EM Pest Control, Inc.

10/12/2026

What happens during a commercial rodent-control service?

During our service visits, we open each station, check for signs of feeding, clean it, replace the bait when needed, and inspect the surrounding area. What we find helps us understand where rodents are active and whether the service needs to be adjusted.

Consistent monitoring is what keeps these stations useful over time.

10/07/2026

The cooling temperatures brings with it outdoor insects like cave crickets looking for shelter and moisture, usually in crawlspace's and basements.

It's why homeowners find more activity inside this time of year than outside.

10/07/2026

Have you ever been lying in bed and suddenly heard scratching inside a wall or ceiling? Once the house gets quiet, even a faint sound can leave you wondering whether mice are moving around inside.

If this sounds familiar, read our latest blog to learn whether those nighttime noises could be a sign of mice, what other signs to watch for, and when it may be time for an inspection.

https://empestcontrol.com/blog/hearing-scratching-in-the-walls-at-night-it-could-be-mice

Hearing scratching in walls at night? Learn what the noise might mean, where to check for mouse activity, and when to request a Nassau County inspection.

10/05/2026

Fall pest activity doesn’t look the same in every home.

One homeowner might hear scratching in the walls, while another starts noticing crickets in the basement, spiders around the windows, or cockroaches in areas where they were not seen before.

If you’re noticing pest activity, our team can inspect your home, identify what is causing the problem, and recommend the appropriate treatment and prevention steps that's right for you.

10/02/2026

You’re used to seeing bumblebees around the flowers in your yard. Here’s a view you don’t get every day: their nest tucked into a home’s insulation.

We used an inspection camera to get a closer look. You can see the bees moving around inside, with the insulation surrounding the nest.

When you notice bees coming and going from your house, it’s natural to wonder what’s behind that opening. Being able to see where they’ve nested helps us understand what’s happening inside.

09/30/2026

This is what cave-cricket activity can look like when the conditions are right.

Cave crickets prefer cool, dark, damp areas, which is why they are commonly found in basements, crawl spaces, garages, and storage areas. Seeing one cricket is different from finding several concentrated along the same wall or in the same section of a basement.

When we inspect a home, we look at where the activity is concentrated, the surrounding moisture conditions, and the areas the crickets may be using for shelter. That helps us address more than just the crickets that are visible.

09/08/2026

September is a good time to prepare your home or business before colder weather arrives.

Whether you’ve noticed droppings, scratching sounds, or other signs of rodent activity—or simply want to identify possible entry points before mice and rats get inside—preparing now can help protect your property throughout the fall and winter.

Need a professional to take a closer look? Call or text EM Pest Control at 516-455-6742.

08/06/2026

Have you noticed wasps building nests around the same areas of your home year after year?

It may not be random. Certain features around your property can provide the shelter, food, water, and nesting material wasps are looking for. Our latest blog explains why they choose particular homes, the locations where nests are commonly found, and what can help make your property less attractive to them.

If wasps keep returning to your Nassau County or Western Suffolk County property, this may explain why: https://tinyurl.com/yzzybnve

Wondering why wasps are building nests around your house? Learn what attracts wasps, where they commonly nest, and how to help prevent future nesting.

07/16/2026

Ivy can add character to a home, but when it's left unchecked, it can also create conditions that pests take advantage of.

Dense vegetation against the exterior can:
• Provide shelter for insects and spiders
• Hold moisture against the building
• Make it easier to hide entry points
• Give rodents cover as they travel along the structure

That doesn't mean every ivy-covered home has a pest problem—but regular trimming and inspections can help reduce the risk.

Have questions about pest prevention around your home? We're happy to help.

07/13/2026

Have you noticed thousands of tiny red bugs crawling across your patio, foundation, windows, or siding? They may be red clover mites.

While they don't bite people or damage your home, they can become a nuisance and leave red stains if crushed.

We recently published a guide for Nassau County homeowners explaining:

• What red clover mites are
• Why they appear around homes
• Why they keep coming back
• How to get rid of them

Read the full guide here: https://tinyurl.com/35aupnec

Learn how to get rid of red clover mites around patios, foundations, and yards in Nassau County. Discover why they appear, prevention tips, and when professional treatment may help.