As spring arrives, many homeowners begin to notice large, buzzing bees hovering around their porches, decks, eaves, and wooden structures. These are often carpenter bees, and their increased activity in spring is no coincidence. This time of year marks the beginning of their life cycle—and a season of wood-boring and nest-building that can cause concern […]

Why Termites Swarm? (and what every homeowner should know before the next warm, rainy day) 1 | Swarming: Nature’s Way of Starting New Colonies A termite “swarm” is the marriage flight of a mature colony. Winged males and females (called alates or swarmers) leave the nest, pair up, shed their wings and try to establish a brand‑new

When the exterminator’s truck pulls into the driveway, many homeowners find themselves wondering: Do I actually have to pack up the family (and the dog) and head out, or can we just shut the bedroom door and keep streaming? The short answer is “it depends”—on the product being used, how it’s applied, who’s inside the home,

Why Am I Getting Cave Crickets in My House? If you’ve been noticing an abundance of strange, hopping insects in your basement, garage, or other damp areas of your home, there’s a good chance they’re cave crickets—also referred to as spider crickets or camel crickets. While they may look ominous with their long hind legs

Why Cave Crickets Are So Prevalent in the Spring in New Jersey If you live in New Jersey, you may have noticed that cave crickets—sometimes called camel crickets or spider crickets—seem to surge in numbers during the spring. These harmless yet somewhat startling insects favor the damp, dark corners of basements, garages, and cellars, emerging

Termites are small, social insects that are known for their wood-destroying habits, but one of the most fascinating behaviors they exhibit is swarming. Swarming is a natural part of the termite life cycle and serves an essential purpose for the survival and expansion of termite colonies. But why exactly do termites swarm? Let’s explore this

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Action Termite and Pest Control Expands Service Offering to Include Animal Control Services Throughout Turnersville, NJ and Southwest New Jersey Turnersville, NJ — March 17, 2025 — Action Termite and Pest Control, a trusted leader in pest management for over 50 years, is proud to announce the launch of its new Animal

As the days get warmer and trees begin to bloom, homeowners may notice an uptick in squirrel activity—particularly inside and around their homes. While squirrels are a common sight year-round, their springtime behavior can be especially energetic and intrusive. If you’ve ever wondered why these bushy-tailed rodents seem to invade attics, chimneys, and walls this