GOT A PEST PROBLEMIN NEWTON?

Exclusion (sealing entry points) is more effective long-term than trapping alone for Newton 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 Newton homes. Signs: piles of frass below window frames, large ants on porches at night, faint rustling in walls.

Lone star ticks in Newton can cause alpha-gal syndrome — a red meat allergy. Signs: small dark ticks attached to skin, sudden onset of meat sensitivity, hives 4–8 hours after eating beef or pork.

Yellowjackets cause the most stinging incidents in Newton during late summer when colonies peak at 5,000+. Signs: ground nests with active entry holes, aggressive behavior near garbage, papery nests in wall voids.

Sealing gaps in siding, windows, and attic vents in late summer is the best defense for Newton homes. Signs: bugs squeezing through gaps in cedar shingles, evening fly-ins to porch lights, foul odor from vacuum bags.

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