Not every stinging insect problem needs to end with extermination. Honey bee removals are one of County Pest’s specialties. When a colony establishes inside a wall, roofline, soffit, chimney, or other structural cavity, our goal is to remove the bees safely, address the hive material inside the structure, and give the colony a second chance. What makes County Pest different is that we don’t just remove honey bees — we’re beekeepers ourselves. County Pest maintains its own loc

After more than 30 years of protecting homes throughout the Lehigh Valley, County Pest has learned an important lesson about wildlife problems: The animal inside your home usually isn't the real problem. The opening that allowed it inside is. From bats slipping beneath rooflines to squirrels entering through damaged soffits, raccoons exploiting construction gaps, and mice traveling through openings barely larger than a pencil, wildlife problems almost always begin with a weak

Know your enemy. Respect the hole in the ground. And please make sure it isn't a honey bee before reaching for the spray. After treating more than 1,000 wasp and hornet nests across the Lehigh Valley, we've learned one thing very clearly: late summer is when these colonies mean business. By August, many social wasp colonies are reaching their largest populations of the season. Nests that started with a single queen in spring have spent months producing workers, expanding the

Over the past several weeks, the County Pest wildlife team has inspected more than 25 homes throughout the Lehigh Valley for bat activity. Different houses. Different neighborhoods. Different construction styles. But we kept seeing many of the same things. The biggest lesson? Bat problems rarely begin as major problems. They usually start with one small opening, a few bats, and a little guano in an attic or behind a piece of flashing. Give them enough time, however, and that

There is a difference between a company that works locally and one that is truly local. At County Pest, the Lehigh Valley isn’t just another service area. It’s our home. Our owners live here. Our office is here. Our technicians live, shop, raise families, and support the same communities as the customers we serve. When you call County Pest, you’re working with a local team that has been solving pest problems in the Lehigh Valley since 1994. A Mission That Started With Dave Ba

Every summer, the Lehigh Valley faces the same uninvited guest. As temperatures climb and humidity settles in across Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Emmaus, and the surrounding communities, mosquitoes return and they bring more than itchy welts. West Nile Virus is endemic to our region. It turns up here most years, and Lehigh County has been part of Pennsylvania's mosquito surveillance and control program since 2000, when West Nile was first detected in the state. The Lehigh Co

Summer in Pennsylvania is beautiful, but it also brings a major increase in pest activity around homes. Warm weather, higher humidity, thick vegetation, outdoor food, and longer days all create ideal conditions for insects and rodents to become more active. At County Pest Control, we believe the best pest control starts with understanding why pests are showing up in the first place. A good summer pest prevention plan focuses on three things: reducing food sources, sealing ent

Every spring and early summer, County Pest receives calls from homeowners across the Lehigh Valley who suddenly discover what looks like a “cloud” of bees hanging from a tree branch, fence post, mailbox, or even the side of a home. While it can definitely be alarming at first glance, a honey bee swarm is actually one of the most natural and important parts of a colony’s life cycle. At County Pest, we believe education is just as important as treatment. Understanding what a sw

Why It Matters to Hire a Pest Control Company That Employs Certified and Licensed Operators Not all pest problems are actually pest problems. Sometimes, what looks like a simple nuisance is really a symptom of a much larger issue inside the home. That is exactly why it matters who you hire. Recently, we worked with a client who had been dealing with tiny flies throughout her home for two years . She had already hired other pest control companies, and each time she was sold th

Termites are one of the most stressful pests a homeowner can deal with, mostly because they are so easy to miss in the beginning. Unlike ants or spiders, termites usually stay hidden. By the time you notice something unusual, they may have already been active for a while. That does not mean every strange mark or damaged piece of wood is termites, but it does mean it is worth paying attention when something seems off. A few of the most common warning signs include mud tubes al

In the Lehigh Valley, a lot of homes share the same story: older cape or colonial a past mouse problem in the attic “We had someone bait and trap them a few years ago, it’s fine now” Then winter hits and the house still feels drafty, the heat runs nonstop, and there’s ice sitting along the edge of the roof. You pop your head into the attic and see insulation everywhere and assume it’s not the problem. The science says otherwise. The Fisher (1984) Study: What Happened When Mic

All-In-One Provider. What does that actually mean? It means one phone call, one company, and one trusted partner to handle everything connected to pests, wildlife, and the problems they create in your home or business. A locally rooted pest control company with more than 30 years of experience in the Lehigh Valley? Check ✓ Honey bee cut-outs that are safely rescued and relocated to our privately operated apiary instead of destroyed? Check ✓ Thorough termite inspections and pr

Every fall and winter, homeowners across the Lehigh Valley start noticing something that feels backward. As temperatures drop, pests that should be disappearing suddenly show up indoors. Stink bugs on windows. Spiders in basements. Lady beetles in bedrooms. Mice in kitchens. Scratching in walls. It feels like they’re coming in because of the cold. In reality, most of them were already there. Diapause: How Insects Survive Winter Many insects survive cold weather using a biolo

What Flying Squirrels Are Really Telling You About Your Home At County Pest Control , we see a lot of unusual things during home inspections. But few signs stop homeowners in their tracks quite like this: A single nut… sitting in the middle of a chair. To most people, it feels almost funny. Maybe even harmless. To us, it’s a very specific red flag. Because flying squirrels don’t leave calling cards unless they feel completely at home. Flying Squirrels Don’t Think Like Other

The Same Values That Built Our Reputation. Smarter Tools That Protect Your Home Today. Rodent problems aren’t new. And the companies that homeowners trust most usually aren’t new either. At County Pest Control , we’ve built our reputation the same way generations of pest professionals did—by being honest, thorough, and dependable. It’s the reason so many families say we’re the company their parents and grandparents trusted . What’s changed is the technology behind the work .

If you’re dealing with recurring pest issues, ants every spring, mice every fall, or spiders year-round, there’s a good chance the real problem isn’t the treatment. It’s exclusion . At its core, exclusion is the process of physically preventing pests from entering a structure . Without it, even the best products only manage symptoms, not the cause. At County Pest Control , we take a science-based Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach, and exclusion is always the foundatio

If your home feels drafty in winter, struggles to stay cool in summer, or your energy bills keep climbing, insulation is often the missing piece. Many homes throughout Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton still rely on insulation installed decades ago, long before today’s energy standards, building science, and health considerations. At County Pest’s CleanStart Insulation Division , we specialize in inspecting, removing, and upgrading insulation the right way, focusing on comfor

Why Insulation Matters Insulation works by reducing heat flow between your living spaces and the outdoors. In colder months, it keeps warm air inside. In summer, it keeps hot air out. With proper insulation, your HVAC system doesn’t have to work as hard, reducing wear and lowering monthly utility costs. A widely referenced guidance from the U.S. Department of Energy shows properly insulating your home can significantly reduce heating and cooling expenses over time by 30% .

🦌✨ Guess Who's Coming to Town!! ✨🦌 Join the community for Emmaus Old-Fashioned Christmas and visit the live reindeer on display in the heart of town. County Pest is honored to sponsor this attraction and help bring a little extra holiday magic to the evening. Bring the kids, grab a warm drink, and enjoy the atmosphere as the town gets ready for the tree lighting at 7 PM. 📅 Friday, December 6th 📍 Downtown Emmaus 🎄 Tree lighting at 7 PM We’re excited to support an event th

When was the last time your business had a true pest control check-up — not just a quick spray-and-go service? County Pest now offers free commercial pest audits throughout the Lehigh Valley to help business owners understand exactly where they stand. Whether you’re evaluating your current pest control provider or want to ensure your facility meets health and safety standards, our inspection process gives you a clear, detailed picture of your property’s protection level. 🔍