Resources

Identify Your Pest

Pest Library

Visit our comprehensive pest library to learn more about the pests that plague property owners in New York.

Ask Our Entomologist

Need help identifying a pest you found in your kitchen? Have a question about an insect or how to treat your pest problem?  Ask Bill Clark, Thomas' ACE Certified Entomologist.

Helpful Links

Product Labels & MSDS

Learn more about the products Thomas uses to treat homes and businesses.

The Center for Disease Control And Prevention 

Learn more about the health risks associated with rabies, West Nile virus and the Zika virus as well as other disease and conditions that affect people throughout the world. 

Integrated Pest Management

Find out what Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is and why it's beneficial to implement IPM to control pests active in homes and businesses.

Cornell Cooperative Extension

The mission of CCE is to put knowledge to work in pursuit of economic vitality, ecological sustainability, and social well-being. They bring local experience and research-based solutions together, helping New York State families and communities thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Teachers & Kids

This website gives teachers and kids the opportunity to explore the wild and exotic world of bugs, arachnids and little critters.  

Articles

Ant Articles

Are Ants Actually Dangerous?

Ant Prevention Strategies For Schenectady Homeowners

Bat Articles

The Benefits Of Professional Bat Control

Bed Bug Articles

Bed Bug Tips

Preparing For A Bed Bug Heat Treatment

Signs Of Bed Bugs

Finding Bed Bugs

Travelers Guide To Bed Bugs

What To Do When DIY Bed Bug Control Fails

Dangers Of Bed Bugs To New York State Residents

Camel Cricket Articles

Are Camel Crickets As Dangerous As They Look?

Cockroach Articles

Negative Impact German Cockroaches Have On Local Restaurants

Why Cockroaches Never Go Away In Schenectady

Fly Articles

Are Flies Dangerous Inside The Home?

General Pest Articles

Year Round Vs. One Time Service

Mosquito Articles

Best Mosquito Prevention Practices

How To Mosquito-Proof Your Saratoga Home For Spring

Nuisance Pest Articles

What Are Camel Crickets?

Common Problems Camel Crickets Cause

Powderpost Beetle Articles

What Every Homeowner Needs To Know About Powderpost Beetles

Rodent Articles

Rodent Warning Signs

Do You Really Have To Protect Your Property From Rodents?

When Should I Be Worried About Rodents Around My New York Home?

Why Leave Rodent Infestations In Albany County Up To The Professionals At Thomas Pest Services

Spider Articles

How Spiders Get Inside New York Homes

Squirrel Articles

Common Squirrels Of Upstate New York

Stinging Insect Articles

How Much Damage Can Carpenter Bees Cause?

What Is A Cicada Killer?

Termite Articles

What Happens To Termites During The Winter?

Why Year-Round Prevention Is The Best Defense Against Termite Damage

Tick Articles

Why Ticks Are Dangerous To New York Residents And Pets

Wildlife Articles

Top 5 Places Where Bats Hide In Your Home

Wildlife Exclusion Tips For NY Homeowners

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