Pacific Northwest Pest Control Blog
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Pest Control in Portland, OR
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
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
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 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?
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...
Oregon City Sugar Ant Extermination
Sugar ants are a common household problem in the greater Oregon City area. These creatures — commonly known as sugar ants, coconut ants, or odorous house ants — are very small in stature (about 2.5 to 3 millimeters in size) and are typically black in color. This variety of ant has special glands that, when smashed, release the foul, faintly coconut-scented odor that gives them several of their nicknames. Of course, these pests are called “sugar ants” due to their love of all things sweet. All they need to survive is food, water, and shelter, and it should come as no surprise that your...
How to Exterminate Wasps, Hornets, and Yellow Jackets 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,...
Spider Extermination in Oregon City
Why do I have spiders? The short answer is because spiders love the way that your home and property are inviting to them. Sure, most people don’t purposely invite spiders into their homes, but take a look around. Does your property have any instances of standing water? If it does, then it’s important to understand that standing water is incredibly inviting to pests of all kinds, including rodents, insects, and spiders. And the thing about spiders is, if they’ve found an environment that is rich with insects, like flies, mosquitoes, moths, roaches, beetles, and the like, well, then...
Boxelder Infestation Treatment In Oregon City: Your Questions Answered!
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...
The Best Way to Exterminate Sugar Ants in Orchards
When you have a sudden ant infestation and you need fast, effective service from locally owned and operated pest control experts you can trust, there’s only one name to turn to — Aspen Pest Control! Have a sudden sugar ant infestation? You’re not alone. Orchards and the greater Vancouver and Portland areas are prone to ant infestations all throughout the year, but particularly so in the spring and fall months. If you’ve discovered an ant infestation in or around your home, don’t panic, but don’t delay in taking the necessary steps in exterminating these nuisance pests from your...
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