Newton Pest Library: Common Massachusetts Pests and Solutions
Your Guide to Identifying and Understanding Local Pests
Learn about the pests that commonly invade Newton homes and how to protect your property. Our pest library provides identification tips, behavior insights, and professional solutions for Massachusetts homeowners.
Ants: Identification, Behavior & Solutions
Common Types in Newton:
- Pavement ants: Small, brown ants that nest under driveways and foundations
- Carpenter ants: Large, black ants that damage wood structures
- Odorous house ants: Small ants that smell when crushed
Why They Invade: Ants enter homes seeking food and water, particularly in spring and summer. Carpenter ants target moist or damaged wood.
Solutions: Eliminate food sources, seal entry points, and apply barrier treatments. Carpenter ant infestations require professional treatment to locate and eliminate colonies.
Termites: Warning Signs & Damage Risks
Warning Signs:
- Mud tubes on foundation walls
- Discarded wings near windows
- Hollow-sounding wood
- Sagging floors or ceilings
Damage Risks: Termites cause billions in property damage annually. Massachusetts subterranean termites work silently, often going undetected until significant damage occurs.
Solutions: Annual inspections detect activity early. Treatment options include liquid termiticides, bait systems, and monitoring stations.
Rodents: Mice & Rats in Newton Homes
Common Species:
- House mice: Small, gray rodents that squeeze through dime-sized openings
- Norway rats: Large, burrowing rats that live in basements
- Roof rats: Agile climbers that nest in attics
Health Risks: Rodents spread diseases, contaminate food, and damage wiring and insulation.
Solutions: Comprehensive exclusion seals entry points. Trapping and baiting eliminate active populations. Ongoing monitoring prevents re-infestation.
Bed Bugs: How They Spread & What to Do
How They Spread: Bed bugs hitchhike on luggage, clothing, and furniture. They hide in mattress seams, bed frames, and baseboards.
Signs of Infestation:
- Small blood spots on sheets
- Tiny dark fecal stains on mattresses
- Shed skins or live bugs
- Bite marks in linear patterns
Solutions: Professional treatment required. Heat treatments or chemical applications eliminate all life stages.
Spiders: Harmless vs. Harmful
Common Harmless Spiders:
- House spiders: Build cobwebs in corners
- Cellar spiders: Long-legged spiders in basements
- Jumping spiders: Small, active hunters
Potentially Harmful: Black widow spiders occasionally found in Massachusetts. Identifiable by red hourglass marking.
Solutions: Regular cleaning removes webs. Exterior treatments prevent entry.
Wasps & Hornets: Removal Safety Tips
Common Types:
- Paper wasps: Build umbrella-shaped nests
- Yellow jackets: Ground-nesting or wall-nesting aggressive wasps
- Bald-faced hornets: Large aerial nests in trees
Safety Concerns: Stings cause allergic reactions. Never attempt removal yourself.
Solutions: Professional removal ensures complete nest elimination and prevents recolonization.
Roaches: Why You Keep Seeing Them
Why They Persist: Roaches breed rapidly, hide in wall voids, and survive on minimal food and water.
Common Types:
- German cockroaches: Small, light brown, kitchen invaders
- American cockroaches: Large, reddish-brown, basement dwellers
Solutions: Eliminate moisture, seal cracks, remove food debris. Professional treatment targets harborage areas and breeding sites.
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Supporting Massachusetts Communities Through Local Sponsorship
At Newton Pest Control, we believe strong communities are built on local partnerships and mutual support. As a locally owned and operated business serving Newton, Brookline, Waltham, Watertown, Needham, Wellesley, and surrounding MetroWest communities, we’re committed to giving back to the neighborhoods that have welcomed us since 2022.
We’re proud to sponsor local youth sports teams, school events, neighborhood associations, and community initiatives throughout the Greater Boston area. From Little League teams to school fundraisers, local festivals to neighborhood clean-up days, Newton Pest Control stands ready to support the people and organizations that make our communities thrive.
Support Local, Support Community
When you choose Newton Pest Control, you’re not just getting professional pest management—you’re supporting a local business that reinvests in the community. Every service call, every preventive maintenance plan, and every satisfied customer helps us continue our mission of protecting homes while strengthening the neighborhoods we serve.
Here’s what choosing local means:
✓ Personalized Service – We know the unique pest challenges of New England homes and businesses
✓ Fast Response Times – As a local company, we’re nearby when you need us most
✓ Community Investment – Your dollars stay local, supporting jobs, families, and community programs
✓ Trusted Relationships – We’re your neighbors, and our reputation is built on trust and results
✓ Local Expertise – We understand seasonal pest patterns specific to Greater Boston and MetroWest
From general pest control and rodent exclusion to bed bug treatment, termite protection, and wildlife management, Newton Pest Control delivers safe, reliable solutions backed by local knowledge and genuine care for our community.
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