Men in Black Pest Control Services Inc.

09/13/2026

Today is Grandparents Day but it's also the Bears' first game of the season! For us, those two things were impossible to separate because two grandparents in our family happened to be some of the biggest Bears fans around: Linda ("Grams") & Ray ("G Pop") 💙🧡

Though no longer with us, it feels like the perfect day to honor their memories because grandparents are often some of your biggest & best cheerleaders. That's how these two were at least - whether it was something small like a dance recital or something bigger like your graduation, they would always be there.

Tiny but mighty, Grams never missed an opportunity to celebrate LOUDLY for the people she cared about & we mean that literally. 😂She'd show her love through things like calling on your birthday to sing "Happy Birthday" loudly & off key through the phone every year & cheer on the sidelines of a high school football game as far as her voice could carry. On Bears game days, she'd coach the team through the tv & yell "GO BEARSSSSSSS!" like she was there. We still hear her voice while watching them play.

G-Pop, who we recently lost, was always there to show his support & was also a HUGE sports fan in general. At his house, there was always a game on & a conversation to be had because he could talk to you about anything (dad jokes & random facts were at the ready!) His smile was contagious too when you spoke to him - always willing to make a goofy face & corny joke just to hear his granddaughter laugh. He had this gift that always made you feel right at home no matter who you are, where you were or how you felt.

To all the grandparents out there, thank you for always showing up & loving loudly. If you're anything like ours, we love & appreciate you more than we can even tell you. To the grandkids out there like us, make sure your grandparents feel that love today.

To our fellow Bears fans, we hope you enjoy the game today! On behalf of Grams & G Pop, GOOOOOO BEAAAAAARRRRRRRRSSSSSSS! 🐻🏈

09/11/2026

Today we pause.

We remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

We honor the first responders who ran toward danger.

We hold space for the families who still carry that day with them.

In the years since, the greatest tribute we can offer is how we treat one another — with kindness, courage, and the quiet strength of community.

We will never forget.

09/11/2026

Well, we NEVER thought we would make this post... but here we are!
Anyone who knows us is well aware that we will NEVER recommend a business unless they are exceptional and go above and beyond... but...BUT... a DENTIST? WTH?!! No, this is NOT a joke.. (and BONUS! They have $100 referral program!... more on that later!)

We have built a business by treating our customers like family, you are not just another number. Doc Trent, Erica, Valentina and Kayla at Celebrity Smiles follow that same thinking https://www.facebook.com/YourCelebritySmile

From the moment you call, you will get Kayla. Shes going to answer your questions, listen to your concerns and help you out like you are talking to a friend you need help from over a coffee. Whatever it is, she'll get you started

Once you get to the office, you're going to be greeted by a staff that absolutely LOVES what they do, and they do it well! Doesnt matter if you are just going into visit Valentina to get a cleaning (man she is THOROUGH!) or you're going for the dynamic duo of Doc Trent and Erica for something more serious, you have a staff that genuinely care about you

You tell me, when is the last time you actually enjoyed going to a DENTIST!? They do one heck of a job to make your visit as enjoyable as possible. Smh... still cant believe we're saying that, but its true!

BONUS! (and 100% disclosure) They have an awesome referral program! Go, and once you do, you will want to refer family and friends. They give you AND the person you refer $100 off!
Now, we have already told them we will NOT be taking the $100 off, they would be treating us free for life!

But! You can be our "referral!" Just tell Kayla that "Jason from Men In Black sent me" and Ill bet you get the $100 off bonus!

Enjoyable... going to see a Dentist... whodathunkit??! 🤦‍♂️🤣

Welcome to Celebrity Smiles! 🌟 With 30+ years of creating award-winning smiles, we offer personalized care & advanced technology in a comfortable, relaxed setting. Enjoy gentle treatment, state-of-the-art diagnostics, & a warm atmosphere. Call us today!

09/10/2026

If your ankles have been getting eaten alive lately, you're not imagining it! Biting flies - stable flies, horse flies & deer flies - are out in full force across Chicago & the suburbs right now! 🪰

They usually show up in late summer & early fall, especially near yards with standing water, mulch, or livestock/wildlife activity nearby. Bites often occur most around the ankles but many will aim for any exposed skin.

Stable fly bites tend to look like a small, red bump with a sharp sting, while horse fly & deer fly bites are usually larger, more painful welts that can bleed slightly since these flies actually cut the skin to feed. Deer fly bites in particular can stay swollen & itchy for a few days. If a bite gets increasingly red, swollen, or doesn't heal after a day or two, it's worth keeping an eye on.

Repellent won't do much here unfortunately, especially against horse & deer flies, which is why the IDPH recommends pairing it with a few other habits: steering clear of areas where these flies tend to hang out, avoiding being outside during early morning & late afternoon, & wearing heavy duty, light colored clothing (long sleeves, long pants, hats, etc) when you can.

Anyone else being driven crazy by these guys? Drop a 🙋 if you've been bitten too.

If you're dealing with an infestation of flies on your property, give us a call & we'll take a look for anything that may be attracting them.

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🎥Video via NBC Chicago & Evrod Cassimy

09/09/2026

Orb weavers like this one are one of the most common sights around homes this time of year. 🕷🕸️

They're most active in September & October, spinning webs near porch lights, doorways & garages where insects gather at night. Harmless to people for the most part, but a sign that there's plenty of bug activity nearby for them to snack on.

If you're seeing more webs than usual around your home, give us a call or send us an email - our team can inspect & treat to keep them outside where they belong.

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09/07/2026

We just want to take a minute to give a heartfelt thank you to the people who do the work & keep small businesses like ours running. Thank you to our techs in the field, our office staff who keeps everything afloat & to you, the people of the community who have trusted us to take care of your home for all of these years.

Without these incredible people that make it possible, there is no Men In Black. For that reason, our office is closed today & our team is home with their families, just like we hope you are with yours.

We'll be back tomorrow, ready to take care of your home the way we always do. Happy Labor Day from our family to yours!

09/03/2026

Looking for something to do this Labor Day weekend? Naperville Last Fling IS THE PLACE TO BE😎🌭

We've had the honor of sponsoring Last Fling in years past, & it's always held a special place in our hearts. What people don't always realize is that this entire event, four days of music, food & family fun, is put on ENTIRELY BY VOLUNTEERS. Nobody pays the Naperville Jaycees to give up their summer & put this together. They do it because they love their community, & over the years it's raised millions for local causes, including some of the very parks & playgrounds you might walk past downtown!

As a local, family business, we know what it means to pour your heart into something for the people around you & your community. That's exactly what the Jaycees do, & we've never stopped admiring it.

This year, they put together something for everyone so support some of our favorite neighborhood do-gooders this weekend & enjoy:
🎡 Carnival rides all weekend
🎸 Live music with 80s & 90s tribute bands all weekend
🍔 Food, drinks & the b**r garden (funnel cake calories aren't real)
🧱 Lego building for the kids on Sun & Mon
🎱 Senior bingo for the not kids on Sat morning
🍝 Spaghetti eating contest for the pasta fans on Sat
🕺 Riverwalk Breaks breakdancing competition if you have the music in you on Sat, 4-7pm - cash prizes for youth & adult winners 💸
🦎 Dave DiNasso's Traveling World of Reptiles for the kids that like lizards on Sat & Sun
🎉 Labor Day Parade on Mon, 10am

Come out, have some fun, & support a good cause while you're at it!

09/02/2026

Summer isn't over in Lisle just because the calendar flipped to September. We're approaching another stretch of 90ish degree days this week, with heat index values climbing over 100. That's well above what's typical for early September around here, & the pests have definitely noticed.🌞

Hot, humid weather keeps insect metabolisms high. They eat more, stay active longer & keep looking for food, water & cooler hiding spots. In our area, that shows up in a few specific ways.

🐝 Yellow jackets & wasps are at their worst. Late summer is when colonies are biggest & outdoor food is harder to find. That's why they get extra aggressive around decks, trash cans & Labor Day cookouts. They're after protein, sugar & water so your burgers, soda can & dripping hose all look like a buffet to these guys.

🐜 Ants head for moisture. When the ground dries out & the air stays hot, pavement ants & odorous house ants push toward kitchens, bathrooms & leaky pipes. A few scouts on the counter now often means a larger colony nearby.

🐭 Mice start scouting indoors. Extreme heat makes the outdoors less comfortable. Rodents look for cooler, damper spots (basements, garages, gaps around foundations) earlier than people expect when days stay this warm.

Quick things you can do to keep them away from your cookout this week:
-Use a lid or straw on drinks (a big reason for stings is a wasp crawling into a can unseen)
-Set food out in shorter windows instead of leaving it out all afternoon
-Skip strong perfumes & scented sunscreen since they can draw wasps in like food does
-Keep trash & cans in a lidded bin away from the eating area
-Set out a decoy, like a small bowl of sugar water, a little ways off from the table
-If you've already spotted a nest nearby, get it handled before guests arrive rather than during the party

Enjoy the extra summer while we've got it. If the heat brought extra company with it, Men in Black Pest Control is happy to make sure you stay pest free while keeping cool. 😎

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08/24/2026

Beef prices have been brutal lately, so when we see a deal like this we want to pass it along.

Jewel has ground beef at $4/lb through tomorrow, limit 2 lbs. If they're sold out, ask for a rain check instead of leaving without it.

Just trying to make things a little easier out there. 🖤

08/19/2026

We've been getting a lot of calls about them lately, so we wanted to share a few tips to help keep your deck wasp free this season 🐝

-Avoid heavily scented products when spending time outside.

-Light colored/plain/muted clothing tends to attract less attention than floral patterns.

-A fan on the deck can also help since they have a hard time flying in a strong breeze. An oscillating or box fan pointing towards you is one of the cheapest & easiest options that works great for this & also helps disperse the scent that is drawing them to you.

-Stay calm if one approaches since fast movement triggers their defensive instincts. They don't smell fear but they can smell when another one in the area is distressed

-Check for early nest activity since they're most active now. Wasps often build in eaves, deck corners & under railings, & catching a nest when it's small (golf ball size or less) is much easier & safer to deal with than waiting. Recently we found a nest this size & it's a good example of what to look out for!

-Keep food & sugary drinks covered when eating outside. Wasps are drawn to protein in early summer & sugar later in the season, so covered cups & sealed containers go a long way.

-Empty standing water & rinse out recycling. Sugary residue in cans & bottles is a big draw, & they'll also visit water sources on hot days.

-Seal small gaps around siding, soffits & utility lines. Wasps look for tight, protected spaces to start a nest, so closing those off early can prevent one from forming in the first place.

-Getting chased instead of just visited? There may be a nest nearby you haven't found yet. Bald faced hornets especially will patrol around their nest & go after anything they see as a threat, deck-sitters included!

-If you do spot a nest, don't try to knock it down or spray it yourself, especially if it's already established. Disturbing it can trigger a defensive swarm. It's best to have it removed professionally.

Seeing wasps but can't find the nest? Give us a call - Men In Black would be happy to locate it & treat! 🏡

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