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Say Goodbye to Ants, and Chemical Sprays

Are you frustrated with ants, but wary of chemicals?

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You found a Portland eco-friendly ant exterminator that uses the power of new, advanced technology to make ant control safer than ever.

Natural Ant Extermination

Call us. We make natural ant removal safe & easy by tracking down the ants then using small, precise applications of eco-friendly products to eliminate the colony once-and-for-all.

Ants are persistent. They can build their colonies in walls – then stay for the crumbs. If you see a trail of ants swarming a crumb overnight, it might be time to send us a message.

We help Portland with ant solutions that are safe for pets, people, pollinators & the planet.

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   Jon Daries 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I strongly recommend Keith for all your pest control needs. He's very responsive and good at explaining what he's going to do. We had a yellowjacket nest right in our front yard by the sidewalk—our mailman had decided he couldn't deliver mail anymore! Was really happy with how Keith dealt with the nest, and he even came by a week later for a second treatment after we saw a few survivors. I chose Keith because he is IPM certified, and I'm very happy with my choice.
  
 
        
   Amber V 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Keith was so nice, professional and best of all cares deeply about the environment and avoiding toxic chemicals. The treatment was quick effective and did the trick within days. I have already recommended him to several friends and will definitely call again! Thanks Keith!
  
 
        
   Camila 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience with Keith at Pest & Pollinator. We needed a raccoon latrine removed, and Keith made the whole process straightforward from start to finish. He was easy to communicate with over text, quick to coordinate, and managed to fit us into his schedule. He clearly explained his process, and took the time to answer our questions. He thoroughly removed the latrine and even applied a free deterrent to keep them from returning. The issue is completely resolved and the raccoons haven't been back. Keith is reliable, professional, and provides excellent service. I’d highly recommend him for any pest or wildlife needs.
  
 
        
   TM 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So happy we found Keith and his integrated approach to dealing with pests. We’d been dealing with sugar ants for weeks and wanted them gone – but didn’t want to kill all the other creepy crawlers because we’re trying to get our Backyard Habitat Certification. The good news: Keith’s company is approved to work with yards going through the program. Keith speaks fluent ant – understanding their behaviors and possessing the uncanny ability to quickly locate their colonies. We really appreciated how thorough he was – explaining what he was doing every step of the way. Since Keith came out, we’ve been ant free ever since.
  
 
        
   Vessal Zarghami 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a huge inground bee nest with over 200 plus bees right next to our pool. We were having a party and needed to have them gone asap! Keith came in super short notice had them all gone within a half an hour! Super easy to work with and great guy!
  
 
        
   Lee Willeford 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Keith did is incredibly thorough and conscientious. He took his time listening to issues and assessing the situation before suggesting a course of action. He properly set expectations by making us aware of the lead time necessary to see meaningful results and he was spot on. Moreover, he made it clear our level of ant traffic would probably require a second pass in a few weeks and that he would come back out for free if the problem wasn't 100% resolved. Sure enough, we had a one particularly resilient corner of our house after a few weeks. When Keith proactively circled back, we gave him the update and he was back at our house a couple of days later at no charge. We are ant free and very satisfied. (Thanks Keith!)
  
 
        
   Terry MacDonald 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I got a good assessment of the extent of a raccoon presence, confirming it didn't extend to crawl space, and was able to evict and seal. They're still around, great, but no crash pad at my house!
  
 
        
   Mialka Bonadonna 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Pest & Pollinator is great! Exterminator Keith is unlike any exterminator that I have ever met and he helped me with a developing carpenter ant issue. Keith is very professional, tactful and discriminating, and cares about the environment. He didn't just trample through my house blasting poison everywhere like every other exterminator I've ever met. Keith listened to my goals like not stressing or harming my dogs during the process, not putting toxic stuff in my home, and definitely not killing insects indiscriminately because I recognize how important it is to protect declining insect populations. He spent time carefully inspecting my house and yard (even pulled out a ladder and looked at my roof), taught me about carpenter ant behavior and environmental modifications that deter without poison, and showed me things about my house that I never noticed. I forgot what he put down to stop my carpenter ant problem, but he used very little and very judiciously. Within two days, the ants were gone. I am always so grossed out by extermination companies that brag about killing animal and insects. I really felt that Keith respects and cares for animal like and the environment while also recognizing that we sometimes need insects to not harm us. I can't recommend Pest & Pollinator enough.
  
 
        
   Ryan Meng 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Keith did an incredible job helping us manage problematic ants on our property. Keith was quick to meet with us and provided an explanation the entire way about his process. He successfully dealt with the ants using products and measures that were safe for both humans and animals. Approaching 2 months ant free! Would highly recommend Keith and Pest & Pollinator!!
  
 
        
   Cyborg Goat 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Keith is the best. He thoughtfully and thoroughly took care to diagnose the issue and designed a treatment that fit the situation. Pest and Pollinator will not try to upsell or bind you in a contract like its competitors. Keith also understood and respected why I wanted to keep the spiders around the property. That meant a lot. Overall, Pest and Pollinator is amazing. Choose them.
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 282 reviews

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Eco Friendly Ant Control Portland

We go above and beyond. We get the same great results while eliminating hazardous pesticide spraying to save backyard pollinators. Teaming up with Green Shield Certified, here are the exact ways Pest & Pollinator has improved safety compared to conventional pest control companies:

Avoids spraying any pesticides at all.

Chooses non-toxic, all natural, and organic products.

No residual-active pyrethroids.

No fipronil sprays.

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Ant Control FAQs

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How long do ants live?

Adult odorous house ants can live for 2-3 years. Plenty of time for them to build large nests. So if you’re battling ants year after year, or not getting good results with repellent sprays, this could be partly the reason why.

How to Get Rid of Ants in Kitchen

To keep ants out of your kitchen, you’ll need to seal every crack & crevice, keep all food in sealed airtight containers, and clean nightly.

In our experience, ants can always enter through practically microscopic cracks, or through the gap at the foundation-to-siding wall junction.

And many impeccably sealed & professionally cleaned homes still have ants sometimes.

Candidly, odorous house ants (sugar ants) seem more interested in the ideal warm, sheltered habitat within our walls, than the crumbs on the floor. Although clearly they love that too…

That’s why we recommend learning a bit about how odorous house ant work, and using baits in order to get the best & safest ant control.

For tips on getting rid of ants without pesticides, check out Northwest Center for Alternative to Pesticide’s guide on small ant control here.

Borax Ant Killer Recipe

One of the best home remedies for ants is borax bait. When mixing borax and sugar ant killers, aim for a 1-10% borax and 1:2 simple syrup solution. Use higher borax concentrations for for smaller ant infestations or for carpenter ants, and lower concentrations for large ant colonies to allow for better movement back to the queen.

For odorous house ants aim for around 3% concentration of borax, and 1:2 water:sugar syrup:

2 tbsp. warm water
1/2 cup sugar
1/16 tsp borax

Mix together until it is a thick liquid or gel, and place on active ant trails, out of reach of pets and kids. When baiting ants, remember not to spray or wipe their trails or else you will disrupt the movement of bait back to the colony.

Can Ants Fly?

Yes, ants can fly! But only at a certain point in their reproductive cycle when they are looking to mate and create new colonies.

Flying ants are called alates, or “swarmers,” and appear suddenly. Alates are born with wings that develop in their pupal stage. Whereas regular “worker ants” are born without wings.

In Portland carpenter ants, odorous house ants & pavement ants swarm in the Spring. If you see flying inside your house, there are probably ants inside your walls which might be good to have inspected by a professional.

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dampwood termite swarmer side-by-side photos with pavement ant swarmer showing difference in lengths of thir two sets of wings

Photography courtesy of Wikimedia commons. Pavement ant photo author NY State IPM Program at Cornell University, dampwood termite photo author Judy Gallagher.

Termite vs. Flying Ant

Termite swarmers are easy to distinguish from ant swarmers, because they both have two sets of wings. In general, all four wings on a flying termite are the same length, whereas ant swarmers have one shorter set of wings.

Best Ways to Get Rid of Ants

There’s lot of different ways to approach getting rid of ants naturally. Here are our suggestions to get the best ant control:

Keep vegetation & tree branches trimmed away from your home.
Caulk any obvious gaps around windows, doors and cracks in the foundation.
For light infestations, clean and sanitize any areas where ants are foraging.
For heavy infestations, use a bait product and allow the ants to take it back to the colony.
If ant activity persists after baiting, reach out to an eco-friendly ant control company who can help you further.

Portland ant control is affordable, easy & safe with Pest & Pollinator. Give us a call or text today.

Pest & Pollinator LLC is committed to our mission of helping the Portland OR community solve pest problems while reducing pesticides and protecting biodiversity.

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Carpenter Ant Removal

Anxious about carpenter ants damaging your home? Our carpenter ant removal services are effective, eco friendly and backed by a 90-day satisfaction guarantee. Don’t worry about how to get rid of carpenter ants, contact us today.

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See what our customers love about Pest & Pollinator:

    
 
 
         
   Jon Daries 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I strongly recommend Keith for all your pest control needs. He's very responsive and good at explaining what he's going to do. We had a yellowjacket nest right in our front yard by the sidewalk—our mailman had decided he couldn't deliver mail anymore! Was really happy with how Keith dealt with the nest, and he even came by a week later for a second treatment after we saw a few survivors. I chose Keith because he is IPM certified, and I'm very happy with my choice.
  
 
        
   Amber V 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Keith was so nice, professional and best of all cares deeply about the environment and avoiding toxic chemicals. The treatment was quick effective and did the trick within days. I have already recommended him to several friends and will definitely call again! Thanks Keith!
  
 
        
   Camila 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience with Keith at Pest & Pollinator. We needed a raccoon latrine removed, and Keith made the whole process straightforward from start to finish. He was easy to communicate with over text, quick to coordinate, and managed to fit us into his schedule. He clearly explained his process, and took the time to answer our questions. He thoroughly removed the latrine and even applied a free deterrent to keep them from returning. The issue is completely resolved and the raccoons haven't been back. Keith is reliable, professional, and provides excellent service. I’d highly recommend him for any pest or wildlife needs.
  
 
        
   TM 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So happy we found Keith and his integrated approach to dealing with pests. We’d been dealing with sugar ants for weeks and wanted them gone – but didn’t want to kill all the other creepy crawlers because we’re trying to get our Backyard Habitat Certification. The good news: Keith’s company is approved to work with yards going through the program. Keith speaks fluent ant – understanding their behaviors and possessing the uncanny ability to quickly locate their colonies. We really appreciated how thorough he was – explaining what he was doing every step of the way. Since Keith came out, we’ve been ant free ever since.
  
 
        
   Vessal Zarghami 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a huge inground bee nest with over 200 plus bees right next to our pool. We were having a party and needed to have them gone asap! Keith came in super short notice had them all gone within a half an hour! Super easy to work with and great guy!
  
 
        
   Lee Willeford 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Keith did is incredibly thorough and conscientious. He took his time listening to issues and assessing the situation before suggesting a course of action. He properly set expectations by making us aware of the lead time necessary to see meaningful results and he was spot on. Moreover, he made it clear our level of ant traffic would probably require a second pass in a few weeks and that he would come back out for free if the problem wasn't 100% resolved. Sure enough, we had a one particularly resilient corner of our house after a few weeks. When Keith proactively circled back, we gave him the update and he was back at our house a couple of days later at no charge. We are ant free and very satisfied. (Thanks Keith!)
  
 
        
   Terry MacDonald 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I got a good assessment of the extent of a raccoon presence, confirming it didn't extend to crawl space, and was able to evict and seal. They're still around, great, but no crash pad at my house!
  
 
        
   Mialka Bonadonna 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Pest & Pollinator is great! Exterminator Keith is unlike any exterminator that I have ever met and he helped me with a developing carpenter ant issue. Keith is very professional, tactful and discriminating, and cares about the environment. He didn't just trample through my house blasting poison everywhere like every other exterminator I've ever met. Keith listened to my goals like not stressing or harming my dogs during the process, not putting toxic stuff in my home, and definitely not killing insects indiscriminately because I recognize how important it is to protect declining insect populations. He spent time carefully inspecting my house and yard (even pulled out a ladder and looked at my roof), taught me about carpenter ant behavior and environmental modifications that deter without poison, and showed me things about my house that I never noticed. I forgot what he put down to stop my carpenter ant problem, but he used very little and very judiciously. Within two days, the ants were gone. I am always so grossed out by extermination companies that brag about killing animal and insects. I really felt that Keith respects and cares for animal like and the environment while also recognizing that we sometimes need insects to not harm us. I can't recommend Pest & Pollinator enough.
  
 
        
   Ryan Meng 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Keith did an incredible job helping us manage problematic ants on our property. Keith was quick to meet with us and provided an explanation the entire way about his process. He successfully dealt with the ants using products and measures that were safe for both humans and animals. Approaching 2 months ant free! Would highly recommend Keith and Pest & Pollinator!!
  
 
        
   Cyborg Goat 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Keith is the best. He thoughtfully and thoroughly took care to diagnose the issue and designed a treatment that fit the situation. Pest and Pollinator will not try to upsell or bind you in a contract like its competitors. Keith also understood and respected why I wanted to keep the spiders around the property. That meant a lot. Overall, Pest and Pollinator is amazing. Choose them.
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 282 reviews

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