4 Signs Your Home Has a Termite Problem
Termite infestation results in an estimated $5 billion worth of property damage to homes every year. The most common termites in the PNW are the Western subterranean termites and damp wood termites. These pests can go undetected for long periods of time, with a colony of termites numbering several thousand within a five-year period and […]
What You Need to Know About Carpenter Bees
Oregon carpenter bees are frequently mistaken for bumblebees, and although they are highly unlikely to sting, they can do significant damage to exposed wooden structures on or near your home. The following information can help you determine if the bee hovering near your eaves is a carpenter bee or a bumblebee and what you can […]
5 Ways to Keep Spring Pests Away
After a long winter, everyone is happy to see spring make an appearance. Unfortunately, that includes pests. Many pests lie dormant in the winter and return to haunt homeowners in the spring, but we have a list of 5 ways to combat the return of these unwanted visitors. Spring Cleaning Yes, the first thing you […]
Signs Your Home Has a Mold Problem
With spring still a few months away, most people have not begun to think about allergies yet. It’s common to suffer from seasonal allergies like pollen and grass. The symptoms of these reactions usually don’t show up until March or April. Though the trees are not yet budding and the grass is still brown, families […]
8 Great Reasons to Hire an Exterminator
If you are experiencing any type of infestation, chances are you don’t need much persuading to hire an exterminator. The damage that insects and rodents cause and the diseases they carry are reason enough for most homeowners to call in professionals. Unfortunately, many homeowners allow infestations to get more out of control than they should […]
Keep Pests In The Cold This Winter
As winter descends on Oregon, so does the wet season. Whether it’s the fast-melting snow or the fog and rain, November to March presents an especially damp time of year in the Pacific Northwest. Though the mosquitoes of the summer aren’t as rampant, winter provides tempting conditions for many other types of pests to enter […]
Top Reasons to Hire an Exterminator for Rodent Problems
When it gets colder outside, Oregon homeowners often face the issue of mice and rats entering their houses looking for warm places to nest through the winter. Getting rid of these pests is a priority since they get into stored food, leave droppings around the house, and potentially carry disease. Often, homeowners try to solve […]
Protect Your Home From Mold and Fungus This Fall
Since there are more than 100,000 species of mold in the world, 1,000 of which are prevalent in the United States, it is no surprise that this catalyst of decomposition often finds its way into our homes. When you have a mold problem, it is not unlike an insect infestation, in that you must eradicate […]
Ensure the Health of Your Trees During National Tree Check Month
Throughout the United States, August is the time of year when the adults of the invasive Asian longhorn beetle (ALB) species begin to appear. To aid in protecting the health of our trees from this pest, experts encourage residents of Oregon to regularly examine their trees for evidence of the beetle and the damage it […]
Most Common Summer Pests in Oregon
The last thing you want to find in your summer garden in Southern Oregon is destroyed flowers and vegetables, and you definitely don’t want pests in your home during the hot weather. There are many types of insects and pests native to the Pacific Northwest that become more active in the summertime. At A-One Exterminators, […]
