The Lone Star Tick And Alpha-Gal Syndrome In New Jersey

What Is the Lone Star Tick The lone star tick gets its name from a single white dot. This marking appears only on adult females. Males display scattered light markings instead of one dot. Historically, this tick was common in southern states. Warmer winters and expanding deer populations have pushed its range northward. Today, it … Read more

Why Ants Suddenly Appear in New Jersey Homes in Spring

Cold weather forces many insects to stay hidden in soil, trees, or outdoor nests. As temperatures rise in spring, ants become active again and begin searching for food sources and water. Worker ants leave the nest to feed the colony. Their job is to locate food, bring it back, and help the colony survive. Once … Read more

Dan “The Bug Man” Latini on the Intrepidus Podcast

If you’ve lived in New Jersey long enough to have seen a Jersey winter, you already know the drill: in an instant the temperature plummets and you’re suddenly hearing the sound of scratching in the walls, the rustling of noises coming from the attic, or the mess some critter is making in the garage. Dan … Read more

Dan “the Bug Man” Latini Named Emerging Young Professional of 2025 by the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce

Dan Can Home Services is proud to share that owner Dan Latini was honored as the Emerging Young Professional of 2025 by the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce (GTRCC). The evening captured what makes Dan—and this community—special: service before sales, hard work, and genuine care for people. A Night of Family, Community, and Gratitude … Read more

Rodent Control for Commercial Tenants: What to Do When Neighbors Attract Pests

When neighbors are careless with trash or a landlord doesn’t maintain the property, rodents can quickly spread throughout the entire building. One damaged door, a cracked foundation, or open utility line can become a pest highway, allowing rodents to move freely between units. For tenants, this creates an unfair challenge. You might keep your own … Read more

NJ Pest Control Licensing and Why It Matters to You

My Licenses (And What They Mean for You) Business License #92157BThis means Dan Can Home Services is officially certified by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to operate as a pest control business. We’re not just out here winging it. We’re recognized by the state—and held accountable. Responsible Certified Applicator: Dan Latini – … Read more

How Passion and Pride Power Dan Can Home Services

Dan Latini, better known in the community as Dan the Bug Man, recently joined Lisa Mazzuca on the Shop Jersey Shore podcast to talk about how he turned a career pivot into a successful, values-driven pest control business serving the businesses and residents of New Jersey. If you’re a homeowner tired of battling ants, a … Read more