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Pest Control

14Mar
A small mouse perched on a rusted metal bar, its ears perked up and whiskers visible—a subtle tell-tale sign of an infestation. The background is out of focus, creating a contrast that highlights the mouse.
4 Tell-Tale Signs of a Mouse Infestation

Winter is winding down, and spring is giving everyone the hope of warmer weather. As we spend the final days of the season finding ways to stay warm and dry with fuzzy blankets, cups of cocoa, and slippers, there’s another breed looking for the same creature comforts: mice. As mice and other rodents try to […]

25Feb
Close-up of a Hobo Spider with long legs on a metallic gray surface. The spider, with its patterned body, is positioned near the edge, casting a shadow on the metal. Keep an eye out for these fascinating creatures as they can often be found lurking in unexpected places.
Why You Should Keep an Eye out for Hobo Spiders

If, like most of us, you’re not a fan of big, hairy spiders, you’re sure to hate the hobo spider. It’s ugly and appears aggressive, but is a hobo spider bite dangerous? Read on to find answers to this and other questions you might have about this arachnid commonly found in the Pacific Northwest. How […]

22Feb
Close-up image of a carpet beetle on a textured surface composed of fibers and hairs, useful for identification. The beetle has a patterned brown and beige shell, with legs visible beneath its body, against a gray, fuzzy household background.
What Kind of Beetle is in My House?

If you’ve ever spotted a beetle in the house, you’re probably wondering how it got there. Knowing how to identify small beetles in your house can help you find the root cause of an infestation and prevent future encounters with these tiny but destructive pests. Carpet Beetles The carpet beetle is a common pest. Black […]

28Oct
Three wooden mousetraps with metal springs are strategically placed on a wooden floor near a wall, highlighting an effective pest control setup. A small black hole is visible in the wall behind the traps, adding to the scene's subtle tension. The soft indoor lighting casts gentle shadows, emphasizing the atmosphere.
Are You Making These Mistakes With Your Mouse Traps?

You keep setting mouse traps. You’ve read all the directions. You’ve used every type of bait you can think of—all variety of cheeses, peanut butter bait (both crunchy and creamy), catnip, snickers, ding-dongs, ho-hos, stove-top stuffing. But those crafty little critters either: You’ve just realized you’re running a self-serve mouse restaurant. It’s kind of like […]

27Jun
A close-up of a yellow jacket wasp with black stripes, perched on a weathered wooden surface. The wood's grain and texture are vividly visible, while sunlight casts shadows to accentuate the details of this little problem-solving insect.
Tips for Safely Solving a Wasp or Yellow Jacket Problem

All yellow jackets are wasps but not all wasps are yellow jackets. Yellow jackets are a small genus of the wasp family, and both can bring outdoor activities in your yard to an abrupt end. Wasps and yellow jackets can cause panic in even the bravest outdoor enthusiast. For those who already dislike the outdoors, […]

21Apr
A close-up of several carpenter ants on a piece of wood shows their dark, segmented bodies. One ant is moving toward a small hole, hinting at the possibility of an infestation in its wooden home.
Why Do I Have Carpenter Ants in My Home?

Carpenter ants are known for the damage they can inflict on wooden structure. Like termites, carpenter ants can destroy a house from the inside out. But unlike termites, carpenter ants don’t actually ingest the wood they are removing from a structure! So what attracts carpenter ants, if it’s not food? Carpenter ants seek wood as […]

12Mar
Close-up of a worn wooden surface revealing small brown bed bugs and dark specks, likely fecal matter. Dust accumulation is apparent, highlighting the urgent need for effective bed bug control amidst this infestation.
How to Handle Bed Bug Infestations

STEP 1: Contact a Professional Never try to tackle a bed bug infestation alone. Proper intervention demands a deep understanding of bed bug biology and behavior, and the pesticides that are most effective are only available to trained, licensed professionals. Applying pesticides without proper training can be ineffective at best and dangerous at worst. Contact […]

20Feb
Close-up of a black ant on a wooden surface, surrounded by small granules that appear to be sugar. The ant is in focus, highlighting its detailed body and legs, while the background is blurred. This scene captures a natural way to observe the behavior of sugar ants up close.
How Do You Get Rid of Sugar Ants Permanently

Sugar ants can seem like an endless plague, especially in the Pacific NW. It can be frustrating to understand where these tiny pests come from and what attracts them in the first place! Although a number of species are commonly known as “sugar ants,” odorous house ants are the common culprit. When crushed, these ants […]

11Feb
A cityscape features a cluster of tall buildings with a forested area in the foreground, where spring's vibrant colors hint at renewed life and pest control. In the background, a mountain with a snow-capped peak is visible under a clear blue sky during sunset.
Spring Pest Control in Western Washington: What You Need to Know

  There’s nothing quite like springtime in western Washington. After an often long rainy season, spring brings out the sunshine, flowers, and, yes, the bugs. With everything in full bloom, people who live in western Washington often feel like they’ve gone from not seeing any bugs to being unable to walk to their driveway without […]

5Feb
A raccoon gracefully walks along the top of a wooden fence with a lattice design. Outdoors, the background is slightly blurred, showcasing muted colors. Did you know that during raccoon mating season, these resourceful creatures become even more active in search of companions?
It’s Raccoon Mating Season — 5 Facts You Need To Know

1. Raccoon Mating Season Basics Raccoon mating season, also known as breeding season, typically spans from January to June, with the peak occurring in March and April. During this time, male raccoons are on the prowl, seeking out multiple female raccoons to mate with. After a successful mating, the female raccoon will undergo a 65-day […]