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Ring in 2026 pest free! As you prepare for New Year's celebrations, make it a resolution to protect your home from unwanted guests. Start the year right by scheduling a routine inspection with a local pro. https://t.co/VkqJfQSoRz #NewYearsEve

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Cockroaches are winter survival experts! They can live for a month without food, a week without water, and even survive a week without their heads. https://t.co/r6vygKalR5 #Cockroaches

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Think your home is sealed tight? Think again. Mice can squeeze through openings the size of a dime, and rats can fit through holes as small as a quarter. If you can fit a pencil through a gap, a mouse can get through! https://t.co/GQUrlajqGv #Rodents

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Nothing ruins holiday baking faster than discovering pantry pests in your flour! Keep Indian meal moths and saw-toothed grain beetles out of your ingredients by using airtight containers and checking packages before use. https://t.co/18RktoSvip #PantryPests

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Hosting this holiday season? Keep pests off the guest list! Seal cracks and gaps, clean thoroughly, store food properly, and take out trash regularly to address any potential pest problems before company arrives. https://t.co/m0LMuXopaz

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Winter is officially here, and contrary to popular belief, many pests don't hibernate! As pests look to move indoors for warmth and food, protect your home with proper pest-proofing techniques all season long. https://t.co/Pbrrapy2KB #WinterSolstice

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Heading out for the holidays? Remember: bed bugs are expert hitchhikers! When you check into your hotel, inspect the mattress seams and headboard, keep luggage on a rack, and unpack directly into the washer when you get home. https://t.co/qoOElNtplB #BedBugs

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Winter pest-proofing 101: Seal cracks around windows and doors, declutter your attic and basement, store food in airtight containers, and eliminate moisture sources. Small steps now will keep your health & home protected all season! https://t.co/W8Vak8uQUa #WinterPestProofing

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Unpacking holiday décor? Inspect decorations for pests as you take them out of storage this season. After the holidays, swap cardboard boxes for sealable plastic bins to keep pests and rodents out of storage. https://t.co/TUbIVPPH46 #HolidayPestProofing

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Your home deserves the same care as your gingerbread house! This holiday season, check out our interactive "Pests in the House" tool to discover which rooms common household pests target most and how to keep them out. https://t.co/wVBzaTDXBb #GingerbreadHouseDay

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Damp bathrooms are a haven for silverfish! These moisture-loving pests thrive in humid spaces, so keep bathrooms well-ventilated, fix leaky pipes promptly, and reduce moisture to prevent infestations. https://t.co/7bsf1jaGGR #Silverfish

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Rodents are destructive pests. They can gnaw through wiring and create fire hazards, contaminate food, spread diseases like hantavirus and salmonellosis, and leave droppings that trigger allergies. Learn more: https://t.co/hqkVibMV5q #Rodents

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Your attic might be the perfect winter retreat for squirrels, raccoons, and other wildlife! Seal common entry points like vents and screens to keep wild animals out. https://t.co/jdejFpb976 #NuisanceWildlife

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Cozy fires are a holiday staple, but firewood can harbor hidden pests! Follow these prevention tips to keep pests like spiders and termites from hitchhiking into your home on firewood. https://t.co/k1SIigVRaa

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Is your city one of our buzziest of the year? #Chicago #NewYorkCity #Atlanta #PestOfTheYear

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You know you love them (just kidding)! Bed bugs were our buzziest pest on socials in 2025. #BedBugs #PestOfTheYear

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This National Cookie Day, learn how to keep pantry pests out of your holiday baking! Before whipping up your favorite cookies, sift through flour, sugar, and other ingredients to make sure pests didn’t sneak in. https://t.co/g7MrzpAPxY #NationalCookieDay

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Drumroll please … introducing our 2025 Pest of the Year! #Ticks #PestOfTheYear

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Cockroaches aren't just creepy — they're dangerous. These pests can contaminate food, spread bacteria, and trigger asthma and allergies. Keep your home clean and dry to minimize health risks this season. https://t.co/XnbOQy7yJw #Cockroaches

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'Tis the season to check for pests! Before bringing your holiday tree and wreaths indoors, inspect them carefully for spiders and other hitchhikers. A few minutes of prevention can save you from unwanted holiday guests. https://t.co/o6BY9oF0H1 #HolidayPestProofing