Termites: an Introduction
Termites are small insects, about the same size as ants, that feed on dead plant material and – unfortunately – the wood in your home! Americans spend about $5 billion ever year on termite treatments, and repairing the damage termites do. They infest all kinds of structures, particularly older homes, often entering through obscure places […]
Can Fleas Really Survive in the Wintertime? Oh, Yes They Can!
People assume that fleas can’t be a problem in the winter because it’s cold, but the truth is, fleas can survive all year round inside your home; they can go months without a meal! Fleas can live in the cracks of your wood floors, or even under the carpet, but what’s worse – they can […]
A Brief History of Pest Extermination!
The term “pesticide” has been given a bad rap. In actuality, the dictionary meaning of the term is – any substance that is used to control pests. “Insecticide” may be more accurate, but it’s a broad term that includes “herbicides” that are used to control both unwanted plants. Most people think that a pesticide is […]
What Kind of Pesticide are You Going to Use On My House? Is It Safe?
People have a negative reaction to the word “pesticide,” and if you went through WWII, you might have a reason for it. Today, however, the most important thing you need to know about pesticides is that the ones that are harmful to humans, pets, and plants have been banned for at least 20 to 40 […]
We Use Only Environmentally Safe & Effective Pest Control Products!
We’ve been serving Southern Oregon for over 30 years, and we’re dedicated to the health and environmental safety of our clients. We are as committed to our customer’s satisfaction as we are to using the smallest and safest amount of pest control product possible! We not only treat your pest problem, we go further to […]
Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite – Your Home or Business!
The recent spike of bed bugs in the news has prompted a lot of anxiety and worry among many. Whether you own a home, a bed-and-breakfast, or a chain of hotels – bed bugs are never a welcome guest! The increase in travel at all levels, coupled with a change in the pesticides and insecticides […]
Just Because You Don’t See Them Doesn’t Mean They’re Not There – Set Up Preventative Measures!
Winter is the time of year when people like to move indoors; and pests like to move with us! When you’re comfortable, bugs are comfortable. Our best advice is this: set up preventative measures now. Here are some suggestions that will truly curtail invasions next summer. If you don’t have the time or equipment to […]
Don’t Cancel Your Pest Control Services Just Because It’s Winter!
Just because there’s a chill in the air or some snow on the ground, don’t imagine for a moment that bugs and critters magically disappear during the winter months! No, they don’t hibernate, conveniently waiting for nice warm weather to start invading your home and property again. Believe it or not, we’ve gotten calls mid-winter, […]
So You Have Ear-What’s?
Earwigs are common around our area here in Oregon, and look more alarming than they actually are. Still, finding a colony of them under your sink is an unpleasant surprise. These bugs are fairly large, about ¾’s of an inch long, and they have large pincers on the end of their abdomen. Apparently, the […]
6 Inexpensive Ways To Keep Your Home Pest-Free This Winter!
Unfortunately, rats, squirrels and mice get cold in the winter too, and this is when they are most likely to break into homes through cracks and crevices so tiny it seems impossible they would fit through, but they do! They carry all sorts of nasty diseases, plus – they can chew straight through wallboards, electrical […]
