GOT A PEST PROBLEMIN LYNN?

Exclusion (sealing entry points) is more effective long-term than trapping alone for Lynn rodent problems. Signs: gaps around plumbing penetrations, gnaw marks on wood trim, droppings near appliances.

Carpenter ants don't eat wood, they tunnel through it to nest — leaving smooth galleries that weaken framing in Lynn homes. Signs: piles of frass below window frames, large ants on porches at night, faint rustling in walls.

Most active April–October in Lynn. Transmit Lyme disease and other illnesses. Signs: found in wooded areas and tall grass, bites on skin after outdoor activity.

Stinging insect deaths are rare but serious — anaphylaxis risk is highest for Lynn residents with bee/wasp allergies. Signs: nests in shrubs, sheds, or playground equipment, repeated stings from disturbing a hidden colony.

Brown marmorated stink bugs are an invasive species that congregate on Lynn home exteriors before overwintering inside. Signs: shield-shaped insects on sunny walls in October, clustered on attic windows, foul smell when disturbed.

Spreading rapidly across Lynn. Nearly impossible to eliminate without professional treatment. Signs: rust stains on sheets, itchy welts in rows, sweet musty smell.