Custom Pest Control

Custom Pest Control Responsive and Reliable Pest Control that is locally and family owned. Call, Email, or text us at 607 - 742 - 5716 Thomas and Brett R.
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Custom Pest Control is a family owned business started by Douglas J. Baker who each had a father that served their community in the field of pest control. Custom Pest Control was created to continue in this tradition and to provide folks with personal and affordable Pest Management. Douglas and Brett are cousins in a close family that know what our customers need and expect of us.

Whatever You Do… Don't Squish the Stink Bug. 🀒You found a stink bug crawling across the wall.Your first instinct might b...
09/07/2026

Whatever You Do… Don't Squish the Stink Bug. 🀒

You found a stink bug crawling across the wall.
Your first instinct might be to squish it.
We understand.
But there's a reason they're called stink bugs.

When they're crushed or disturbed, stink bugs can release a strong-smelling defensive odor. And once you've got that smell on your hands, furniture or walls, you may wish you'd reached for the vacuum instead.

Instead of squishing them, vacuum them up or carefully remove them. And if you're finding stink bugs inside your home on a regular basis, that's worth paying attention to.

The occasional stink bug isn't necessarily a big deal. But a steady stream of them can mean they're finding entry points into your home and settling in for the winter.

See one? Remove it.
See dozens? Find out how they're getting inside.
That's where Custom Pest Control can help.

Give us a call and we'll get one of our expert technicians to come take a look: 607-742-5716.

How Do Stink Bugs Get Inside Your House? πŸ€”They're small. Your house has cracks. That's pretty much the problem. 😬As stin...
09/04/2026

How Do Stink Bugs Get Inside Your House? πŸ€”

They're small. Your house has cracks. That's pretty much the problem. 😬

As stink bugs start looking for a warm place to shelter for the winter, they'll take advantage of surprisingly small openings around your home.

Common entry points include:
🐞 Gaps around windows and doors
🐞 Cracks around siding
🐞 Openings around utility pipes and wires
🐞 Attic vents
🐞 Gaps around the roofline
🐞 Damaged screens

Once they find an opening, they can make their way into wall voids, attics and other protected spaces.

And here's the frustrating part: you may not notice them until they start showing up inside.

If you're seeing stink bugs indoors, don't just deal with the ones you can see. The bigger question is: how are they getting in?

Why Are Stink Bugs Suddenly All Over Your House? πŸ™€If you've noticed stink bugs gathering on the sunny side of your house...
09/02/2026

Why Are Stink Bugs Suddenly All Over Your House? πŸ™€

If you've noticed stink bugs gathering on the sunny side of your house, you're not imagining it. πŸ‚πŸž

As summer starts winding down and temperatures cool off, stink bugs begin looking for warm, protected places to spend the colder months.

That means they often head toward the south- and west-facing sides of homes, where the afternoon sun warms the siding and other surfaces.

You might see them gathering around:
β€’ Windows
β€’ Doors
β€’ Eaves
β€’ Siding
β€’ Areas where the sun hits your home most directly

And if you're seeing a lot of them outside, there's a good chance they're looking for a way inside next.

Seeing a stink bug convention at your house? It may be time to take a closer look at how they're getting in.

What Pests Are You Seeing Right Now? πŸ”ŽLate August in the Finger Lakes means more than the last days of summer. It also m...
09/01/2026

What Pests Are You Seeing Right Now? πŸ”Ž

Late August in the Finger Lakes means more than the last days of summer. It also means pest season is in full swing. πŸ‘€

Around your home, you might be noticing:

🐝 Wasps & yellowjackets β€” Nests are active, and you may notice more of them around decks, patios, eaves and outdoor gatherings.

🐞 Ladybugs β€” Especially Asian lady beetles, which can become a bigger indoor nuisance when they start looking for places to shelter.

πŸͺ² Japanese beetles β€” Still making themselves very comfortable in gardens, landscaping and on plants.

πŸͺ³ Box elder bugs β€” You may start noticing these more as summer winds down and they begin preparing for cooler weather.

πŸͺ² Stink bugs β€” Another Finger Lakes favorite. They can start congregating around sunny sides of buildings before eventually finding their way inside.

πŸ•·οΈ Spiders β€” More webs around the house? That can be a sign that there are plenty of insects around for them to eat.

🐜 Ants β€” If you're still seeing them inside, there may be more going on than just a few crumbs on the counter.

And that's just the beginning.

What pests are you seeing around your home right now? Drop them in the comments β€” we'll tell you what they might mean and whether they're something you should be concerned about.

Because knowing what you're seeing is the first step to knowing what to do about it.

You might think that late summer means the pests are gone... but trust us, they're not. In fact, it's not uncommon to se...
08/31/2026

You might think that late summer means the pests are gone... but trust us, they're not. In fact, it's not uncommon to see an uptick (no pun intended) of insect and pest activity. Late summer is prime time for yellowjackets and other stinging insects.

Have a pest problem on your property? Give us a call. We'll gladly "relocate" those pesky critters for you!

πŸ“±Call 607-742-5716

πŸ“š Back-to-school means busy schedules.The last thing anyone wants is to come home to ants in the kitchen or wasps around...
08/25/2026

πŸ“š Back-to-school means busy schedules.

The last thing anyone wants is to come home to ants in the kitchen or wasps around the front door.

If you've been putting off pest control this summer, now is a great time to get ahead of fall pests.

πŸ“± Give us a call to discuss your concerns with one of our experts or to get on our schedule for your fall spray: 607-742-5716

Late summer means... spiders. πŸ•·οΈAs insects become more active outdoors, spiders follow the food.A few easy ways to reduc...
08/18/2026

Late summer means... spiders. πŸ•·οΈ

As insects become more active outdoors, spiders follow the food.

A few easy ways to reduce activity around your home:

β€’ Keep porch lights off when possible
β€’ Remove webs regularly
β€’ Trim bushes away from the house
β€’ Seal gaps around windows and doors

Sometimes a few simple steps make a big difference.

Being a local, family-owned business means more than having a local address.It means supporting our communities, knowing...
08/14/2026

Being a local, family-owned business means more than having a local address.

It means supporting our communities, knowing our customers by name, and taking pride in every job we complete.

Thank you for allowing us to continue serving the Finger Lakes for more than 15 years. We truly appreciate your trust.

🐜 Pest MythMYTH: If you only see one ant, you don't have a problem.FACT: Ants rarely travel alone. The one you see is us...
08/10/2026

🐜 Pest Myth

MYTH: If you only see one ant, you don't have a problem.

FACT: Ants rarely travel alone. The one you see is usually part of a much larger colony.

If you're seeing ants regularly inside your home, it's worth finding out where they're coming from before the colony grows.

🐝 Ever wonder what happens when bees move into your walls?This photo shows one of our technicians carefully treating a b...
08/07/2026

🐝 Ever wonder what happens when bees move into your walls?

This photo shows one of our technicians carefully treating a bee colony that's built a nest inside the wall of a home.

First, we locate where the bees are entering from outside and determine where the colony is likely hiding. In this case, the bees had built their hive inside the wall cavity, where they're protected from the weather.

Using specialized equipment, our technician makes a small, targeted access point and applies treatment directly into the wall where the colony is located. This allows us to reach the bees without opening up large sections of drywall or causing unnecessary damage.

Once the colony has been eliminated, we recommend removing the honeycomb whenever possible and sealing the entry point. If the comb is left behind, it can attract other insects - or even a new swarm of bees looking for a ready-made home.

🐝 The goal isn't just to get rid of the bees you see - it's to solve the problem at its source so they don't come back.

If you've noticed bees consistently entering the same spot on your home, don't ignore it. It could be a sign there's a colony hidden inside the wall.

Address

125 Millard Street
Dundee, NY
14837

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16077425716

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