New England Pest Control

The eastern subterranean termite is the most common termite in Rhode Island. They are small wood destroying insects that feed on cellulose materials, especially wood and paper. The danger from termites comes from their ability to damage a structure. It is estimated that termites cause over $5 billion of damage each year in the United States. Termite damage is often confused with rotting wood. Carefully inspect any damaged wood that you find around your home for termites. Also, look for mud tubes that the termites create to travel through.

Carpenter ants are a large species of ant that is very common in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. They nest in wood and in large numbers they can cause significant structural damage. Carpenter ant workers are about 1/8 to 1/2 an inch long, depending on which specific species you are dealing with. They can be all red, all black, or a combination of red and black. Carpenter ants in the house are often those large black ants you see wandering about. Carpenter ants do not spread diseases or infections; however, they can still be dangerous.

The Oriental cockroach is a large cockroach species that can be found in the Northeast. They are found in high humidity areas of your home or business, such as basements, sink areas, bathrooms, and in washing machines. Because of their attraction to moist areas they are commonly called water bugs. The Oriental cockroach is a large cockroach species that can grow up to one inch in length, and are a shiny dark brown color. The female of this species has a wide body with short wings, while the male's body is narrower and has longer wings; however, neither the female nor male are able to fly.

In addition to his knowledge of the New York Yankees, Tony DeJesus knows everything about pest control (well almost everything)! He is a nationally recognized expert in the field of structural pest management and can answer just about any question you might have. Tony has been the keynote speaker at numerous pest control conferences around the country and is a much sought-after speaker in the community. Tony also conducts his own training programs for the Rhode Island Department of Health and Division of Agriculture.

Mosquitoes and ticks are a common pest problem for property owners in New England, especially from May through October. Not only are these biting insects considered nuisance pests when they infest our backyards, but they are also a threat to our health as well. Mosquitoes are vectors of many serious diseases, including Eastern Equine Encephalitis and the deadly West Nile Virus, while ticks in our region are frequently linked to the spread of Lyme disease. At Big Blue Bug Solutions we understand how much New England residents enjoy spending time in their backyard gardening, throwing around a football and barbecuing with family and friends.

At Big Blue Bug Solutions, we have been a leader in the Rhode Island pest control industry since 1935, and we are now proud to offer residential customers a new product that will take care of insect infestations, effectively insulate your home and help you save money on energy bills all at once! Whether you're replacing old insulation, adding extra insulation to your existing home, or insulating a brand new home, consider pest control insulation from Big Blue Bug Solutions. The pest control insulation from Big Blue Bug Solutions is a natural fiber, borate insulation that effectively controls unwanted pests like cockroaches, termites, silverfish, ants, and it can even protect against insects that may enter your attic or walls when mice or other rodents hide their food.

Big Blue Bug Solutions can solve all of your nuisance wildlife problems with our top-notch service. Since each situation is unique, we create your program based on your specific needs. They range from live trapping to exclusions and from catch-and-release programs to simple habitat modification. All of our programs allow us to eradicate the problem, manage the damage and preserve natural resources. Rich Autieri leads our outstanding wildlife department. Rich started as a wildlife control specialist in 1993 and has grown into a regional leader in wildlife solutions, gaining a top-notch reputation throughout both the pest and wildlife industry.

Not too long ago, bed bugs appeared to be eradicated from the United States. However, reports of bed bug infestations are on the rise and have become a major pest problem for homeowners in Providence and throughout Rhode Island as well as New England. Because of their small size and nocturnal activity, bed bugs remain elusive, only coming out from hiding to feed on the blood of humans. If you think bed bugs may have arrived on houseguests or come home with you as a vacation souvenir, Big Blue Bug Solutions can help.

For the most part, carpenter ants live in nests outside your home but make their way indoors in search of food, water and to set up satellite colonies. Whether you live in an older dwelling or a brand new home, carpenter ants can and will invade if the opportunity arises and may cause serious structural damages if left untreated. At Big Blue Bug Solutions, we know our carpenter ant treatments are so effective at eradicating infestations that we back our solution with a one-year carpenter ant warranty that can be renewed on a yearly basis and transferred to new owners should the home be sold!

Sure, we have a giant termite sitting on our Providence headquarters that has become a State Icon. However, we do still consider termites pests and highly destructive ones at that. Left untreated, termite infestations can lead to serious and extensive damages to the structure of your home or business as well as the wood by-products contained within. In fact, it is estimated that termites are responsible for billions of dollars in damage each year. These are damages that are often not covered under homeowners insurance policies.