Ants –in the insect order hymenoptera– are fascinating because of the highly organized societies they live in. But these societies, or colonies, are also what cause them to become a nusiance for many people, especially those of us in Portland Oregon. And in Portland...
Carpenter ants are notorious for freaking out homeowners who think their house is about to fall down. Luckily, unlike termites, carpenter ant cannot digest wood, but rather excavate burrows called "galleries" for nesting. Carpenter ants can be hard to get rid of...
If you want to stay on top of ants without using chemicals, obviously cleaning is important. But how do you get the most out of your efforts?Sealing FoodAnts are highly evolved foragers. Sometimes the colonies are referred to as "superorganisms," because each ant...
Ants can be a huge nuisance, but you might not consider them "pests." Certainly not enough to go spraying a bunch of weird chemicals around your kitchen. But you'd like them gone, no worries. You've come to the right place. This blog has 5 recipes for homemade ant...
Whether its your first time or tenth looking for information on how to get rid of ants permanently, you've come to the right place. How to Get Rid of Ants Permanently NaturallyThere are so many ways to kill, repel, clean and seal out ants. But unless you have a...
If you're like me, you go to ridiculous lengths to keep your beloved pet safe and happy. Many pet owners tolerate ants year after year because of unanswered questions about pet safe ant control. This complete pet safe ant exterminator's guide will answer all those...
Wondering how to keep ants out of your house? Overwhelmed with wave after wave of tiny black ants invading your home? Read along to learn our insider tips on how to get ants out of your house, and keep them out.How to Keep Ants Out of HouseAn all too familiar sight:...
If you’ve ever had to get rats or ants out of the home, you know it can be a nightmare. Don’t let pest control be an afterthought. Follow these 5 simple tips to keep your home naturally pest free. Whether it’s spiders in the basement or a squirrel in the attic,...
Desperate to eliminate ants? But don't want to spray chemicals? Have you tried cleaning, caulking, or store-bought ant "traps" to no avail? Some get success with ant baits over-the-counter. Others find ants coming back every year no matter what. In this article, we'll...
Looking for an all natural pest control solution for ants? Have you tried endless cleaning, homemade all natural ant sprays, sprinkling cinnamon–and ants just keep coming back? Read carefully to learn why essential oil ant repellents can make ants worse, and how to...
If you’re in Portland, sugar ant control in the springtime can be a struggle. Kitchen windowsills, sinks & showers are their favorite haunts. Sugar ants aka odorous house ants are tiny pests that get into food and crawl over people & pets. This article will walk you through the integrated pest management approach on how to get rid of sugar ants.
Frustrated with ants that never go away? After the fifth trip to the hardware store for ant control baits & sprays, you might ask yourself: “What pesticides do pest control companies use?” This article will summarize a few chemicals and how they’re best utilized. I’ll also make some recommendations for pollinator safety.
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