A-One Exterminators | Keeping Your Home Bug-Free This Winter
Keeping Your Home Bug-Free This Winter Fewer pests are seen outside as it gets colder, so many equate that to no longer needing to do pest control. This isn’t the case, however. Though you don’t have to worry about some summer-faring insects or bugs, such as wasps, you do have to worry about insects like […]
Top Reasons Why Pests Infiltrate Homes
Nothing is more frustrating than watching a cockroach crawl on your kitchen floor while having no clue why it felt the need to infiltrate your home. Pest infestations—from flying insects to rodents—happen for many reasons. Some may be in your control, but others, like seasonal and weather changes, may require help from A-One Exterminators. Looking […]
The Trouble of Termites
Termites Are a Troubling Concern for Many Homeowners When thinking about the maintenance and upkeep of your property, ensuring that you don’t have termites is one of the most important steps to take. An infestation of termites can be an expensive problem to have because these pests can cause costly damage to your home’s structure. […]
The Risk of Wood Beetles
It is not uncommon to find bugs in your home from time to time. This is especially true in the warmer months when insects are breeding and rapidly becoming active. These intruders are not only unwanted, but they can also cause damage. The wood of your home, especially doors and frames, can be susceptible to […]
How Do You Know You Have Pests
Having pests is not fun. Pests try to enter your home year-round. Sometimes they are obvious and sometimes they are not. Here are some things to watch out for if you think you have a pest problem. Smells Pest infestations can cause your home to smell strange. The smell can come from droppings, rotten food […]
Oregon Pests to Watch Out for This Season
Rodents, insects, and other annoying pests are notoriously active during the spring and summer, but they can be just as intrusive in the fall. As the temperatures drop to signal the arrival of autumn, these pests don’t simply disappear – they find dry, covered spots to lay low and wait out the season. Unfortunately, your […]
Raccoons- Protecting Your Home
When it comes to your home, you want to protect it in every way possible. This includes the elements as well as insects and other critters that could damage your home and potentially lead to even larger issues. One unwanted pest that can often make its way to your doorstep is the racoon. Raccoons can […]
Common Pests That Can Bug You During an Oregon Summer
Summer is widely regarded as the best time of year, and most people enjoy spending long days outside picnicking, swimming, hiking, or simply lounging in the sun. However, warm temperatures not only bring us outside, and they cause many annoying, harmful pests to venture out, as well. This makes your loved ones constantly vulnerable to […]
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 […]
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 […]
