Quest Termite & Pest Management

06/04/2026

🪲 Tick Season 2026: What Pennsylvania Residents Need to Know

As tick activity continues to rise across Pennsylvania this season, researchers at the Pennsylvania Tick Research Lab are reminding residents to stay alert and take simple but important precautions when spending time outdoors.

According to recent findings highlighted by WHYY, ticks are not just a nuisance — they can carry multiple diseases including Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis, and other serious infections. One of the biggest concerns is how quickly transmission can occur, making prevention and early detection especially important.

Experts note that many tick encounters happen close to home — in backyards, during yard work, gardening, or while spending time with pets. That’s why routine tick checks after being outdoors are one of the most effective ways to reduce risk.

✔️ Check yourself, children, and pets after outdoor activity
✔️ Wear protective clothing when possible
✔️ Use EPA-approved tick repellents
✔️ Remove ticks promptly and safely if found

The Pennsylvania Tick Research Lab continues to provide valuable support through testing and identification services, helping residents better understand potential exposure risks.

With tick populations active across the state, awareness and prevention are more important than ever this season.

📞 Call us at 610-867-7378 to help protect you and your family from ticks this season and learn more about our prevention and treatment options.

Stay safe, stay alert, and enjoy the outdoors responsibly!

The director of Pennsylvania’s Tick Research Lab offers guidance on tick hotspots, emerging pathogens — and what to do if you’ve been bitten.

06/03/2026

🚲🌎 Happy World Bicycle Day!

Today is a great reminder to get outside, enjoy some fresh air, and explore your neighborhood on two wheels. Whether you're riding for exercise, transportation, or just for fun, bicycling is a fantastic way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable ride today! 🚴‍♂️☀️

Do you have a favorite local biking trail or route? Share it in the comments below! ⬇️

06/02/2026

🐝🔍 Check out this nest that our service technician, John, recently treated and removed for one of our one-time corrective service clients!

Stinging insect nests can grow surprisingly large before homeowners even realize they're there, especially when they're tucked away in hard-to-see areas around the home.

Take a close look at the second photo—can you spot where the insects were getting inside? 👀

Small openings and gaps around a home's exterior can provide the perfect entry point for wasps, bees, and other pests. That's why routine inspections can make a big difference in catching issues before they become major problems.

If you've noticed a wasp nest, bee activity, or any other stinging insects on your property, give us a call! We're happy to inspect the area and help determine the safest and most effective solution before the problem gets any bigger.

610-867-7378

06/01/2026

🕷️ Tick Season Is Here — And Lyme Disease Remains Pennsylvania's Biggest Threat

Recent reports have highlighted concerns about the Lone Star Tick and the illnesses it can carry, including alpha-gal syndrome (a red meat allergy). However, Pennsylvania health experts continue to stress that Lyme disease remains the most significant tick-borne threat across our state.

As tick populations continue to grow throughout Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic region, it's more important than ever to take preventive measures when spending time outdoors. Experts recommend:

✅ Wearing long sleeves and pants in wooded or grassy areas
✅ Using EPA-approved tick repellents
✅ Performing thorough tick checks after outdoor activities
✅ Checking pets regularly for ticks
✅ Removing attached ticks as soon as possible

At Quest Termite & Pest Management, we know that protecting your family starts outside the home. If you're noticing increased tick activity around your property, we're here to help identify risk areas and discuss treatment options.

📞610-867-7378 Give us a call today to learn how you can help reduce tick populations around your home and enjoy your outdoor spaces with greater peace of mind.

Experts in Pennsylvania warn Lyme disease continues to pose the greatest tick-related health risk despite growing attention on lone star ticks.

05/29/2026

Happy Friday! ☀️

Check out this photo of a Southern Yellow Jacket taken by our technician, Tom.

Southern yellow jackets are a type of wasp that are especially active in the warmer months and are known for building their nests in the ground or in wall voids around homes. They can become quite aggressive when their nest is disturbed, which is why professional treatment is often the safest way to handle an infestation.

Fun fact: unlike honeybees, yellow jackets can sting multiple times, making them even more of a concern when they’re nesting near high-traffic areas.

If you’re noticing increased wasp activity around your home, give us a call! 610-867-7378

Have a great weekend! 🐝

05/28/2026

Check out this photo of a bed bug from one of our recent bed bug treatments!

With the recent holiday weekend, we know many families were traveling — and unfortunately, bed bugs love to hitchhike rides and sometimes return home with you.

Bed bugs can easily travel home in luggage, clothing, backpacks, and other personal belongings after staying in hotels, vacation rentals, or visiting heavily traveled areas.

Some common signs of bed bug activity include:
🔎 Small reddish-brown bugs
🔎 Tiny dark spotting on sheets or mattresses
🔎 Bite marks on exposed skin
🔎 Activity around mattress seams, headboards, or furniture

If you suspect bed bug activity in your home, give us a call today at 📞 610-867-7378 for bed bug evaluations and treatments! We are happy to help protect your home and family.

05/27/2026

🐶☀️ Protect Your Pets This Tick Season ☀️🐶

As the weather warms up and we spend more time outdoors with our furry family members, ticks are becoming more active across Pennsylvania and beyond. Experts are warning pet owners about increasing tick activity and even newly emerging tick-borne illnesses affecting dogs this summer.

Ticks aren’t just found deep in the woods — they can also be hiding right in your own backyard, tall grass, leaf piles, and brushy areas. Veterinarians recommend:
✔️ Keeping pets on veterinarian-approved flea & tick prevention
✔️ Checking pets thoroughly after walks or outdoor play
✔️ Keeping grass trimmed and yards maintained
✔️ Removing ticks promptly if found

Remember, prevention is key when it comes to protecting both your pets and your family from tick-borne illnesses. If you’re noticing increased tick activity around your home, professional treatments can help reduce tick populations and create a safer outdoor environment for everyone.

📞 Contact us today at 610-867-7378 to learn more about our tick control services and how we can help protect your home and yard this season!

https://www.wfmz.com/features/life-lessons/protecting-fido-new-summer-tick-threats/article_81b87401-b547-4266-b2df-195431e10a6e.htm

As more pets and their owners head outdoors this summer, veterinarians say we’re also entering peak tick season, which runs from May through July.

05/27/2026

🎉 Tis the season for special events! 🎉

Graduations, weddings, holiday parties, cookouts, and summer gatherings are right around the corner — and no one wants their guests getting bitten up by mosquitoes while trying to enjoy the celebration! 🦟

Our Special Event Spray service is designed to help reduce mosquito activity around your property so you and your guests can enjoy more time outdoors comfortably.

Whether you are hosting a backyard graduation party, wedding reception, family barbecue, or summer celebration, we are here to help keep your outdoor space protected.

📞 Call us today at 610-867-7378 to learn more about our Special Event Spray service and help keep you and your guests protected this season!

05/27/2026

Carpenter bees have been one of the biggest complaints from our clients so far this year! 🐝

In this photo, you can see our technician, Tom, treating carpenter bee holes around a client’s home. Carpenter bees burrow directly into wood, creating perfectly round entrance holes that are commonly found on decks, railings, fascia boards, siding, sheds, and other exposed wood surfaces.

Once inside, the female carpenter bee excavates tunnels running along the wood grain. She then divides the tunnel into individual brood chambers where she deposits an egg along with a “food ball” made of pollen and nectar for the developing larvae. Each chamber is sealed off using regurgitated wood pulp. Once the eggs hatch, the larvae develop into adult bees inside the wood and eventually emerge later in the summer.

Because they bore directly into decks, siding, and exposed wood to nest, carpenter bees can cause structural damage over time if left untreated. They will also continue returning to the same holes year after year unless those areas are properly treated.

To ensure they do not continue damaging the property and deepening the holes, our technicians use a specialized dust product, which you can see being applied in this photo. Dusting carpenter bee holes is one of the most effective treatment methods because it targets both the active adult bees and the developing larvae inside the nest. It helps prevent bees from chewing their way back out and also deters future generations from returning to the same wood.

If you are noticing carpenter bee activity around your home, give us a call — we are happy to help protect your property! 🏡 610-867-7378

05/25/2026

If you have any questions, please reach out!! Ask for Chris.