests below or at ground level.

Menu

Norway rats aren’t picky eaters. They prefer fresh food including grains, nuts, fruit and meat and require about an ounce of water daily. Garbage cans are a favorite buffet because they provide food and moisture.

Rats running in and around your home or business is not something you want to deal with at any day any time. With the help of a NYC pest control specialist, an infestation can be eliminated, fast.

At Stern Environmental Group, our NYC pest control specialists have the expertise and products to do a thorough job. Contact us and let’s set up an appointment to get ride of rats faster than a New York minute.

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My Sister Has Bed Bugs, What Do I Do?

The Trouble With Waiting
She Has Bed Bugs!

When you hear about a bed bug infestation, chances are you don’t give it much thought but when it’s a family member with the issue, that’s another story.

Bed bugs are opportunists and catch a ride on many things including clothing and purses. Since there’s a good possibility your family member has been in your home, it’s highly probable bed bugs visited your home, too.

If you find yourself in a situation where folks from an infested home have been in yours, there are a few things to consider.

Tips When Bed Bugs are on the Scene

One of the first things to do is talk with your family member and find out to what extent their home is infested. The more you know, the better you can prepare.

Don’t assume because your home is clean bed bugs won’t set up housekeeping. Only dirty homes get infested with bed bugs is a myth.

Until your family has taken care of the infestation in their home, it’s a good idea to limit visitations to your home.

It’s also suggested your home be inspected by a NYC bed bug control professional.

If you have a bed bug infestation or seeing signs of the insects, contact our staff at Stern Environmental Group so we can take action. Our expert NYC bed bug control technicians will inspect your home and let you know about the best method for extermination.

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What About Bed Bugs in Dorms and Hostels for Winter Travel?

View of a messy room
College Dorms are Great Places for Bed Bugs

There are enough things to worry about when traveling or heading off to live in a dorm and the last thing you want to deal with is bed bugs. It’s a possibility you should be aware of.

Found throughout the world, there is no place that is safe from the tiny bloodsuckers. From the swankiest hotel to a college dorm room or from a elementary school to a convenient hostel, bed bugs have found their way into these locations.

Bed bugs are prolific travelers and will hitch a ride on luggage, backpacks and carry-on bags then set up housekeeping once arriving at their destination. With more people traveling and students traveling to other countries to take classes, it provides more opportunities for bed bugs to be mobile.

Since bed bugs are pests of opportunity using available items as a means of transportation from place to place, it’s no wonder infestations occur.

A sure sign of bed buds are the red, itchy bites all over the body. Bugs infiltrate bedding, furniture, curtains, cushions, and desk drawers and need bed bug treatment by NYC bed bug control professionals to tackle the problem.

If you’re experiencing a bed bug infestation, you need the help of NYC bed bug control specialists. At Stern Environmental Group, we have the NYC bed bed control products to eliminate pests and keep them away. Call us today and be bed bug free tomorrow.

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What Pests Plague NYC Businesses in Winter

Outdoor shot of a stretch of motorway in Germany
What Pests Will You Be Dealing with This Winter?

You may think wintertime means less pests from the bug, insect and rodent category but unfortunately, that isn’t the case. Winter can mean more of those flying, crawling, walking invaders for your property. The reason why is like most anyone or anything else, warmth, food, and water are a high priority and none may be readily available, especially during inclement weather.

A short list of potential candidates can give you a head start on signs to be aware of and what types of pests may be visiting your property.

Bugs

In the bug department, there are several you may see indoors that you’d prefer to be outdoors. These include winged carpenter ants, fruit flies, spiders, and bed bugs. Yes, bed bugs aren’t just found in the bedding of homes. These tiny travelers are found wherever there are people.

Rodents

As cute as that famous mouse at Disney may be, you don’t want his relatives running around your property, nor do you want larger rats searching for winter accommodations. Both are wily and master contortionists that can find their way into the tiniest of openings.

If your business is plagued with winter pests, calling a professional NJ pest control company is the best option.

With winter just around the corner, be prepared for pesky invaders to your building. Give us a call at Stern Environmental Group. Our NJ pest control experts will send unwanted guests packing.