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Foxes Go Under the Shed in Martinsville, NJ

Foxes Go Under the Shed in Martinsville, NJ

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Foxes Go Under the Shed in Martinsville, NJ Foxes Go Under the Shed in Martinsville, NJ

One day, this homeowner was cleaning out his shed to get ready for the summer. As he was cleaning it out, he saw a fox stick its head out from under his shed and then go back underneath it! He immediately went inside and called Little Rascals Nuisance Wildlife Removal for help. Once we arrived and examined the shed, we found the main burrow that the fox was using to go underneath the shed.

First, we dug a 12 inch deep trench and then installed hardware cloth around the entire perimeter of shed. The hardware cloth is installed 12 inches deep and 12 inches out from the bottom of the shed. This creates a sturdy "L shaped" perimeter that will prevent foxes, and other nuisance wildlife, from digging and nesting underneath the shed. Afterward, we cut a portion of the hardware cloth that was over the main burrow, installed a one-way device directly over it, and set up several baited devices nearby. The one-way device allows the fox to safely leave the shed, but prevent it from getting back in.

Once we retrieve the fox, we're going to relocate it to a new, humane location, fill in the burrow, and install another piece of hardware cloth over the opening. 

Beginnings of a Paper Wasp Nest Found in the Attic in Martinsville, NJ

Beginnings of a Paper Wasp Nest Found in the Attic in Martinsville, NJ

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Beginnings of a Paper Wasp Nest Found in the Attic in Martinsville, NJ Beginnings of a Paper Wasp Nest Found in the Attic in Martinsville, NJ

During a startup treatment service for a new Home Protection Plan customer in Martinsville, NJ, we found a small but active paper wasps nest attached to the gable vent in the attic. Paper wasps are semi-social stinging insects that usually have brown bodies with yellow or reddish markings and received their name from the paper-like material out of which they make their nests. A sting from a paper wasp can be extremely painful and can cause allergic reactions in some people.

As we took a closer look, we noticed that there was a hole in the gable vent. Over time the gable vents get weathered and pests, as well as nuisance wildlife, take advantage of these openings and infest homes. For treatment, we grabbed our extendable pole, attached an aerosol product to it, and injected it into the nest. This treatment rapidly neutralizes the paper wasps. Moments later, we removed the nest, disposed of it, and applied a residual application to the area to prevent the paper wasps from returning and rebuilding their nest.

Although we offered to replace the gable vent for the homeowner, she mentioned that she will install it on her own at a later date. 

Encapsulating a Hot & Messy Dirt Floor Crawl Space in Martinsville, NJ

Encapsulating a Hot & Messy Dirt Floor Crawl Space in Martinsville, NJ

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Encapsulating a Hot & Messy Dirt Floor Crawl Space in Martinsville, NJ Encapsulating a Hot & Messy Dirt Floor Crawl Space in Martinsville, NJ

We were sent out to a home in Martinsville, NJ to encapsulate the owner's crawl space. As we began inspecting the area, we noticed that the crawl space was extremely humid and had a dirt floor. The major issue with floor crawl spaces is that they attract and absorb moisture. Once the dirt dries it causes humidity levels to rise dramatically and can cause mold growth.

First, we removed all the debris in the crawl space, leveled the ground for proper draining, and installed a drainage matting. A drainage matting is a dimpled plastic mat that allows all excess moisture to work its way over to the newly installed SmartSump™ Crawl Space Sump Pump. The SmartSump™ Crawl Space Sump Pump combines an intelligent WaterWatch® alarm system with a sump pump that's specifically designed for crawl spaces. The lid and floor drain are specially designed to prevent collected water from evaporating back out into the crawl space. The WaterWatch® alarm will make the owner aware of crawl space water issues as soon as they begin. Any water from a plumbing leak or sump failure must first pass by the alarm and will then drain down into the sump.

Once that was finished we installed a vapor barrier, which is a heavy-duty, 20-mil 7-ply sandwich of high and low-density polyethylene with a polyester-cord reinforcement. Installing the vapor barrier over the foundation walls and floor will create a continuous air and moisture barrier. Also, the vapor barrier is extremely durable and is treated with an antimicrobial to prevent mold.

Lastly, to control the extremely high humidity levels, we installed a Sedona dehumidifier. This is a powerful, energy-efficient, commercial-grade dehumidifier that outperforms standard household dehumidifiers by as much as 10 times while using the same amount of energy to run.

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Here at Cowleys Pest Services we not only adhere to the highest pest control standards, our goal is to provide you with an excellent experience and service in Martinsville and nearby NJ.

From your first phone call through treatment and follow-up we at Cowleys Pest Services pledge to give you great customer service while fixing your pest problem.

Since 1991, we have been treating a wide variety of pests, bedbugs, insects and rodents -- just contact us to get more details on your home or building's issue. Take advantage of our expertise to get rid of unwanted pests or animals in your Martinsville, NJ home.

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At Cowleys Pest Services we also have pest control plans where we routinely inspect your home or building and apply needed solutions ahead of developing a recurring pest problem. Our pest service plans have different levels too, to best suit your needs that you can change over time if needed. From our Green Service Plan to our Platinum Service Plan, we'll keep your home pest-free.

Business & Home Pest Services We Offer in Martinsville:

  • Bedbug Extermination
  • Flea Control
  • Termite Control
  • Pest Control
  • Exterminators
  • Rodent Control
  • Ant, Beetle, Spider, Insect Control
  • Tick Control Services
  • Pest, Bird and Animal Control Services 
  • Attic Insulation Services
  • Gutter Guards
  • Crawl Space Encapsulation
  • Expertise and Technical Know-How to Fix Your Pest Problem
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  • Written Estimates and Inspections
Case Studies From Martinsville
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While we were servicing this property in Martinsville, NJ, we noticed an in ground yellow jackets nest in the outer perimeter of the mulch bed...
Lawn
A new customer in Martinsville, NJ called our office after noticing an increase in mosquitoes around her home. Before beginning our treatment, we...
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I was dispatched to handle an ant infestation in one of our community associations in Martinsville, which is located within Bridgewater Township in...
Job Stories From Martinsville, NJ
Ants Nesting Right Behind the Kitchen Wall Socket in Martinsville, NJ

This customer in Martinsville, NJ, was having an ant infestation in her kitchen and had no idea where they were coming from! Frustrated, she called Cowleys for help and we were sent out. Once we arrived and located the ants in the kitchen, we followed their trail for a few moments. That's when we noticed that the ants were coming from one of the wall outlets above the kitchen counter!

For treatment, with the owner's permission, we removed the outlet cover and treated the area with a residual dusting application. We also treated the ant trails on the kitchen counter, and along the electrical box outside of the home, with a gel bait. Lastly, we treated the entire exterior of the home with a liquid residual. The worker ants will come in contact with any of these applications and bring them back to their nest. Once they do that, the worker ants will transfer the treatments to their queen and the other ants in their colony. 

In a short amount of time, the ants will be exterminated. 

Ants Nesting Right Behind the Kitchen Wall Socket in Martinsville, NJ - Photo 1Ants Nesting Right Behind the Kitchen Wall Socket in Martinsville, NJ - Photo 2
Excluding the Fox from Harboring Under the Shed in Martinsville, NJ

Recently, our Little Rascals Nuisance Wildlife Removal team went out to a home in Martinsville, NJ, to safely retrieve and relocate a fox that was harboring underneath the homeowners shed. 

First, to prevent the fox from continuously digging and harboring underneath the shed, we dug a 12 inch deep trench around the entire perimeter of the shed and then installed hardware cloth. The hardware cloth is installed 12 inches deep and 12 inches out from the bottom of the shed. This creates a sturdy "L shaped" perimeter that will prevent foxes, and other nuisance wildlife, from digging and nesting underneath the shed. Afterward, we cut a portion of the hardware cloth that was over the main burrow, installed a one-way device directly over it, and set up several baited devices nearby. The one-way device allows the fox to safely leave the shed, but prevent it from getting back in.

Once we retrieve the fox, we're going to relocate it to a new, humane location, fill in the burrow, and install another piece of hardware cloth over the opening. 

Excluding the Fox from Harboring Under the Shed in Martinsville, NJ - Photo 1Excluding the Fox from Harboring Under the Shed in Martinsville, NJ - Photo 2
Mice Using a Gap Around Utility Pipe to Invade Home in Martinsville, NJ

A new customer in Martinsville, NJ called our office after finding mice droppings in her home. After finding mice droppings in the basement, we inspected the exterior of the home and noticed a wide gap around one of the utility pipes. Upon closer inspection, we found more mice droppings by that area. This was how the mice were entering the home. 

First, we carefully cleaned up all the droppings and then installed several rodent bait stations throughout the basement and along the exterior of the home. Next, we stuffed the opening with chew-proof stainless steel mesh and sealed it in place with a waterproof adhesive. Rodents typically don't like chewing through metal because it's extremely uncomfortable for their teeth and gums.

The combination of the two materials makes for a great deterrent. We'll return for several follow-up visits to monitor the rodent infestation and replenish the bait stations as needed.

Mice Using a Gap Around Utility Pipe to Invade Home in Martinsville, NJ - Photo 1