Freedom Pest Control's Newsletter

Seasonal Trends. Pest of the Month. Wildlife & Rodent Activity Updates.

Maybe you heard something in the attic, spotted a trail of insects, or noticed a hole in the trim. Whatever it is, you don’t have to figure it out on your own. We’re here to take a look and help solve the problem.

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November 2026 Newsletter

As cooler nights settle in, many homeowners start hearing scratching and scurrying overhead. This month we’re covering how to recognize signs of mice, why flying squirrels may be the culprit behind nighttime attic noise, how to reduce winter rat activity outside your home, and a simple noise log that helps pinpoint the source. Plus, answers to the most common ceiling-noise questions we hear.

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September 2026 Newsletter

Stink bugs, lady beetles, cluster flies, and western conifer seed bugs are often called fall invaders. They usually are not reproducing inside the home. Instead, they gather on warm, sunny exterior walls and slip through small openings to find a protected place for winter.

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August 2026 Newsletter

August is when several pest and wildlife issues that have been developing quietly all summer suddenly become much easier to notice. Wasp and hornet colonies are now large, busy, and highly protective. At the same time, young bats are becoming strong flyers and maternity colonies are beginning to disperse, which can lead to more bat sightings around homes.

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July 2026 Newsletter

Many of you have probably heard about the recent wastewater releases into the Merrimack River following the sewer line failure in Haverhill. It has certainly been one of the biggest local stories this summer, and naturally we've started receiving questions about whether events like this can increase insect activity.

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June 2026 Newsletter

As we move into June, tick activity is picking up across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. This month we're breaking down the three tick species every New England homeowner should know, covering birds nesting in exterior vents, and sharing an update on rat population activity in the region. Plus, answers to the most common tick questions we hear from homeowners.

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May 2026 Newsletter

As we move into the spring season, one of the most common calls we receive involves carpenter ants. Many homeowners assume the ants are simply "coming in from outside" — but in reality, carpenter ants are often trying to tell us something important about the condition of the home.

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April 2026 Newsletter

This month, we're keeping a close eye on termites — the moisture left behind from this winter's heavy snowfall is creating ideal conditions for activity around foundations and structural wood. Tick season is also starting earlier than expected, grey squirrels are actively seeking nesting spots in homes, and rat pressure continues to run higher in larger cities across our service area.

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