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Social Media PostsDo your pest control technicians use their cell phones on the job? Most everyone has a cell phone these days, consider encouraging your technicians to capture photos and short video snippets of infestations they encounter on the job. Then share those shots on your social media pages. Pest professionals see things everyday that the average person does not have access to. For homeowners, seeing pictures of what a mud tunnel or termite tube look like in a home is extremely valuable and interesting. Incentivize your technicians to capture things like a bed bugs infestation, termite infestation, rodent and wildlife entryways into a home or other unusual yet valuable pest infestations. Other great visuals to share on social media are pictures of your wrapped trucks, your technicians on the job, your logo, customer service personnel and more. Continue to add your custom visuals to our monthly posts and watch your social media engagement take off.

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#PestTipTuesday: Are you beginning to put away your holiday decorations? When storing décor after the holidays, it is important to use durable, sealed containers. Pests can easily chew through cardboard boxes or plastic bags.

It’s not too late to make your #NewYearsResolutions. Resolve to have a healthier home in 2017! Call <Company Name> today to set up a pest protection plan for the New Year!

Don’t forget to check for signs of pests when you return your holiday decorations to the attic or basement. If you see something that concerns you call <<company name>> today!

#FunFactFriday: #Rodents are capable of chewing through wood, drywall and even electrical wiring. Keep your home safe by inspecting on a regular basis for signs of rodents.

Address #bedbug with a pest professional at the first sign of an infestation, they are not going away on their own. In fact, bed bugs have been a household pest problem for more than 3,300 years.

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JANUARY 2017 It may only be a few weeks into the true #winter season, but it is a good time to double check any pest proofing done in the fall. Heavy rain, snow, high winds and hail can all damage your home and make it easier for pests, like rodents, to enter.

(January 9th) Today is National “Clean Off Your Desk Day”. Cleaning off your desk can not only help you to get your bills and files in order it can actually help you keep pests away. Pests love clutter, eliminating it can help to keep your home pest-free.

#PestTipTuesday: Bay leaves have a very pungent odor. Did you know that adding a bay leaf to your container of rice or flour can actually deter some pantry pests?

#DidYouKnow that one of the most serious illness caused by mice is salmonella? Salmonella is spread through contact with mouse excrement especially from eating contaminated food.

Occasional invaders, like crickets, can cause damage in your home. #DidYouKnow that crickets will feed on certain fabrics like wool, cotton and silk?

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Social MediaPOSTSJANUARY 2017Spiders can really rock! #Didyouknow that some male spiders

pluck their cobwebs like a guitar, to attract female spiders?

Some common household pests like cockroaches and mice can trigger indoor #allergies. Call <Company Name> today if you suspect you have a problem.

(January 19th) Today is “Cheese Lover’s Day.” We all know that old story of mice loving cheese, but that is not the only food mice will eat. Mice are omnivores and almost any crumbs or scraps left out will encourage an infestation.

Having pets is a wonderful thing, but beware, some things we do as pet owners can encourage pests. Leaving pet food out all day can lead to problems with a variety of pests including roaches and mice.

#PestTipTuesday: Check your pet-food when you bring it home. Pantry pests, like Indian Meal Moths, have been known to hitchhike a ride into homes in pet food.

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JANUARY 2017 The first tip in keeping pantry pests out of your home is inspection. Even high quality food may contain pantry pests so it is best to inspect food (such as cereal, flour and rice) as soon as you bring it home.

If you find pantry pests in the food you bring home from the grocery store do not put it in your kitchen garbage, throw the whole container away in an outside receptacle immediately.

To avoid #pantrypests it is important to be a fastidious cleaner. Home infestations of pantry pests can maintain themselves on even very small spills in the crevices of cupboards and drawers. Make sure to clean your pantry carefully. Using both a vacuum as well as a sponge will help to ensure that the crevices in your cabinets are clean.

To avoid pests, the best way to store open pantry products for a long time is to remove them from their original packaging and place them in either a plastic or glass container with an air tight lid.

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Social MediaPOSTSJANUARY 2017If you store firewood near your home ensure that it is at least

20 feet from your foundation. Leaving wood close to your home can attract a number of pests including #termites.

(January 21st) Today is “Squirrel Appreciation Day.” Whether you are enthralled by their acrobatic antics or annoyed by them we can all agree that squirrels do not belong inside the house. To help keep squirrels out of the attic keep trees trimmed and check the area where utilities enter the house. If you suspect they have invaded your home call <Company Name> to remove them and perform exclusion work to ensure they don’t return.

Make sure the place where you store your dry goods is not too humid. Keeping storage areas dry is imperative when discouraging #pantrypests. Pantry pests develop best in moist areas.

If you have #pantrypests this is not a good time to try DIY chemical solutions. Because pantry pests are found around food, getting rid of them by using chemicals found at your local hardware store is strongly discouraged. Instead call <Company Name> to help rid your home of these pests.

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JANUARY 2017 (January 27th) Today is “International Have Fun at Work Day.” If you are not having fun at work, consider joining our team. We offer competitive salaries and give you the opportunity to work with a wonderful group of people.

#FunFactFriday: There are a lot of termites in the world. The weight of all the termites in the world outweighs the weight of all humans 10 to 1!

#Mice can be a year-round problem but #DidYouKnow that mice most frequently enter people’s homes between the months of October and February?

If you are planning a winter getaway be sure to inspect your hotel or motel room for signs of bed bugs: Slide back the sheets and with a flashlight search for small blood or pepper-like markings on the bedding, bug casings or live bugs. Keep in mind that adult bed bugs are about the size of an apple seed. While they are visible to the eye they may be difficult to detect.

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Social MediaPOSTSJANUARY 2017When planning your next winter escape ensure that your

hotel or motel hasn’t been affected by bed bugs. Two popular consumer reporting sites are: BedBugRegistry.com and TripAdvisor.com

Never treat firewood with pesticides. If you notice pests on your firewood, do not use over the counter chemicals. When your firewood is burned these chemicals can permeate the air posing serious problems. Instead, if you are having pest issues call <Company Name> for help.

Inspect your firewood before you bring it inside. Firewood stacks are notorious for harboring both insects and rodents.

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#DidYouKnow that #rodents are capable of chewing through wood, cinderblock, drywall and wiring?

When returning your holiday decorations to the attic or basement check for pest damage. If you see something call <Company Name> today.

Strong winds, snow and other extreme weather can create vulnerabilities in your home that pests love to capitalize on.

#DidYouKnow #bedbugs have been a household pest issue for more than 3,300 years?

Even if you pest-proofed your home this fall, it is important to re-inspect possible pest entryways throughout the winter.

Cockroach and mice infestations are common indoor #allergy and #asthma triggers. Call <Company Name> today if you suspect a problem.

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Social MediaPOSTSJANUARY 2017#Didyouknow that adding a Bay Leaf to pantry products like

rice and flour can deter some pests?

#Didyouknow that crickets will eat wool, cotton and silk?

Salmonella can be spread through contact with mouse excrement, especially from eating contaminated food.

#DidYouKnow some male spiders pluck their cobwebs like a guitar, to attract female spiders?

80% of the Earth’s animals are insects. If you have an issue with insects in your home, <Company Name> can help!

Having pets is a wonderful thing, but watch out. Leaving pet food out all day can lead to problems with a variety of pests.

To avoid #pantrypests clean with both a vacuum as well as a sponge and make sure that your cabinets are kept clean.

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JANUARY 2017 #DidYouKnow #pantrypests love to find opened packages of food that are stored for long periods of time.

Plastic bags are often not a sufficient deterrent for pantry pests.

Check your next hotel for #bedbug outbreaks on BedBugRegistry.com or TripAdvisor.com.

If you have #pantrypests do not try DIY chemical solutions. Call <Company Name> instead for a safe way to remove the problem.

(January 21st) Today is “Squirrel Appreciation Day.” You may appreciate them but keep them out of your home by keeping trees trimmed away from the roof.

Cut down on #pantrypests by making sure your food storage area is not too humid.

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Social MediaPOSTSJANUARY 2017Today is “International Have Fun at Work Day.” If you don’t

enjoy your job, consider joining our team. Visit us at <Website Address>

#DidYouKnow the weight of all the termites in the world outweighs the weight of all humans 10 to 1!

#DidYouKnow that October thru February is the most common time for #mice to enter homes and offices?

Changing your bedding weekly and inspecting for signs of bugs is a great way to catch a #bedbug problem early. If you suspect a problem call us today!

If your #NewYearResolution is to have a healthier home call <Company Name> to set up a pest protection plan today.

Never treat firewood with pesticides from big-box stores. Instead call <Company Name> for a safe alternative.

Inspect your firewood before it comes inside. Firewood stacks are notorious for harboring both insects and rodents.

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#DidYouKnow that rodents can use roof vents and chimneys as potential entryways?

#DidYouKnow that mice can produce an average of 70 fecal pellets each day?

#DidYouKnow rodents can spread diseases to humans indirectly, through #fleas and #ticks that have fed on infected rodents?

#PestTipTuesday: Keep shrubs trimmed away from your home. Rodents can use them as a bridge into your house.

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New Year’s Resolutions for a Pest-Free Home

The Importance of the Winter Pest Treatment

2017 Pest Outlook for Your Region

Cure Your Winter Pest Woes

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