westchester County Pest Control

Bee Stings Poison

January 31, 2018 by cynthia

Bee Stings Poison:

Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

Bees’ sting, wasps’ sting or a sting from other insects is a common thing in the NY. Though being very common in the Westchester County, NY, it should not be taken lightly. No severe reactions are caused due to a bee sting but many times you might experience allergic reactions that could be poisonous in nature. The apis and the apitoxin viruses are the scientific names of the venom of bees.

Professionals at the Westchester County Pest Control do a proper research such as what problems you are dealing with and then give you the best and affordable way to get rid of the bees so that you can avoid these creatures in the first place.

Individuals Prone to Poisoning of Bees

Following persons are more prone to the sting of bees in Westchester County:

- Individuals in the region where beehives are “on-the-go”

- Individuals in the region where bees carry out the active pollination of plants

- Individuals spending most of their time outside

- Individuals previously affected by allergy to bee sting

Individuals taking beta blockers

In comparison to kids, adults in the Westchester County are more prone to bee poisoning.

bee on skin — Bee Sting (Creative Commons)

Symptoms of Bee Sting Poisoning

Bee sting gives severe pain to the affected skin plus an abrasion is also observed in the area of the skin affected. Not-so-serious symptoms of bee sting are:

- Itching and pain in the area affected, lasting for few seconds

Itchy and red swollen area causing pain

Some major symptoms of bees’ sting include:

- Swollen red colored hives that may last up to a week

- Flushed skin

- Swollen lips, throat, and face

A headache, fever, and rash on the skin

bee sting, what a bee sting looks like — Bee Sting (Wikimedia Commons)

Continuous bee stings in children are fatal. There are several circumstances where the complications are grave. The Westchester County Pest Control is the invincible Westchester pest control throughout the Westchester County with hands-on emergency services. Following are the symptoms of bee’s venom when the situations become complicated:

- Difficulty in breathing or wheezing

- Cramps in stomach

- Nausea and vomiting

- Hives in the nearby area of the affected region

- Dizziness

- Rapid fluctuation in heart rate

Anxiety and agitation

During emergencies, such as, for treating anaphylaxis, it is advised to have the bee sting kit with you that have Epi-pen – a shot of Epinephrine.

Bee Sting Treatment

The various measures for the bees’ sting treatment are as follows:

- Aspirin

- Antihistamines

- CPR – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, in case the heartbeat is stopped

Corticosteroids

Bee Sting Home Remedies

Below mentioned are some bees sting remedies that can be applied while you are at home:

- Extract out the stinger from the skin with the help of iron nail

- Wash the affected region with soapy water

- Apply an ice pack to reduce the swelling

- Never try to squeeze the bee stinger as it can cause more venom injection

- Do not scratch up the affected area, it might lead to infection

Never burst the blisters

Prevention Is Better than Cure

Prevention of the bee stings is better than taking any medication or going for any treatment. Mentioned below, are a few bee poison prevention techniques to avoid the bees’ sting:

- Avoid swatting the insects

- Remove the beehives near your residence

- Keep the outside garbage covered

- Roll up the windows while you drive

Wear long-sleeve shirts and avoid wearing colorful or flowery printed dresses

We at Westchester County Pest Control can help you get rid of bees in a professional manner, in NY. Give us a call now!

Termite Home Inspection

January 23, 2018 by cynthia

Home Inspection Checklist:

#1. Termites Inspection

Buying a house is one of the most important decisions that you make in your life. It involves a huge investment of money and efforts, which makes it necessary to ensure that everything is in its best condition. Westchester County Pest Control understands your needs and provides pre-home buying termite inspections.

If you are planning to buy a house in Westchester County then we will do the termite inspection for you. We have our best team for the inspection to examine the whole place and provide you with accurate results.

Why Is Termites Inspection Important?

Termites do not cause any harm to humans directly as they feed on wood and cellulose, but they eat the things made of wood and cellulose from the inside, making it hollow and weak. In the earlier stages, it can be very hard to detect termites infestation, so an annual termites inspection is the best way to be assured that your house is free from termites.

Pre-home buying termites inspection is important because if the foundation of the house or other areas which includes wood is infested by termites, then it can cause a very big problem. The foundation may become too weak to even hold the house. Termites inspection ensures the safety of your health as well as your belongings.

termite damage too home — Termites Infestation Damage

Termites are known for damaging wooden things, but it can also damage paper, cardboard, books, anything made of cotton- including clothes, paper money, drywall, and many other things. When termites damage the house as a whole then the cost of replacement can be very expensive.

This is why a regular inspection and timely termites removal can save a lot of your money. A little ignorance on your side can have a huge effect on your pocket. So do not wait any longer and contact us.

How Can We Help?

Westchester County Pest Control is the best in New York in pest control. We perform the termite inspection with 100% accuracy and if the results indicate that your place is infested by termites then you do not have to go anywhere else as we will perform the termite control as well.

We provide a detailed training to our employees so that we can help you in the best way. We understand the importance of a safe and secure house which is why we will give you a pest free house.

The methods that we use for pest control are affordable and effective. Our basic procedure of pest control involves a three-step process- inspection, analysis, and determination. Under inspection, the whole area which is infested by pests is properly examined by our team.

The analysis involves analyzing the level of pest infestation i.e. how severe is the damage caused by the pests; and the last step is the determination of the chemicals and products to be used on the pests to get rid of them.

Have Termites Infestation? Call Westchester County Pest Control

Westchester County Pest Control is the answer for all your pest-related problems in your house as well as pre-home buying termite inspection. We are determined to give you the best service that you deserve in return for your trust in us. We are very flexible in working, and we alter our services according to your requirements.

We believe that everyone deserves a pest-free house which is why we have taken the initiative to provide the finest pest control service in Westchester. Join us in our initiative and hire us to have a pest-free house. Do not give these pests a chance of causing any bigger damage and contact us NOW! Your immediate action can help in providing a safe house for your family.***

Fruit Flies Infestation

January 10, 2018 by Danny Karlic

The Mediterranean and Citrus Fruit Flies

You may or may not be familiar with the Mediterranean and citrus fruit flies. Even if you’re not familiar with this particular species, you may know how annoying fruit flies are no matter what type they are.

If you do not want this troublesome pest hanging around your house, call on the services of Westchester County Pest Control. We’ll be able to help you quickly get rid of your problem. They eat fruit that is over-ripe. This is why you may notice them flying around the fruit bowl or around your trashcans. If there is fruit in them that is rotten, you can be sure that they want it.

You may also notice them around trees where their fruit has fallen to the base of the tree. If there is fruit there, there are sure to be fruit flies nearby. These types of fruit flies belong to the Tephritidae family and are usually a problem that affects fruit growing crops.

It is the Mediterranean fruit flies that are usually attracted to fruit, such as lemons. You’ll often notice crops like apple, peaches, and pears destroyed due to a fruit fly infestation. They are small with the spotted thorax. Their wings are multi-colored. The Mediterranean fruit fly lays eggs inside of the fruit. They can even lay their eggs inside of vegetables.

If you have fruit growing outside your home or in a crop, it is in your best interest to rely on professional services to control and treat your fruit fly infestation problem. Having them around could ultimately affect your ability to make money. The problem should be destroyed as soon as possible.

It is unlikely that buying something from a local store will remedy this problem. You can always count on our pest control experts to treat this problem for you.

“Information About the Mediterranean and Citrus Fruit Flies” was first published by westchestercountypestcontrol.com

Identifying and Treating a Hornet Infestation

January 10, 2018 by Danny Karlic

Identifying and Treating a Hornet Infestation

Trust us when we say that you do not want to take your time to address the hornet problem that you’re experiencing. You might notice one or two but a few days later, you might realize that every time you walk out of your front door, you’re dodging a hornet.

This certainly can’t be much fun. Once you have come to the realization that you have a serious problem, it is time to call on one of the reputable pest control services in Westchester County, NY to treat the problem.

How to Identify a Hornet Infestation

Many people count on Westchester County Pest Control because we offer safe, proven results. Hornets have stingers and they are known to sting if they are provoked. You might make the mistake of provoking them without realizing it.

This is why you should have the problem taken care of as soon as you recognize it as such. A hornets sting is much more painful than the sting of a bee. You don’t want to have to find out the hard way and that is why you should seek immediate attention.

An exterminator has to figure out what type of problem you actually have. Sometimes they come prepared to treat a hornet infestation only to discover it isn’t a hornet infestation, rather it was a yellow jack infestation.

Treating a Hornet Infestation

While there may be some similarities, they may need to be treated differently. In any case, it is always best for the exterminator to know what they are treating so that they can come prepared to deal with that specific problem.

They will be able to use non-toxic, organic pest control if needed or requested. Once they have been able to get rid of the hornets, they can go to work on removing the nest from around your home.

“Identifying and Treating a Hornet Infestation” was first published by westchestercountypestcontrol.com

Why You Might Have a Centipede Problem

January 10, 2018 by Danny Karlic

Why You Might Have a Centipede Problem

It might seem funny to be reading an article about centipedes unless you’re writing a report about them. However, on the other hand, if you’re experiencing a problem with centipedes and can’t figure out why, you might be looking at this article because you want to find a solution to your problem.

There is a really simple solution for your problem and that is to contact a qualified NYC exterminator from Westchester County Pest Control in New York. However, before you take this step, let us tell you a little bit about them. Often times, centipedes and millipedes are thought to be one in the same; they are not. They have differences in diets and habits. However, both have segmented bodies and breathe through spiracles.

Diet & Habits of Centipedes

Centipedes hide in the dark during the winter months and their eggs are placed in dam soil during the warmer months of the year. Once they become an adult, they develop a set of legs, along with extra segments.

They are able to live for a couple of years, some species even up to six years. Although you might notice them from time to time, chances are this is usually during the evening hours. They get in through cracks and holes around your home’s foundation. You will typically see a large concentration of them in your bathrooms, basements and closets.

They are able to find their prey by using their antennae’s. Their antennae’s are difficult to notice because they covered by dense hair. Once they inject venom into their prey, they become immobilized. Since most species of centipedes are carnivorous, they usually choose soft-bodied insects to eat.

You don’t generally detect a centipede infestation until you see far too many of them in such a short span of time.

Additional Services offered by Westchester County Pest Control:

Termites

Bed Bugs

Dog Inspection

Wasps, Hornets

Rodents, Mice, Rats

Flying insects, mosquitoes

Residential Pest Control Services

“Why You Might Have a Centipede Problem” was first published by westchestercountypestcontrol.com

Do You Have a Silverfish Infestation?

January 10, 2018 by Danny Karlic

Do You Have a Silverfish Infestation?

silverfish close up — Silverfish (Creative Commons)

Silverfish are small tear-shaped insects can become problematic when there are too many of them. They can cause damage to your clothes if there are too many of them and we all know you work too hard for what you have to allow them to be damaged by insects.

That is why we felt compelled to provide you with some information about them at Westchester County Pest Control in New York City. This information may help you determine whether or not you actually have a problem with silverfish or not. They are usually detected when found in sinks or on the corners of your floor.

Due to their feeding habits, you could find your clothing damaged by an infestation of silverfish. Oh, by the way, they also leave pepper-like fecal matter behind. If you recognize something like this, make sure you address the problem.

If there are centipedes or spiders around, they will generally eat silverfish. While you wouldn’t want to trade one problem for another, it helps to understand why you may see them one day and then you don’t, the next.

Preventing and Eliminating Silverfish

Silverfish like the humidity. If there are areas of your home that are humid, it is best to try to figure out how to remedy this. Controlling humidity is the best way to prevent them from coming into your home.

Open up vents and let in the fresh air wherever you can. If it is humid outdoors, this might not be the best way to handle this situation. One of our qualified NYC exterminators will be able to advise you about how you can prevent the problem of silverfish and even eliminate the problem for you.

Additional Services offered by Westchester County Pest Control:

Termites

Bed Bugs

Dog Inspection

Wasps, Hornets

Canine Inspection

Organic pest control

Bees, Carpenter Bees

Ant Inspection

Rodents, Mice, Rats

Flying insects, mosquitoes

Residential Pest Control Services

Commercial Pest Control Services

“Do You Have a Silverfish Infestation?” was first published by westchestercountypestcontrol.com