GOT A PEST PROBLEMIN LAWRENCE?

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

Burrow into moist wood — a serious structural threat in Lawrence's older homes. Signs: sawdust-like frass near wood, large black ants, hollow-sounding timbers.

Tick treatments for Lawrence yards target leaf litter, lawn edges, and stone walls where ticks shelter. Signs: ticks on socks after walking through grass, attached ticks on pets, deer activity near property.

Build nests under eaves and in attics across Lawrence each summer. Highly aggressive when disturbed. Signs: papery nests, increased wasp activity near roof overhangs.

Invade Lawrence homes in large numbers each fall seeking warmth. Hard to eliminate without professional help. Signs: odor when crushed, clusters near windows and lights.

Bed bugs in Lawrence travel on luggage, used furniture, and clothing. They can survive months between meals. Signs: small red-brown stains on mattress seams, bites in lines of 3, exoskeletons in bed frame crevices.