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Quarterly Pest Control Services: Why homeowners in Ridgefield Choose the Home Protection Plan

Quarterly Maintenance in Ridgefield

Needing pest control support can really sneak up on you. It’s not something the average person has on their mind on a day-to-day basis. And why would they? Our to-do lists are filled with all sorts of things, from taking the kids to practice, home improvement projects, running to the store, and hopefully a little fun here and there. For most of us, pest control falls pretty low on the list of priorities — until it’s suddenly right at the top because you’re facing an infestation! Why quarterly pest control services? In short, it’ll make your long-term pest control experience much easier...

Pest Control in Portland, OR

Pest Control in Portland

Pests are an unfortunate reality for any homeowner, renter, or commercial property manager. Due to the temperate climate of Portland and its surrounding areas, a wide variety of potential pests — from mice and rats to bees, wasps, ants, and more — are incredibly common to experience, regardless of how clean you keep your premises. Aspen Pest Control, one of Portland and Southwest Washington’s most-trusted names in pest extermination, provides full-service, family- and pet-friendly services that are guaranteed to solve even the most persistent infestations. Aspen Pest Control: Portland’s...

Spider Extermination in Portland, OR

Spiders in Portland

Do spiders give you the heebie-jeebies? You are not alone. In fact, one-third of women and one-fourth of men in the US experience arachnophobia, the fear of spiders. That’s approximately ninety-five million people! Ironically, out of the estimated 3,000 spiders in the United States (there are some 35,000 types of spiders in the world), only one of the five hundred that reside in the Pacific Northwest (the black widow) is considered to be potentially fatal to humans, according to the Oregon Department of Agriculture. And yet, despite that fact, and despite the fact that spider bites are...

Stinging Insects In Portland

Wasps in Portland

Who’s harmful, who’s helpful, and how to protect your loved ones Though it’s a badge of honor here in the Pacific Northwest to remain as active as possible during the winters (Bike to work in the rain? Sure! Use an umbrella? NEVER!) we’re even more prideful about how beautiful our spring and summer seasons are. We’re hiking and biking and hitting farmer’s markets with a level of enthusiasm that few others can muster. In this lucky list of outdoor activities we all love to partake in is the backyard barbecue. Yard games, cold drinks, and everyone brings a dish to pass — we’re excited just...

Carpenter Ant Extermination in Portland: Everything Portland needs to know about carpenter ants, and how to get rid of them — for good! Courtesy of Aspen Pest Control

Carpenter ants in Portland

Carpenter ants in your home or business? That doesn’t sound good, does it? We agree! And that’s why we’ve helped hundreds and thousands of folks over the years rid their homes and businesses of carpenter ants and other pests that cause burden on your peace of mind.  At Aspen Pest Control, we work closely with our clients in order to effectively answer the questions: What exactly are carpenter ants? Why do I have a carpenter ant infestation? How do I get rid of carpenter ants? and How do I prevent the carpenter ants from coming back? What are carpenter ants? Carpenter ants! Just the...

How Do I Get Rid of Carpenter Ants in Portland, OR?

Carpenter ant in Portland

Learn more about what carpenter ants are, the risks they pose, how you can exterminate them, and how professionals like the Aspen Pest Control team can help keep them gone for good! Carpenter ants: get the right info for your unique needs. It should come as no surprise that ants are one of the most common insects you’ll find in the Pacific Northwest. According to Washington State University, there may be upwards of 30,000 different species of ants in the world, all varying in size, shape, and habits. Due to this fact, ant infestations are some of the most common problems we help home and...

How to Exterminate Wasps, Hornets, and Yellow Jackets in Oregon City

Stinging Insects in Oregon City

These stinging insects can be a big, big problem and despite their being considered essentially the same, they’re distinctly different and must be handled with specific care.Let the stinging insect extermination experts at Aspen Pest Control help you rid your home and life of stinging insects. Don’t let stinging insects ruin your summer We don’t want to brag, but the spring and summer months in the Pacific Northwest are some of the most gorgeous displays of nature imaginable. The sun-soaked mountains, the sparkling Pacific Coast, and, naturally, the abundance of seemingly endless,...

Boxelder Infestation Treatment In Oregon City: Your Questions Answered!

An infestation of boxelder bugs gathered on a gray rock

Where do boxelder bugs live? As the name suggests, boxelder bugs are quite fond of boxelder maple trees, which is — along with ash and fruit trees — where you’ll most commonly find them nesting in the year’s warmer months.  During their overwintering period (a process similar to hibernation), boxelder bugs can be found under tree bark, under leaves, in between rocks, and other natural spaces where they can protect themselves from the elements.  Why are there so many boxelder bugs on my house? Boxelder bugs, like all insects, are cold blooded creatures that are incapable of...

Spider Infestation Treatment In Orchards

A spider sits on its web with a home in the background.

Concerned about spiders? Call Aspen! We can help. We scoured the internet to find the most commonly asked questions about spider infestations in order to help you and your neighbors better understand the habits of these creatures, the potential threat they pose, and just what you can do in order to most effectively treat them.  How do you know if you have a spider infestation? Unlike a lot of other pests, you can trust your eyes when it comes to assessing a spider infestation. If you’re suddenly seeing spiders and spider webs in greater abundance in or around your home, then it’s a pretty...

Why Your Oak Grove Home Deserves Year-Round Pest Control Services

Pest Control in Oak Grove

Pest infestations are unpredictable occurrences, but your ability to keep pests from invading your home doesn’t have to be. Learn why the majority of Aspen Pest Control’s new clients love the Home Protection Plan’s year-round service. Have you ever considered preventative pest control? If you’re like most folks, the answer is, “Probably not.” We tend to think of pest infestations as things that happen to us vs. things that we could take minor steps to avoid. And that attitude makes perfect sense.  Pests are certainly not things that we’re inviting onto our property or into our homes, but...

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