Pest Control Blog
Expert tips, guides, and insights for homeowners across Pocono Mountains & Lehigh Valley, PA from the L&L Pest Control team.
Stink Bug Season in the Pocono Mountains
Every fall, brown marmorated stink bugs invade Pocono Mountain homes by the hundreds. Learn how to seal them out, when to call a professional, and why vacation homes are especially vulnerable.
Read More →Spotted Lanternfly in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is ground zero for spotted lanternfly in the U.S. Learn how this invasive pest spreads, what it means for your Pocono or Lehigh Valley property, and how professional treatment can protect your trees.
Read More →Mice in Pocono Vacation Homes
Seasonal vacancy is a mouse magnet. Learn the entry points mice exploit in vacation homes, signs of infestation to check on arrival, and the exclusion steps that keep them out for good.
Read More →Deer Ticks & Lyme Disease in the Poconos
Monroe County is in PA's Lyme disease high-risk belt. L&L's tick barrier treatments cover Monroe, Pike, Wayne & Carbon counties. Deer tick nymphs peak May–August — contact us for a free estimate.
Read More →Airbnb & Vacation Rental Pest Control
One bad pest review can tank your Pocono Airbnb's bookings. Learn how STR hosts use proactive pest management programs to protect their rental income and guest reviews.
Read More →Carpenter Ants in the Pocono Mountains
Carpenter ants are the most destructive structural pest in the Pocono Mountains. High moisture, wooded lots, and timber construction create ideal conditions. Here's how to stop them.
Read More →Pest Control in Stroudsburg & East Stroudsburg
Stroudsburg and East Stroudsburg homeowners face unique pest pressures from the Pocono Mountains climate — dense woods, high humidity, and older housing stock. Learn which pests are most active in Monroe County and how to protect your home year-round.
Read More →Hornets & Wasps in the Pocono Mountains
The Pocono Mountains' forested environment makes it prime habitat for yellow jackets, bald-faced hornets, and paper wasps. Learn to identify the stinging insects on your Poconos property, understand the risks, and know when to call a professional.
Read More →Monroe County Termite Inspection Guide
Eastern subterranean termites are active throughout Monroe County — and Pocono Mountain homes with wooded lots and high soil moisture are especially vulnerable. Learn the signs of termite damage, when to schedule an inspection, and what treatment looks like in the Poconos.
Read More →What Do Fleas Look Like? A PA Guide
Fleas are tiny — but knowing exactly what they look like is the first step to stopping an infestation. Pennsylvania homeowners deal with cat fleas, dog fleas, and sticktight fleas. Here's how to identify them, spot the signs of an infestation, and know when to call a professional.
Read More →Do Cockroaches Bite? A Pennsylvania Guide
Cockroaches can technically bite — but it's far from their most dangerous trait. Pennsylvania residents share their homes with several cockroach species, each posing distinct health risks beyond biting. Here's the truth about cockroach bites, what they look like, and why roaches are dangerous even when they're not biting.
Read More →Are Mice Dangerous? Pocono Homeowner Guide
Yes — mice are genuinely dangerous, far beyond the nuisance of chewed wires and contaminated food. Pennsylvania homeowners face real health risks from mouse infestations, including hantavirus, Lyme disease transmission, and salmonella. Here's what you need to know.
Read More →Types of Wasps in Pennsylvania: A Guide
Pennsylvania is home to dozens of wasp species — from the common yellow jacket to the massive cicada killer. Knowing which wasp is on your property determines how dangerous it is, whether it's aggressive, and what control approach will actually work. Here's a complete guide for PA homeowners.
Read More →Cockroach vs Water Bug in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania residents frequently confuse American cockroaches with "water bugs" — and the mix-up matters for pest control. Here's how to tell the difference, which species you're dealing with in PA, and why the distinction affects how you treat the problem.
Read More →Mosquito Control for Pocono Mountain Properties
Pocono lakefronts and wooded properties face heavy mosquito pressure all summer. L&L's seasonal barrier spray covers Monroe, Pike, Wayne & Carbon counties. Contact us for a free estimate.
Read More →How Much Does Pest Control Cost in Monroe County, PA?
Pest control pricing in Monroe County and the Pocono Mountains varies by pest type, property size, and treatment method. Here is what to expect for common services — and what drives cost differences between companies.
Read More →Bed Bug Treatment for Pocono Vacation Rentals
Bed bugs are an increasing concern for Pocono Mountain vacation rental owners. Learn how they spread through STR properties, what to do if a guest reports them, and how to protect your rental income with early detection programs.
Read More →Rodent Control in Allentown, PA
Rats and mice are a persistent problem in Allentown — from Hamilton Street row homes to the Lehigh River corridor. Learn why older housing stock and downtown restaurant density drives rodent pressure, and how professional exclusion stops infestations for good.
Read More →Pest Control in Bethlehem, PA
From the historic Steel district to West Bethlehem and the South Side row homes, Bethlehem homeowners face distinct pest challenges. German cockroaches, ants in historic structures, and seasonal stink bugs are a year-round reality in Northampton County.
Read More →Termite Treatment in the Lehigh Valley, PA
Eastern subterranean termites are active throughout Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton — and the Lehigh Valley's older wood-frame homes are especially vulnerable. Learn the signs of termite activity, spring swarming season, and the difference between liquid barrier and bait systems.
Read More →Bed Bugs in the Lehigh Valley, PA
Bed bugs are a growing problem in Lehigh Valley apartments, college rentals, and hotels. From DeSales and Moravian University housing to multi-family buildings in Allentown and Bethlehem, here's what you need to know about heat treatment vs. chemical control.
Read More →Pest Control in Easton, PA
Easton faces unique pest pressures from the Delaware River waterfront, historic downtown housing, and the wooded areas around the river trail system. Here's what Northampton County residents need to know about rodents, cockroaches, ants, and tick exposure near Easton.
Read More →Cockroach Exterminator in Allentown, PA
German cockroach infestations in Allentown apartments are among the most persistent pest problems in Lehigh County. Cedar Beach, Old Allentown, and West End neighborhoods face multi-unit building challenges that basic sprays can't solve. Here's what actually works.
Read More →Tick Control in Northampton County, PA
Northampton County has some of Pennsylvania's highest Lyme disease risk — with the Appalachian Trail corridor, Jacobsburg State Park, Lehigh Gap, and the Delaware Canal all hosting dense deer tick populations. Here's what residents need to know about professional yard barrier treatments.
Read More →Stink Bug Season in the Poconos: What Monroe County Homeowners Need to Know
Monroe County stink bug invasions peak between late September and mid-October — thousands can enter a single home in hours. Here's what actually works to stop them and when to treat.
Read More →Pest Control for Pocono Vacation Rentals: A Guide for Airbnb and VRBO Hosts
A single pest complaint from a guest can tank your Airbnb rating. Here's how Pocono vacation rental hosts can protect their properties, respond to pest complaints professionally, and keep cabins pest-free between guest stays.
Read More →Carpenter Ants in Pocono Log Cabins and Wood-Frame Homes
Carpenter ants are the #1 pest call across Monroe and Pike counties — and log cabins are especially vulnerable. Learn how infestations start, how to spot them early, and what treatment actually eliminates the colony.
Read More →Spotted Lanternfly in Monroe County: What Pocono Homeowners Can Do
Spotted lanternfly is now established throughout Monroe County and the Pocono Mountains. Here's what the infestation means for your trees, what treatments work, and what Pennsylvania requires of property owners.
Read More →Winter Pest Control for Pocono Cabins: Protecting Empty Properties in the Off-Season
Pocono cabins left empty in winter face serious pest threats — mice can establish nesting in weeks, carpenter ants overwinter in wall voids, and wildlife exploits any structural gap. Here's how to protect your property when you're not there.
Read More →Wildlife Removal in the Poconos: Raccoons, Squirrels, and Groundhogs in Monroe County Homes
Raccoons, squirrels, and groundhogs regularly invade Pocono homes and cabins — and wildlife removal requires a different approach than standard pest control. Here's what to know about Pocono wildlife conflicts and how they're resolved.
Read More →Pest Control for Pocono Vacation Rentals: What Airbnb & VRBO Hosts Need to Know
Running a vacation rental in the Poconos means staying ahead of bed bugs, stink bugs, and rodents. Here's a practical guide for Airbnb and VRBO hosts in Monroe, Pike, and Wayne counties.
Read More →Raccoons, Squirrels & Skunks: Your Pocono Wildlife Removal Guide
Wildlife intrusions are a fact of life in the Pocono Mountains. Here's what Monroe, Pike, and Wayne County homeowners need to know about raccoons, squirrels, skunks, and groundhogs.
Read More →Mosquito Control for Pocono Lake Properties: What Actually Works
Lakefront properties at Lake Wallenpaupack, Pocono Lake, and Lake Harmony face intense mosquito pressure. Here's what works, what doesn't, and how to protect your outdoor spaces.
Read More →Termite Signs in Pocono Mountain Homes: What to Check Before Every Season
Eastern subterranean termites are active throughout Monroe, Pike, and Carbon counties. Here's how to check your Pocono home for signs of termite activity before the season begins.
Read More →The Pocono Stink Bug Prevention Guide: How to Keep Thousands Out This Fall
Monroe County stink bug invasions are among the worst in Pennsylvania. This guide walks Pocono homeowners through exactly how to prevent them — from the best treatment timing to DIY sealing.
Read More →Pest-Proofing Your Pocono Cabin Before Winter: The Complete Checklist
Closing your Pocono cabin for the season? Don't leave without pest-proofing it. This checklist covers rodents, wildlife, stink bugs, and more — so you return to a clean cabin in spring.
Read More →Keep Your Pocono Mountains & Lehigh Valley, PA Home Pest-Free
Your family deserves a home without pests. Get a free estimate from your local experts — family-friendly treatments, honest pricing, and we stand behind our work.