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Bionic Rats?

Bionic Rats?

By on May 24, 2013 in Macy's Pest Control Sarasota, Rodents

Who remembers the Six Million Dollar Man or The Bionic Woman? What great shows they were! It was fun to tune in week after week and watch their mighty exploits through the use of advanced technology. Their senses were heightened and they were unstoppable! And speaking of heightened senses, good ole’ rats come to mind. [...]

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Bugs can be pretty too!

Bugs are Pretty Too!

By on May 17, 2013 in Macy's Pest Control Sarasota

Last week we talked about some pretty gross stuff, so we thought we would head in a different direction this week. Normally, when people think of bugs, they think creepy, crawly, ugly, slimy…you get the idea! But did you know bugs can be used as art? One creative artist by the name of Christopher Marley, [...]

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housefly horrors

Housefly Horrors

By on May 10, 2013 in Macy's Pest Control Sarasota

So, you see a little fly buzzing around your house, reach for your fly swatter and SPLAT! All taken care of, right? Hmm…not so fast! These little bugs can cause BIG problems! Wikipedia states, “The housefly (also house fly, house-fly or common housefly), Musca domestica, is a fly of the suborder Cyclorrhapha. It is the most common of all domestic flies, accounting for about 91% [...]

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The Clean Fifteen

The Clean Fifteen: Part Two

By on May 3, 2013 in Macy's Pest Control Sarasota, Organic Pest Control, Organic Products/Services

We know you’ve been waiting anxiously all week for the second part of The Clean Fifteen! Let’s waste no more time…here is Part Two of those fruits and veggies you don’t necessarily have to buy organic! (In case you missed it, click here to read Part One!) The Clean Fifteen Continued… 8. Kiwi: Kiwi peel [...]

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The Clean Fifteen

The Clean Fifteen: Part One

By on April 25, 2013 in Good News Pest Solutions, Macy's Pest Control Sarasota, Organic Products/Services

In our last two blog posts, we shared with you the Dirty Dozen—those fruits and vegetables you should consider buying organic based on the amount of pesticide residue found on them. But let’s face it, organic produce can sometimes put a strain on your food budget! If you need to pinch pennies and stretch your grocery [...]

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The Dirty Dozen

The Dirty Dozen: Part Two

By on April 19, 2013 in Macy's Pest Control Sarasota, Organic Products/Services

Last week we introduced you to the first six of the dirty dozen! No, we don’t mean this dirty dozen—we mean those fruits and vegetables that have the highest reported  levels of residual pesticide. Here’s the other 6 of The Dirty Dozen! 7. Grapes (Imported) Imported grapes can have more than 30 pesticides. Raisins also have high pesticide [...]

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The Dirty Dozen

The Dirty Dozen: Part One

By on April 12, 2013 in Macy's Pest Control Sarasota, Organic Products/Services

Here at Good News Pest Solutions we believe in being green….and not just in pest control! We believe using green or organic products are better for ourselves and the environment! And we know people are looking for products that work without poisoning our ground, our water, our air, our pets or ourselves.  With this in mind, [...]

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Act Now To Remove Bats

Act Now to Remove Bats!

By on April 4, 2013 in Bats, Macy's Pest Control Sarasota

Did you know bats are protected under Florida Wildlife Laws and it’s illegal to willfully kill bats in Florida? And, did you know if you would like to have bats safely removed from your home or commercial property (bat exclusion), there’s a window of time in which that can be legally done? Since bats are [...]

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Would you eat bugs?

Would You Eat Bugs?

By on March 29, 2013 in Macy's Pest Control Sarasota

How does a hot, steaming plate of crunchy crickets or some deep-fried juicy grubs sound for dinner? “No, thank you,” you emphatically say? Well, you might just be missing out! Human insect-eating or entomophagy, is very common in some cultures around the world , such as North, Central and South America; and Africa, Asia, Australia and [...]

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The Difference Between An Ant and A Termite

The Difference Between An Ant And A Termite

By on March 17, 2013 in Ants, Macy's Pest Control Sarasota, Termites

Many homeowners panic at the sight of a tiny-winged insect in their home. Their first thought usually is: TERMITES! The panicked feeling is understandable considering termites can do a lot of damage to your dwelling. But not all tiny-winged critters are termites. Ants and termites can look a lot alike and telling them apart can be [...]

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