Our Pest Control Services

While bed bugs are not known to transmit diseases, their bites can cause itching, allergic reactions, and in some cases, secondary infections due to scratching. They can also cause sleep disturbances and psychological stress due to anxiety about the infestation -- but they are not dangerous per se.

Re-entry times vary by product type and your specific landscape. We'll provide specific guidance based on the treatment used - typically it's safe once surfaces are dry, but we'll give you exact timing.

While there are over-the-counter products available, DIY treatments are often ineffective and may lead to further infestation or resistance to treatments. Professional pest control services are more effective because they use specialized equipment and proven techniques to target bed bugs at all stages of their life cycle.

Many customers notice a significant drop in mosquito activity within 24–48 hours after the first treatment. Consistent service helps maintain control all season long.

To prevent future infestations:

• Inspect secondhand furniture and clothing carefully before bringing them into your home.
• Check hotel rooms for signs of bed bugs, such as blood stains or dark spots, before unpacking.
• Encase mattresses and box springs with bed bug-proof covers.
• Regularly clean and vacuum areas where bed bugs could hide, especially around beds and furniture.

We take special care around edible plants and can adjust our treatment plan or use food-safe products to protect your garden areas.

Bed bugs are excellent hitchhikers and can be brought into your home through luggage, secondhand furniture, clothing, or other items. They are commonly found in places with high foot traffic, such as hotels, dorms, and public transportation.

Mosquitoes are drawn to certain conditions around your yard that provide both breeding grounds and sources of attraction. Here’s what brings them in:

• Standing Water: Mosquitoes need standing water to lay their eggs. This could be in anything that holds water, like birdbaths, clogged gutters, flower pots, tire swings, or even puddles. It’s important to check for and eliminate standing water regularly.
• Overgrown Vegetation: Thick shrubs, tall grass, and dense foliage provide shelter for mosquitoes, giving them a cool, humid environment to rest in during the day. Mosquitoes are most active during dawn and dusk but will seek out hiding spots during hotter parts of the day.
• Shaded Areas: Mosquitoes love shade, especially during hot weather. Areas of your yard that don’t get much sunlight—like under trees, around tall bushes, or near structures—are prime spots for mosquitoes to hide out during the day.
• Organic Matter and Decaying Plants: Mosquitoes are attracted to decaying plant material where they can find moisture and nutrients. If you have compost piles or dense plant debris in your yard, this can draw mosquitoes.
• Excessive Moisture: If your yard is constantly damp due to poor drainage or overwatering, this can create the perfect environment for mosquitoes to thrive. Puddles or even wet soil from frequent irrigation can become breeding grounds.
• Certain Plants: While some plants (like citronella) are known to repel mosquitoes, others—like marigolds, jasmine, and lavender—can attract them due to their fragrance. Consider where you plant these in your yard.

Yes, regular inspections are crucial, especially if you live in an area with a high risk of termite activity. Annual inspections can help identify potential problems early and prevent extensive damage. Termite problems are often hidden from view, so professional inspections are the best way to spot an issue before it becomes severe.

Heat treatments involve raising the temperature in the affected area to a level that kills bed bugs at all stages of life. This process is chemical-free and environmentally friendly. Here's how it works:

• Temperature: Professional-grade equipment is used to heat rooms or specific areas of your home to 118°F (48°C) or higher. Bed bugs, including their eggs, die when exposed to these temperatures for an extended period.
• Uniform Heat: Heat treatment is effective because it reaches all parts of the infested area, including cracks, walls, and furniture, which may be difficult to reach with chemicals.
• Duration: The room or home is typically heated for about 6-8 hours, ensuring that the temperature remains high enough to eliminate all bed bugs.

Light rain won't affect the treatment once it's dried. However, heavy rain may require rescheduling to ensure effectiveness.

Here are a few preventive measures:

• Keep wood away from your foundation—don’t store firewood, mulch, or wood debris close to your house.
• Seal cracks and gaps in your foundation and around windows, doors, and pipes.
• Repair leaks promptly to reduce moisture in areas like basements and crawl spaces.
• Consider a termite barrier or treatment for additional protection, especially if you live in an area prone to termites.

Chemical treatments use pesticides specifically designed to target and kill bed bugs at all stages of their life cycle (eggs, nymphs, and adults). These treatments are usually applied by a professional pest control technician to areas where bed bugs are likely to hide, such as cracks, crevices, mattresses, and furniture. Here's how it works:

• Application: The technician applies a variety of bed bug-specific pesticides, which may come in the form of sprays, dust, or liquid treatments. The chemicals target bed bugs when they come into contact with treated areas.
• Action: The chemicals affect the nervous system of the bed bugs, causing paralysis and death. Some pesticides also prevent bed bugs from molting, leading to their demise.
• Egg Treatment: Some chemicals are designed to penetrate cracks and crevices to kill eggs, while others may require follow-up treatments to ensure eggs are eliminated.
• Follow-up: Chemical treatments often require multiple applications to address any missed bugs and newly hatched eggs, usually spaced a week or two apart.

No treatment can eliminate 100% of mosquitoes, but our program dramatically reduces their population and activity around your home, making your outdoor spaces much more enjoyable.

Termites enter your home through small cracks or gaps in your foundation, walls, or around pipes and electrical lines. They can also find their way in through wood-to-ground contact or overexposed, untreated areas like wooden decks, fences, or firewood piles.

Treatment can take anywhere from a few hours to a full day, depending on the size of the infestation and the treatment method used. Heat treatments, in particular, can require the home to be vacated for several hours while the temperature is raised to eliminate bed bugs.

Pool areas are common mosquito breeding spots. Yes, professional treatments are much more effective in these areas than DIY solutions, which typically only last 1-2 days.

Termites can begin to cause significant damage surprisingly quickly. The exact timeframe depends on factors like the size of the infestation and the type of termites, but in general:

• Subterranean termites (the most common type) can cause visible damage in as little as 3 to 6 months in a heavily infested area. These termites typically start in hidden areas and work their way into the wood of your home, eating it from the inside out.
• Drywood termites may take several years to cause noticeable damage, as they usually infest smaller areas of wood and are more difficult to detect early on.

In the early stages of an infestation, termites often cause little visible damage. The wood they eat from the inside may look normal on the outside, making it easy for homeowners to miss the signs. However, as they continue to feed, structural damage can escalate quickly, compromising the integrity of your home’s framework. It’s crucial to address any signs of termites early, as even a small infestation can lead to significant damage if left untreated. Regular inspections can help catch potential problems before they become costly.

Heat treatments are an effective and eco-friendly method for eliminating bed bugs, and they offer several benefits over traditional chemical treatments. Here’s why heat treatment can be a great choice for bed bug eradication:

• Comprehensive: Heat can penetrate deep into furniture, walls, and floors, making it effective for treating areas that might be missed by chemical treatments.
• No chemicals: Ideal for those who want to avoid chemical exposure or have sensitivities to chemicals.
• Single treatment: Often requires only one treatment, and it’s usually effective in eradicating the entire infestation, including eggs.

This is a valid concern. While some treatments can impact beneficial insects, we offer eco-friendly options that minimize harm to pollinators and other beneficial species.

There are three primary types of termites that can infest homes and properties: Subterranean, Drywood, and Formosan termites. Each type behaves differently, has unique characteristics, and requires different approaches to control and treatment. Subterranean termites are the most destructive and widespread type of termites in the United States!

Yes, of course! Your safety is our top priority. We use products and application methods that are designed to be effective and produce results, while also being safe for humans, pets, and the environment when used as directed. Our technicians are trained to apply treatments with care and responsibility.

If left untreated, termites can cause significant structural damage that could lead to expensive repairs. Over time, termites can weaken beams, flooring, and even the foundation of your home. Early intervention is key to preventing costly damage.

Yes—removing standing water (like birdbaths, clogged gutters, or unused containers), trimming overgrown shrubs, and keeping your lawn well-maintained all help reduce mosquito breeding areas.

• Body Shape: Termites have broad, straight bodies with no defined waist; carpenter ants have a narrow, pinched waist.
• Antennae: Termites have straight antennae; carpenter ants have bent (“elbowed”) antennae.
• Color: Termites are pale or light-colored; carpenter ants are dark brown, black, or reddish.
• Wood Damage: Termites eat wood, leaving rough, mud-lined tunnels and mud tubes; carpenter ants tunnel into wood, leaving smooth galleries and piles of sawdust.
• Wings: Termite wings are equal in length and longer than their bodies; carpenter ants have larger front wings and smaller hind wings.

Still unsure? Both Carpenter ants and Termites are dangerous wood-destroying insects!

Please call us as soon as possible to schedule an inspection.

No, our technicians can treat your property while you're away. We'll coordinate timing that works for your schedule.