EXPERTISE WITH CONTROL OF RATS AND MICE IN HOMES OR COMMERCIAL BUSINESS BUILDINGS BY ORGANIC OR CHEMICAL METHODS

Homeowners can take preventive measures to avert a rodent infestation. Mice and rats are flexible creatures; mice can squeeze through holes no larger than a nickel while rats can scoot through holes as small as a half dollar. Therefore, one of the first things a homeowner should do is inspect for possible entry holes, both inside and outside of the home.

Rats primarily prefer to feed on cereal grains, meats, fish, nuts, and some fruits, eating just about anything. However, rats as well as mice and many insect pests  are attracted to foods  including pet food  and trash that is left unattended outdoors. Thus, the best control of any rodent, outdoors or indoors, is sanitation and exclusion. In most cases, rats will only enter homes because it is seeking food, water, or shelter.

Sanitation: To reduce the availability of food and water, employ sanitation methods: covering or packaging all foods; keeping all food and food-preparation areas swept, mopped, and wiped clean; keeping trash areas clean; and removing or limiting exposed water.

Exclusion: To reduce the opportunity for rats that are seeking shelter to enter homes or Commercial business buildings, build out the rodents through rodent-proofing and pest proofing techniques.

Rat or Mouse Traps DIY Mice Control

Traps can be an easy and inexpensive option, as the equipment is relatively cheap and the traps, especially if unbaited, can be left in place for long periods. However all traps, baited or unbaited, must be regularly inspected, as a dead or dying rodent or a food bait can attract secondary insects and cause an infestation.

Snap Traps: These small wooden or plastic traps are one of the most effective means of capturing and killing rats and mice, and can be the most inexpensive. Wooden mouse traps can often be found packaged in sets for a few dollars, and the rodents can be removed and the traps reused. Or, if one is squeamish of removing the rodent, the trap can be discarded with the mouse attached without becoming overly expensive.

When using a snap trap to capture a rat, a larger trap specified for rat control will need to be used. The small mouse traps are not likely to kill or hold the rat, and could, instead, inhumanely injure the rodent.

Seattle Commercial Ampm pest exterminators specialize in several Commercial rodent control services, including rat removal and mouse control, rodent damage control, rodent management, rodent prevention, residential and commercial rodent control. Ampm certified Commercial pest control specialists and pest exterminator operators are trained with the most advanced rodent control techniques, ranging from rodent control through trapping to rodent damage repair and rodent prevention services for Commercial Office Buildings, Hotels, Hospitals, and Retail Stores. Commercial buildings are constructed from types of materials and design methods that vary greatly in the degree of susceptibility to rodent infestation (for example, metal and concrete versus wood). Most structures eventually become less rodent proof due to deterioration, alteration, or repair. Heating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical service, and fire sprinklers provide some of the most commonly encountered rodent entry points.

Rats, mice and other rodents can become a nuisance when in close proximity to humans. Spreading disease to both humans and household pets, rodents can also cause property damage and contaminate food sources. Ampm commercial Rodent pest Control specializes in rodent control and removal to help get rid of rodents in homes or businesses. A variety of lethal and non-lethal techniques, including exclusion, habitat modification, and trapping are available that may effectively control these pests.Food Handling Facilities and Warehouses. Businesses in which food is stored or handled are especially prone to rodent invasion. Good sanitation practices are essential. Keeping food well-sealed is very important Kitchen Area under food preparation equipment is raised above a smooth stainless steel floor, allowing for easy cleaning of food spills and open to prevent harborage.

Scraps of food can often be found in floor drains, under food preparation equipment and stored products, and around  entry areas. Outside doors are often left ajar or fit poorly due to heavy use, physical damage, or improper installation. Space under equipment mixers, stoves, counters, or refrigerators should allow easy cleaning and inspection, or be closed off completely with rodent-proof materials

Mice and rats are sometimes found using freezer and refrigerator compressor areas for harborage and water from condensation on cold coils. Mice are often found in the insulated walls of large coolers. Looking closely at corners and edges of metal, or other material covering the insulation, for rodent openings. Drains should have adequate screens or grates to prevent rodent entry. Food disposal, and damaged goods areas are often located close to food handling or storage areas and are not sealed from rodents. Areas near loading docks should be closely inspected for cracks, broken screens, damaged doors, and uneven floors near doorways. Interior loading docks served by rail cars are difficult to close due to the tracks, but rubber door guards made to fit the tracks are available and will deter rodent entry.

Rodent-infested goods in food warehouses commonly include cereals, flour, and baking mixes; waxed carton drinks; dry pet foods; dried fruits and nuts; fresh produce; paper goods; charcoal briquets, and damaged goods. Products in these categories should be kept in open, easily inspected areas, not in dark corners. Regular and routine removal of such nonsalable or nonusable products should be standard practice to enhance cleanliness and safety and to reduce harborage.

Apartments and Houses. Utility entry points include underground electrical and communication trunk lines, and exhaust vents for clothes dryers. Power lines have always been a favorite route of travel for commensal rodents, especially roof rats. Check all roof joints for tightness and presence of flashing, if rats and mice have access to the roof via wire, pipes, plants, or rough-textured walls. Also check roof and sewer vents for adequate screening and sealing, including presence of tight roof jacks.

Chimneys should be checked for properly installed flashing or for missing mortar. Rats occasionally enter buildings through toilet traps in inner-city areas with rat-infested sewer systems. In such cases, tracks and water may be found on the rim of toilet bowls. Both roof and Norway rats have been known to enter structures via the sewage system. This route usually occurs in older  established areas with poorly maintained sewer systems. Mice often enter under entry doors, through holes beside water pipes and electrical conduit, and through the cold air return ducts on forced air furnaces, especially those located in outside cabinets or garages, and underneath mobile homes.

Mice and rats often find easy access to garage areas through open doors or under and beside poor-fitting garage doors. Once in the garage, entry into the main structure along electrical lines, pipes, poorly sealed fire wall sheathing, or around furnace ducts, hot water heaters, or laundry drains.

If rodents are able to reach the attic, travel from room to room or unit to unit through openings for pipes, ducts, and wiring. Attics provide excellent harborage in winter, spring, and fall, but are often too hot during summer. Common attics, basements, or raised foundations in condominiums and apartments are a frequent source of rodent infestation.

Roof vent Poorly installed light-gauge roof vent, allowing easy access of rodents between roofing and base of vent. Gaps were large enough to allow rats and pigeons to enter.Once a rodent gets into the attic, inside entry to the fireplace void is often easy because of poorly fitted sheeting or metal collars. Entry to the inside of the fireplace is made from the damper area or cool air and warm air returns on units that provide for air circulation around the firebox. When the fireplace is in use, the heat will prevent rodent entry. If the outside cannot be sealed, glass doors that seal the burn area are recommended to prevent rodent entry throughout the year. Cracked and missing mortar, or poorly fitted siding or plaster, may allow entry through brick or rock fireplaces.

Tile or shake shingle roofs allow rodent entry if the roof is not solidly sheeted with plywood or similar material and the tile is not properly fitted and grouted. Vents without tightly fitted double roof jacks also facilitate access to rodents.

A source of harborage for rats and mice, are fireplaces especially the newer preconstructed zero clearance sheet metal units that eliminate the need for concrete mortar and brick. A hollow space is left in the siding and the fireplace support framing between the outside wall and the fireplace. Rats and mice can enter this area from the outside via the roof joint, between the siding and decorative wood corner trim, around gas pipes, or outside wood storage doors.

Once a rodent gets into the attic, inside entry to the fireplace void is often easy because of poorly fitted sheeting or metal collars. Entry to the inside of the fireplace is made from the damper area or cool air and warm air returns on units that provide for air circulation around the firebox. When the fireplace is in use, the heat will prevent rodent entry. If the outside cannot be sealed, glass doors that seal the burn area are recommended to prevent rodent entry throughout the year. Cracked and missing mortar, or poorly fitted siding or plaster, may allow entry through brick or rock fireplaces. Tile or shake shingle roofs allow rodent entry if the roof is not solidly sheeted with plywood or similar material and the tile is not properly fitted and grouted. Vents without tightly fitted double roof jacks also facilitate access to rodents.

Gaps or flaws in foundations and slabs, or where the wall framing meets the foundation or slab floor, may provide large enough openings for rodent entry. Older buildings commonly have cracked foundations, cracked plaster or mortar, warped siding, or broken and torn vent screens. Wood or masonite siding is especially vulnerable to warping and cracking near corners and around the base of the building. Old, unused holes where utilities formerly entered the structure are also common, especially in raised foundation and basement homes. Window screens are often left off or fit poorly in older, low-cost apartments and homes, allowing rodent entry from exterior utility lines and pipes running along exterior walls. Runways going to window ledges are often observed on stucco and brick walls and in ornamental plantings next to buildings.

Manufacturing Plants and Farm Buildings. Overhead or underground pipes, conveyor belts, and augers commonly found in farm buildings and factories are often used as entry points and routes into and between buildings. Such equipment, particularly if abandoned, may provide harborage as well as food. Rodent-proofing these areas is not easy if the equipment is still in use.

Gap in garage door:Rodent barrier or guard used between steps, foundation, or other sources of rodent entry and the loading dock doors when doors must be left open at night. Large gap between roll-up warehouse door frame and wall, allowing for easy rodent access.Utility entry points must be constantly monitored for excess openings caused by equipment repair, installation, or modification. Outside walls and doors must also be monitored for damage from equipment or livestock and for damage or wear from heavy use. If work patterns require doors to be open during hours of darkness, when rodent entry is most likely, rodent barriers may be needed, such as a solid fence or wall or a metal wing wall between the foundation and adjacent loading dock areas.

Buildings constructed with ribbed or corrugated metal siding allow rodent entry if the bottoms of the siding panels do not rest flat on a solid surface or they are not otherwise closed off. Sections of prefabricated buildings should be assembled tightly, and gaps at joints should be covered with metal flashing. Often, however, they are left open, especially at corners and at the foundation/slab interface.

Roll-up or overhead doors often provide easy entry for rodents, birds, and bats. With the door closed, check for gaps along the sides, bottom, and top of the door. A gap at the top is common. Rats and mice can easily climb up the space between the door and the inner wall or track to the top, where they gain entry and climb down the inside of the track. Gaps between the track and the wall are also common, especially if the track has been installed on brick walls. Door bottoms may be bent or damaged, leaving gaps along the floor. Uneven floors due to frost heaves may leave gaps when the door is closed.

Screens on windows, crawl spaces, and vents are often damaged in farm and industrial buildings. Check these carefully for needed repair or replacement.

One of the greatest challenges in farm buildings is preventing feed and seed from being a food source for rodents. Good sanitation practices are very important. Clean up spilled feed, and store feed and seed in rodent-proof buildings and containers. Keep sacked materials off the floor when possible. This facilitates for rats mice inspections and reduces harborage.

Pest control Exclusion Methods: Excluding rodents from livestock and poultry operations is another challenge due to livestock and manure management and various animal husbandry practices. Nevertheless, rodent-proofing is important and can be accomplished. Many of the entry points already identified for other types of structures apply to farm buildings. Additional problem areas include insulated walls used for harborage, feed bins, and portable feed bunks.

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ROACHES COSTING COMMERCIAL BUSINESSES TO SHUT DOWN, KILL AND GET RID OF COCKROACHES

Cockroach control can be tricky because there are two main types of roaches American and German that are eliminated using different techniques. An important identifying distinction is that the common German cockroach breeds inside and contaminates its living environment while most larger cockroaches do not breed inside. The most common larger roaches breed outside and are more of a nuisance than a danger. These larger sized roaches are not known to spread disease. Treatment options are different based on the type of cockroach. German roaches are primarily treated using roach baits.

Pest infestations not only carry and spread diseases, but can tarnish business reputation, tenant satisfaction and profit bottom line. Some pests can even destroy and seriously damage building infrastructure, leading to expensive repairs and possible building violations.Ampm Commercial pest control specailist specialize in treating protecting commercial space & commercial retail and office spaces.Pest control specilist specialize in manufacturing facility or warehouse pests that compromise packaging, threaten product quality, prevent unsanitary conditions for workers or result in regulatory fines.

Industries We Serve: Schools, Daycare, Adult Care

The key to pest control in any facility is in the application with safe and environmentally friendly control methods. While the safety and well-being of students, faculty and staff are of utmost importance, the pest control solutions are designed for year round coverage to protect the institution.

Food & Beverage Processing goal is to provide customers with safe, untainted products. One infestation or poor audit score may drive customers away for good, regardless of how how well the food is produced and packaged. Pest Control services will customize the services to ensure that the facility meets and exceeds all industry regulations pertaining to pest control. Understanding that pests in the facility can contaminate product throughout the supply chain, spread food-borne illnesses, and create negative publicity.

Food & Non Food Retailers

Retail facilities are attractive targets for pests. The exterminator’s goal is to provide unadulterated products and provide convenience. The goal is long-term pest solutions with reduced chemical exposure and to effectively prevent and manage pests with the most advanced technology. With minimal disruption of the facilities. Retailers work hard to obtain loyal customers and in this day and age of social media can’t afford to risk pest infestations that will damage product and reputations.

Health Care

Health Care facilities require a technical pest management approach due to highly sensitive environments. Typically, the industry’s concerns include indoor air quality, reduced chemical exposure, long-term pest solutions and convenience. Pests carry disease, damage facilities, tarnish reputations, and can compromise the critical, sterile environments. It is undersood that the prevention and management of pest infestations in and around the facility is a fundamental part of overall sanitation and housekeeping programs. Professional technicians will utilize the latest technology and proven integrated pest management practices to keep Assisted Living Facility, Hospital or Nursing Home pest free and profitable.

Lodging & Hospitality

The hospitality industry is a 24hr / 7day endeavor and it’s a realization that owners, managers and employees work extremely hard to establish and maintain a certain image. Pofessional pest contol will partner with clients in the hospitality industry to help protect the reputation and brand. Pest control specialists will design a comprehensive program that will resolve the pest issues that include bed bugs, roaches, rats, and more.

Manufacturing & Research

A primary concern of these industries is to operate in a productive manner and be free from insect and rodent infestations that can transmit disease pathogens and compromise the environment. The prevention and management of pest infestations in and around facilities are essential components of the overall sanitation and maintenance programs. Highly trained pest control professionals can be trusted to detect structural, sanitation and housekeeping deficiencies, manage pests, and provide record keeping practices to assist in the overall efficiency of the facility.

Multi-Unit Housing

Pest problems at multi-unit properties can lead to serious consequences. When it comes to the safety and comfort of tenants, quality pest control service is paramount. Some pests such as bed bugs spread quickly from one unit to the next, some cause structural damage, while others, such as cockroaches, rats and mice can also cause serious problems. The culmination of pest problems and inadequate control measures can pose a real threat to the financial well- being of the owner or property Management Company.

The goal is to protect the client’s investment and the tenants. Just as it is the goal of a property owner or manager. The proessional can work with tenants directly at the owners request. Services will be performed when and how the service is requested. Services can be provided by door to door, work off a list of service requests, obtain signatures form tenants who accept service or only treat common areas.

Property Management

The objective for commercial property managers is to protect income, reputation, and buildings from unwanted pests. The solutions include flexible programs that can be customized to suit all of the pest control needs. These solutions are designed to minimize disruptions to tenants, customers and bottom line. So while competitors may lose millions due to vacant apartments and offices buildings a professional service can have the ability to quickly respond to any pest management problem and help protect the bottom line.  Specially trained technicians will provide recommendations that will enhance the effectiveness of the pest control company programs to help ensure that all units are filled month after month.

Restaurant & Food Service

When it comes to pest control, the food service’s Industry’s primary concern is protection of the brand, reputation, and client base. In addition, the mutual concern is about food and public safety. Providing guests with a pest free dining experience can be a daily process, but under the professional’s watch, pest infestations that are common to the restaurant industry and commercial kitchens, like cockroaches, flies, and rats, will be greatly eliminated. Preventive pest control measures will be taken to ensure the restaurant is free of nuisance pests. Whether servicing a fine dining establishment or a local cafe services to suit the requested needs and develop a plan according to the budget set for the restaurant

Ampm Pest Control services

Pest control company with exterminators for bed bugs, little black sugar ants, carpenter ants, rat control, house mice, rodent control, birds, beetles, moths, flies, termites, wasps, yellow jackets and hornets. Ampm Pest control service takes pride in family and pet friendly effective home pest control in King county areas of Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Renton, Everett, Bothell and Issaquah. Extermination services for Bedbugs, Mouse Control, Rodent, Carpenter Ants, Spider control are available to residential including single family residences, apartments, commercial including hotels, restaurants, schools and industrial establishments including warehouses and grocery stores.

Attic and Crawlspace Rodent Restoration  including cleaning, sanitizing and insulation removal & repair after rats, mice, squirrels, birds, bats Infestation.Find answers to questions about cost facts, information, and discover pest exterminators tips, It is much easier, faster and cheaper to get rid of any pest conditions. Every home, building or property  pest costs may vary due to different factors. Almost  all pest  inspections, initiate customized solutions for their pest problems. Learn about our pest control pricing process.

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COMMERCIAL LANDLORD RESPONSIBILITY TO HANDLE A BED BUG PROBLEM IN RENTAL UNITS

Through increased travel and the decreased use of pesticides, bedbugs are on the rise again. Today, as many as 90% of pest controllers report receiving calls about bedbugs. Unfortunately, many hotels are becoming infested, putting customers at risk of being bitten or worse, bringing bedbugs home. Fear not, however, as there are ways to protect bedding.

Tenant’s Right to Know About a History of Bed Bug Problems in a Rental Property: Most tenants don’t want to move into a rental unit that has problems such as flooding, and several states have laws requiring these types of landlord disclosures. For details on states that require landlord disclosure of bed bug problems, bed-bug-pest-control.info

Bed bug problems happen to even the best of apartments. Bed bugs can catch a ride in suitcases, used furniture, second hand mattresses or even on clothing. Bed bugs can travel from other apartments into another building.Here’s how to deal with a bed bug infestation.  (Hint: Leave it to pest control for bed bugs professionals)

Report the Bed Bug Problem to the Landlord

If there is a  suspicion of a bed bugs infestation, contact the landlord or manager right away. The landlord should bring in a qualified exterminators to inspect for and measure the concentration of bed bugs in the rental and all adjoining units. It is the responsibility of the landlord to give  proper notice of entry for the exterminator’s inspections. In Washington Seattle have specific laws on the books covering landlord and tenant duties regarding bed bug infestations.

Get Ready for an Exterminator’s Inspection

Try to get information  beforehand as to what to expect from an inspection. Typically, a pest control for bed bugs professional will examine the bedrooms (such as mattresses and bedding). As well as look closely into drawers, closets, and shelves.  A pest control for bed bug professional will also determine the source, and attempt to confirm where the bed bugs originated, and learn whether and how the problem spread. Inspecting the infestation may also help determine when a particular rental unit became infested, which the landlord may use to apportion financial responsibility for the extermination.

How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs, Exterminators usually recommend that tenants in bed bug-infested units take the following steps: 

Remove all clutter. Remove all items from closets, shelves, and drawers,

Wash all bedding and clothing and put washed items in sealed plastic bags.

Thoroughly vacuum.

Leave the premises during the exterminator’s treatment.

Destroy infested items that can’t be treated such as a mattress.

Keep in mind that the exterminators instructions must be followed. If the exterminator’s advice is not taken seriously the bed bugs may reappear. Which will result in starting the whole process all over again.

Financial responsibility for Bed Bug Extermination and Relocation Costs

It is the Landlord’s responsibility to provide habitable housing and must pay for the bed bugs infestation. In some states such as seattle, this duty is explicit. But, determining who introduced the bed bugs and who must foot the bill is often very difficult in multi-unit buildings: Many tenants may be moving in and out. Some may have recently traveled abroad  and brought home bed bugs, and others may have picked up used furniture that contained bed bugs. As a result, landlords under their insurance policies) often end up footing the bill for extermination and relocation costs in properties with several rental units. Long-term renters of a single-family home may easily  be saddled with the cost because there won’t be any other residents to turn to. If the landlord fails to take care of a major bed bug problem, it may be possible to withhold rent. Or use the repair and deduct remedy to cover costs such as extermination, break the lease, move out early or even sue the landlord for damages. Eradicating bed bug infestations caused by the tenant, however, can be the tenant’s financial responsibility. If the tenant is clearly the source of the bed bug problem, renters’ insurance should cover the costs of moving out and replacing any ruined belongings.

Commercial Exterminators for Bed Bugs: Estimated Cost of Bedbug Removal-Check Prices

Bed bugs can be a very itchy problem for homeowners or apartment tenants! Not only are those annoying, blood-sucking pests that often reside in mattresses liable to leave you with a rash, but getting rid of them will cost some money, too.

DIY Bed Bug Control Products Cost

DIY bed bug control products can cost as little as $20 to $60, but many homeowners end up having to spend much more than the initial investment. This is because bed bugs usually can’t be completely eliminated with just one spray or DIY treatment. In the long run, homeowners may end up spending just as much money on DIY products as would on a professional Bed bug exterminator.

Professional Bed Bug Costs to Exterminate

The cost to exterminate bed bugs will depend on how long it will take to prepare the home or commercial building for a bed bugs treatment and, the size of an infestation and a number of other factors. In most cases, the cost to remove and exterminate bed bugs in a home will run somewhere between $500 and $1500.

Look for an exterminator that charges a case-by-case fee, not a flat rate. There are a number of ways to remove bed bugs, and the differences between methods result in differences in cost. Exterminators that charge flat fees are usually much more expensive because set a high standard fee that will cover the cost of any type of bed bug removal method. In order to be assured a fair price, the exterminator must actually inspect the home and recommend treatments based on the actual conditions.

Talk to more than one pest control professional. While usually need to pay for an inspection, paying the money to have at least two exterminators look at the property and give a quote for removal can help save in the long run.

The most effective bed bug removal methods will involve more than just a heat treatment, freezing or pesticides. Cleaning, fumigating, steaming and other methods are usually combined in an effective, comprehensive treatment. If one pest control professional is charging way less than others, thats a red flag.

Ask about licensing and insurance. Make sure that the pest control professional  is licensed to do business in the state washington and fully insured in case something goes wrong during the treatment.

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ANTS ARE COSTING HOME AND COMMERCIAL BUSINESS BUILDING OWNERS AN ARM AND LEG THANKS TO PEST CONTROL SERVICES

Ants can be a particular nuisance when getting into homes. Garden or Black House ants aren’t thought to carry diseases, but the trouble is not knowing where foraging is outside, Them marching through food cupboards is a health risk. Ants will travel in a wide range searching for food, following trails establishing and clustering around the source of food, becoming a nuisance in homes, organizations and businesses.

Ants can enter homes for any number of reasons, but more than likely, for food. Homes and commercial business buildings just happens to be close to where a queen decided to set up a colony. There’s little chance that they’re going to go away on their own. Either have to learn how to get rid of ants, or let the Pest control for ants professionals take care of the Problem.

Ant Extermination-How to kill Remove and eliminate house ants

To find Ant nests, inspect along the carpet edges, doors, windows, and all areas of the kitchen. The easiest way to find a trail to the nest is to watch where ants go after reaching the food source. Finding Carpenter Ants through inspections at night is more effective since the larger Carpenter Ant is nocturnal. Try spotting Carpenter Ants emerging from damaged wood inside the house, or foraging outside in woodpiles, rotted or water damaged wood, and tree stumps. Outside the house, inspect around foundation walls, areas of vegetation, and mulch. Any vegetation found near patios and walls may hide some Ant nests or their trails.

Carpenter ants live in wood and tunnel through it. The best clue to look for is a small pile of very fine sawdust which are the remains of the wood that have been chewed through. Carpenter ants nest in moist wood located in foundations, decks, wood piles near houses, trees, gaps between boards, etc.

To figure out where ants are entering the house, track the ants back to the nest. Then exteminate all the ants in sight and watch for new ants to appear. Which will help to determine the general entry point. This may give clues to holes that need to be sealed up and possibly a rotting foundation or cracks under doors that give easy access.

Knowing the species of ant is important. Knowing the enemy, will help find where the nest is, what sources of food are attracting them and which control extermination methods will be the most effective. For example, tiny black ants generally reside in their colony outdoors. They enter structures in order to scavenge for food such as sugar, starches and meat. A tiny black ant infestation is best treated by following the ant’s trail back to the colony and treating the problem at the source. The next step would be sealing off all entry points so any remaining or future ants cannot get into the house or commercial business buildings. On the other hand, carpenter ants require a much more dedicated approach. Carpenter ants are very hard to control, especially since they prefer to nest in moist wood. These nests can cause wood damage, and since moist wood is typically found in previously damaged locations (e.g., places with leaks, foundations that were exposed to the elements, etc.), this can potentially create a bigger nuisance than just having a few ants walking across the counter. Carpenter ant nests are difficult to find since nesting is in a variety of locations both inside and outside the Property. A more thorough investigation will have to be conducted by a ants control professional to determine the most effective pest control plan for battling carpenter ants.

Cost of Ant Exterminators

Hiring a pest control service for ants professional is the best way to get rid of ants. Ignoring the situation will not make the problem go away. The cost of calling in a pro to take care of the pestant problem with no additional services or inspections can cost as little as $199.00  but it will not get rid of the ants in one treatment. Inspection and treatment wall voids where indicated: through electrical and plumbing, plates, and collars in areas of consistent or heavy activity. Inspection and treatment under and behind, baseboards and cabinetry. In some homes, treatment of roof beams and tongue and groove ceilings. Where possible, all natural, fresh water diatomaceous earth in areas where it will not become airborne. suggestiong of drilling and injecting, or other effective treatment strategies. The average service inlcudes treatment of the exterior, the attic & sub-areas, treatment of suspect wall voids, and spot treatment of interior activity.

Ants Extermination do it yourself pest control

Do-It-Yourself pest control methods may kill a few visible ants which may seem that the infestation has been taken care of. But it does nothing to eliminate the thousands upon thousands that are not visible. Ants may be in non-visible areas that can actively be damaging the structure of the home. Home remedies and Over the counter pesticide sprays may be used and act like repellants but may only extinguish ants on the surface and not at the unseen sources. Unlike other types of ants, baits do not work on Carpenter Ants. When given the chance to access their preferred food sources, aphid secretions and other live insects, Carpenter Ants may remove baits in their way, but will not consume them.Any Carpenter Ant Control strategy must eliminate all the ants homes and commercial business buildings, not just the ones seen, and protect  Properties from future damage and re-infestation.

Ant control products that can be purchased at local hardware store comes in many forms. It’s important to remember that these substances may be harmful if the product label directions are not followed. Unfortunately, in most cases won’t solve an ant infestation. Sprays are meant to kill the ants visible and act as a deterrent. Most over-the-counter products have no residual (or lasting) effect. If the ants are still able to enter the home or commercial business building, Ants will simply find a way around the spray. Plus, their colony will still be intact, producing more and more ants, all of which will be hungry. Some colonies are nearly impossible to reach without special equipment. If a colony or nest is located within  walls, a simple spray that anyone can buy will not be sufficient to properly treat the colony. Similarly, outdoor colonies can extend far below the surface, which is where most over-the-counter treatments stop working.

To prevent further Carpenter Ant infestations:

Trim all trees and bushes so branches do not touch the house.

Correct moisture problems such as leaky roofs and plumbing.

Paint and/or seal exposed wood construction before it becomes wet.

Replace rotted, water-damaged, and previously Ant-infested wooden parts of the structure.

Eliminate wood/soil contacts.

Remove dead stumps on the property and store firewood off the ground and away from the structure.

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Pest control for ants

Get Rid of Ants in a Natural Way
Have you been trying to eliminate the ants from your house for a longer period of time and yet they keep on coming back? This is indeed an annoying problem for every homeowner. When ants invade your home, it is already the time to battle. There are different types of ants that might intrude your home and surely, you will find difficulty in eliminating them, most especially if you are not able to find the nest or the place where they came from.
Though there are some homeowners who are no bothered when they see ants, since they can trail everywhere outdoors however once they see that it is already trailing on their kitchen countertops, walls and other parts of the house, it is the time when they start to spring in action. There are different types of ants and these might invade your home anytime soon. So to get rid of ants, some prefers to make use of pesticides however after few days, a new set of ants are again trailing inside the house. On the other hand, did you know that there are natural ways to kill ants?
Identify the Ants
If you are dealing with different types of ants in your house, you should know that detective work is an important part in the process of eradicating them however there is actually much more on it. Identifying the most effective way to treat ants greatly depends upon the specific type of ant you have in your house. Every species has different preferences in food, behaviours as well as remedies which will be effective in ensuring that the ants are kept away from your home. There are also ants which are specific to region.
House Ants
House ants are attracted to sweets and these are usually found in the kitchen. It also leaves chemical pheromone trail on the areas or parts of the house they travel. Once you have killed the house ants you see on the kitchen countertops or walls for example, you will notice that after few minutes, a new set of ants are again following the trail and showing up on the same areas. And for this, surely homeowners will become too annoyed. Killing the entire colony is very much important. Once you have seen few ants trailing around, you can sponge them through the use of soapy water and surely, the pheromone trail will be eliminated. Also, make sure to work on it as fast as you can and find out where they are getting into your home and start placing homemade ant bait on the entry points.
Pest Control for House Ants
You can stop the trailing of house ants or finally get rid of them through an effective ant control home remedy. House ants can be killed by the use of Borax as well as powdered sugar as it attracts them easily. You can make your own homemade bait through carefully mixing 1 part of Borax along with three parts powdered sugar. Get tiny containers like bottle caps and fill it with this homemade bait. You can place it closer to the place where house ants usually enter. In addition, if you have seen trails of ants on any part of your house, place the mixture directly on their path. Through this, you can have the assurance that the house ants will be prevented from travelling around your home.
Carpenter Ants
These types of ants are usually found around the house, usually in wooden areas. Carpenter ants do not carry bait back into their nests that is why you have to kill them right on their course, meaning you have to do some sort of detective work in order to find their nests. The use of borax and sugar bait is not an effective way to get rid of carpenter ants as they will just feed on it. Such types of ants will live outdoors closer to you house and will eventually intrude your home and search for water and food.
So how can you find their nest? Most of the carpenter ants are living in tunnels or wooden areas. If you find it hard to look for their nest, the best clue for this is that, you can look out for them on small piles of too fine sawdust – these are remains of the wood chewed by the carpenter ants. You can also find these ants on moist wood such as in decks, foundations, trees, wood piles nearest to your home, gaps between boards and other areas.
Are there natural ways to kill carpenter ants?

There are a lot of ant control home remedies for carpenter ants however the best possible way to get rid of them is through the use of DE or Diatomaceous Earth, which is completely organic and natural. This is made of the tiny remains of algae-like plants. If you want to make sure that you will completely get rid of ants, the food grade DE should be injected into the nest of the ants directly. You can make use of a medicine dropper in order to squirt dry diatomaceous earth into the cracks where the nest of the ants has been found. This should be reapplied right after the rain.
Other Pest Control for Ants
There are also other natural ways to kill ants and these include the following:
• Sprinkle cinnamon near the entry points.
• Pour few drops of peppermint essential oil in a cotton ball and place it in areas where ants are usually crawling around.
• Rub little Vaseline near the areas where they are entering your house.
• There are some ants that don’t like baby powder. So with this, you can sprinkle baby powder around your home’s perimeter or even indoors.
These are just few of the home remedies for ants that you can do if you want to completely get rid of the annoying ants, trailing around the corner. On the other hand, if in case the home remedies are not that effective in your case, you can ask for professional service providers.

RODENT EXTERMINATION SERVICES IS NOT TRAPPING BUT A PROCESS IN PEST CONTROL FOR RATS AND MICE

PEST CONTROL FOR MICE AND RATS SERVICES

Clean up any urine and droppings. Wear rubber, latex, or vinyl gloves when cleaning urine and droppings. Use a paper towel to pick up the urine and droppings, and dispose of the waste in the garbage.Since it is hard to tell if a mouse or a rat carries a hantavirus, it is best to avoid all wild mice and rats and to safely clean up any rodent urine,droppings, or nests in your home. Dogs and cats cannot give people hantavirus infections.

Before taking any steps to control a rodent problem, be sure to inspect the premises inside and out. Conducting a thorough inspection will be critical for helping decide which method of control is right. To conduct an inspection, use a flashlight to examine dark areas where rodents like to hide. Be sure to look up, down and all around for signs where rodents travel.

Traps are one way homeowners can control a mice infestation. Pest control services can help provide alternative solutions in order to eradicate rodents from houses or building in a safe manner. Identifying the correct rodent culprit and understanding their behavior can help select the right rodent control solution and help prevent future infestations.

Tell-tale signs of rats and mice include:

1. Rodent droppings are a sure sign that rats or mice are present, and will indicate the type of rodent, the size of the infestation, and where the rodents are most active.
   – Mouse droppings are small, less than one quarter inch, and pointed on both ends.
   – Rat droppings are half an inch or larger. Norway rat droppings are blunt at both ends, while Roof Rat droppings are have pointed ends.
   – New droppings are shiny and putty-like in texture, while old ones are hard and crumbly.
   – Varying feces sizes indicate that juveniles and adults are present, and lots of droppings may be an indication of a large infestation.
   The location of any of these droppings indicates active areas where bait or traps should be placed and the type signifies whether to place rat or mouse traps/products.
2. Rodent urine has a strong musky odor. With large infestations you can easily smell it.
3. Gnawed holes of a mouse are small, clear-cut, and about the size of a dime. Gnawed rat holes are large, about the size of a quarter, with rough torn edges.
4. Oily rub marks are left in places where rodents travel along walls. If rub marks smear, know they are fresh. Gnaw marks on wood around the house also are a sign. Tooth marks about one eighth inch long are typical of rats and small scratch marks are a sign of mice.
5. Common rodent pathways are generally along interior walls, building foundations, ledges, pipes, electrical wires, conduits, tree branches and fence rails.
6. For nesting, Norway rats burrow deep in the ground outdoors. Roof rats typically nest above ground in attics, trees, or dense vegetation. Mice will shred paper, string, and other pliable materials to build their nests indoors.
7. Scratching sounds at night can indicate that rodents, which are nocturnal, are scampering around inside walls and along floors
8. Pets tend to act unusual when they hear or smell rodents in the house. Pests may appear extremely alert, bark, or begin to paw at spaces beneath refrigerators, stoves, or low-clearance pieces of furniture.

House Mouse Prevention & Control

Homeowners can take preventive measures to avert a rodent infestation. Mice and rats are flexible creatures; mice can squeeze through holes no larger than a nickel while rats can scoot through holes as small as a half dollar. Therefore, one of the first things a homeowner should do is inspect for possible entry holes, both inside and outside of the home.

Plumbing fixtures and any other piping or equipment that penetrates walls, floors or ceilings should be investigated. Holes made to facilitate installations can often leave gaps large enough for rodents to enter the home. Check under all sinks, drains, dryer vents and washing machine piping. Additionally, check the area around water heaters and furnaces as these warm areas attract rodents.

Inspect all floor vents and ductwork for gaps left open during installation. Of course, the attic is a prime location for rodent entry, so check for holes around the edges and missing ventilation covers. Cabinets, especially those on outside walls, should be checked for openings.

Inspect the doors and windows, both from the inside and outside of the home. Gaps not only allow rodent entry, but are energy wasters as well. Inspect the foundation for cracks and gaps. Check the entry locations of all water, plumbing and gas piping and electrical lines. Don’t forget to look for gaps where the TV cable enters your home.

Small holes can be filled with caulking, steel wool or expanding foam products. If sealing with steel wool, secure it with silicone caulking or adhesive. Large holes can be covered with lath screen or metal, cement, metal sheeting and hardware cloth. These materials are readily available at your local home improvement center or hardware store. While you are at it, don’t forget to inspect your outbuildings for entry points.

Rat Damage To Home, Electric Wires

Mice and rats can be carriers of various diseases, either directly or indirectly. The rodent, itself may be infected with a number of diseases; it may have parasites that bring the diseases into the home. Note that the Bubonic Plague of the middle 1300s was spread, not so much by the rodents themselves, but by the insects and parasites that they carried. From viruses to bacterial infections, these diseases can affect various body functions and systems, including pulmonary function, fevers and blood circulatory systems. Water supplies that are infected by rodent urine can cause deadly bacterial growth.

Rodents love to gnaw on everything. This can cause damage to electrical wiring, piping insulation and wood structural members. Many times, attics are nesting areas for rodents. They can cause considerable damage to attic insulation and electrical wiring.

Natural ways to get rid of mice in the home

There are several indicators of mouse and rat infestation. The presence of rodent droppings, small, dark pellets, is one of the first things a homeowner will notice. The droppings will not usually be found in piles, but scattered along the trail as the rodent explores. A few prime places to look for rodent droppings include underneath sinks, around the perimeter of a room and in cabinets.

Mouse and rodent nests are also good indicators. These nests are made of finely shredded paper or other fibrous material and located in sheltered areas.

Of course, gnaw marks and holes, especially in cardboard containers, are another prime sign. That’s why it is a good idea to keep cereal, grains and other foods in plastic or metal containers. Rodents tend to cache their food supply, so look for small pockets of food in sheltered locations as well.

If rodents have invaded the home, it is vital to control and eliminate them. Trapping is still one of the best and safest means of rodent control. Trapping the invader does not require the use of dangerous chemicals and pesticide agents; therefore, it is safer to do around small children and pets. Furthermore, trapping will allow for easy disposal of the rodent (whether dead or alive), thereby eliminating the odors that occur from dead animals in walls or other inaccessible areas when poisons are used.

Using the proper number of traps and placing them correctly is important for this method to be effective. Snap traps should be placed along walls and under or inside cabinets to capitalize on the rodent’s runway. They usually scurry along the edges of walls, stairs and other corners, so placing the trap with the trigger closest to the wall is most effective.

If you’d rather not kill the mouse, there are various live traps available in which the animal is lured by bait into a cage or box through a one-way door, trapping it inside. If you release it outside, be sure to do so a considerable distance from your house or anyone else’s. Otherwise, it’s likely to come back. Sticky paper traps, similar to flypaper, trap the rodent as it walks across its surface. These are generally used when the mouse is to be killed, but it’s also possible to release them by applying cooking oil to the glue.

Of course, poisons can also be used; however, extreme care must be used when handling poisons and steps must be taken to ensure the safety of children and pets. Many poisons can only be handled by licensed exterminators because of their danger.

How to Clean Up After Rodent, Rats, Mice, Mouse Infestation

Caution must be exercised when cleaning up after a rodent infestation. Ventilation is important, so open windows and doors, allowing the area to air out for at least 30 minutes.

The first step after ventilation is to clean up any urine and fecal droppings. Do not use a vacuum cleaner or broom to sweep up droppings or nesting materials as this will stir up dust and spread contamination. Use a commercial disinfectant or prepare a solution of 10 parts water to 1 part bleach and place in a spray bottle. Spray the solution on the droppings and nests, allowing them to soak for at least five minutes. Wear rubber, latex or vinyl gloves for protection. A respirator is also recommended.

Pick up the droppings, etc. with a paper towel and dispose of them immediately. Clean and disinfect the entire area with the disinfectant, including floors, shelves and countertops. After cleaning is completed, be sure to wash your hands and clothing before eating or ingesting any liquids.

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POORLY CONSTRUCTED BUILDINGS OR HOMES CAUSE PEST CONTROL ISSUES SO DOES LEAD IN WATER TO HUMAN HEALTH

A pest control service can help determine the scope of problem as well as help establish a plan to minimize the chances that pests will return. By the time rodents, cockroaches, Ants, Bed bugs or other insect are noticed in homes, it may already be too late. The sign of a single pest can indicate a much larger problem. An experienced pest control expert will narrow down the problem in a short period of time.

Expert suggestions for making houses or commercial business buildings unwelcome to bugs and other uninvited pests.

Make seasonal checks: Rodents seek shelter during cold winter months, so it’s important to check your homes for areas that may be susceptible to entry by tiny animals. Even small cracks in the foundation or small holes in the roof can be an invitation to squirrels, mice and other animals and bugs to enter your home.

Remove any wood piles or debris: Small animals and insects often take shelter in moist and dark areas. Don’t allow soil or mulch to build up around the foundation. Firewood should be stored away from the home.

Trim tree limbs and branches near the home: Animals like squirrels and raccoons can scurry across them to make their way into attics. Hiring a pest control service company to cut back overhanging limbs can remove a possible point of entry.

Seal holes or openings in windows and doors: Make sure they are properly sealed and caulked to prevent entry from small critters and insects. This will also make your home more energy efficient.

Secure containers indoors and outdoors: Make sure garbage cans and reycling bins are sealed and placed away from the house. If composting is done, consider doing so in a closed-top bin, and keep it as far from homes as possible.

Clean the kitchen: Clear food from all surfaces, clean dishes every night, and sweep floors of crumbs. To pests, kitchens could be perceived as a buffet, keeping it free of food that’s easily accessible.

Schedule regular inspections: Regular pest inspectons will avoid  an infestation or pest problem, have a professional periodically inspect and treat homes or commercial business buildings before one occurs. Ask about potential problems with termites, bed bugs or rodents.

“If you’re like me, you’d rather not share your space with wasps, spiders, stink bugs and other pests that often become more visible in the fall, any more than you want to see cockroaches, termites or other bugs that cause problems year-round. Fortunately, pest control pros have mechanical and chemical methods tokeep homes or buildings less inviting to creepy crawlies.”

Hiring pest control: “It’s a good idea to identify a reputable pest control pro for any critter crisis. Back in the spring, I had to call pest control to deal with wood-eating bees that had settled on our swing set and were scaring the kids.”

To stop many insect problems before they get a chance to start, consider contracting for periodic preventive services. These usually come with guarantees and can cost $230 to $350 for an annual visit, $80 to $100 for quarterly, and $40 to $60 for monthly service. Be aware that some pest control services provide or focus on eco-friendly products and procedures.

Steps to take before hiring a pest control company:

 

• Determine if state or locality requires licensing, including for the use of certain pesticides or chemicals, and verify that the pest control service pro is appropriately licensed.
• Confirm that liability and workers compensation insurance is in place, as well as bonding.
• Check consumer reviews before hiring.
• Get a detailed plan in writing.
• Be sure to understand all costs and procedures.
• Determine what guarantees are offered and understand the process to follow if the treatment doesn’t work.
  Let’s face it; pests and bugs are a part of life. The natural order of existence demands that creatures thrive in the great outdoors, but unfortunately, their adaptability has allowed them to sometimes flourish in the homes of humans.

Although such infestations can be rather annoying, they aren’t super expensive to get rid of, in fact, there are plenty of effective, affordable pest control methods, most of which do not include the use or application of harmful chemicals. The need of an expensive specialist to rid of bothersome bugs is not necessary, but if  contending with an extremely large, voracious, or damaging infestation, some professional pest control inspectionsassistance should be sought out immediately.

Pest control services are expensive Home remedies that cost way less recommended

Controlling ants organically: Most ant species are easy to control, and although you may be tempted to ignore one or two ants, this is often the best time to attack them. Simply combine 1/8 teaspoons of powdered boric acid with 1/2 teaspoon of honey and pour the concoction into a few bottle caps. Then place the caps anywhere you have seen ant trails or scout ants. Boric acid will only cost about $5 dollars for 12 ounces, and the honey is only a few bucks at any supermarket. The sweetness of the honey will instantly attract ants, and it won’t be long until the entire ant farm is laced with poison. Before you apply this method, make sure to keep it away from children and pets, as ants aren’t the only creatures who like sweet treats.

Natural cockroach control: Although there are thousands of different cockroach species, there are a few affordable pest control methods that are effective on almost all of them. Each recipe for cockroach control will only cost a few bucks, and chances are you already have the ingredients in your kitchen cupboard. Equal parts of baking soda and powdered sugar placed in a shallow bowl will do wonders on cockroach control. This sweet concoction will attract roaches quickly, and the included baking soda will kill them with ease. You can also kill cockroaches instantly by using a spray bottle filled with water and Ivory soap. The soapy mixture is lethal to these types of invasive pests.

How to be free of Bed bugs: A very simple and effective mixture can be created in your own kitchen for just a few dollars. You will need 25 drops of pennyroyal oil and eucalyptus oil, one teaspoon of “Cloud Nine” (a mixture of essential oils found in health-food stores), and a spray bottle. Add the oils to the spray bottle and fill with water. Let the concoction sit for 20 minutes before generously misting carpets, pets, clothing, furniture or beds. This mixture is all natural, nontoxic and each ingredient will only cost about $2 to $5.

Simple cheap remedy for termites: Mix four tablespoons of grape jelly, three tablespoons of canned cat food, and one tablespoon of boric acid for a quick and effective termite solution. Place a pinch of this recipe into any area you think termites might be nesting and wait. Hopefully, the workers will bring this mixture to feed the queen and offspring (much like ants), and the boric acid will go to work. Be sure to repeat this process a few times a year.

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Expert Pest Control Service Provider, AM/PM Exterminators offers affordable mice infestation control system that is not only effective and helps clearing any site from mice, but it is also family and pet friendly which means that AM/PM Exterminators make sure that they only use high quality products and latest methods that are safe for humans and pets. This is the reason AM/PM Exterminators is widely-trusted and recommended in Seattle.

Get Rid of Entry Points In attics and crawlspaces of homes or commercial business buildings.

One of the most effective ways to get rid of rats in attics or crawlspaces is to get rid of entry points that can be used to access homes or building. This means that any tree branches that homes upper-exterior should be trimmed. Trim tree branches and foliage that are within a few feet of  homes upper-exterior, as rats can often jump up to a foot in distance.

Inspecting for holes is another key step in removing access. Look for any holes attics walls, as well as its roof; remember  rats can chew through wood-based materials with ease. Seal them off with metal sheeting or concrete so that rats can’t chew through the seal to regain entry.

Check chimneys, gutters and vents to ensure that there are no excessive spaces. Cover spacings with galvanized wire-mesh screening in order to allow air flow while keeping rats out

“We use only non-toxic pest control products so that you are left with a safe & fresh environment, rid of the unwanted pests in your home. We use well tested and proven treatments that are both effective and efficient in preventing and controlling pest infestations. Our cutting-edge technologies ensure that our client’s facilities remain pest-free in a sustainable way,” stated the spokesperson of AM/PM Exterminators while discussing the family and pet friendly effective pest control services of AM/PM Exterminators.

Getting Rid of a Mice Problem in Seattle is a hefty job because there are not many trustable infestation control service providers available. And the ones that are available, are either very expensive or they are not effective enough. That is why customers of AM/PM Exterminators widely recommend the efficient and effective services of AM/PM Exterminators and they agree that rather than wasting a lot of time and money on other pest control service providers, one should hire the professional services of AM/PM Exterminators.

“For premises with rodent infestations, our team of pest control experts conducts a thorough inspection to determine the kind of rodents present and their species. Based on the outcome of the inspection, our team develops and implements and effective program that rids your premises of the rodents. We either use trapping, exclusion or baiting to control infestations and in some instances, all the three methods are applied,” stated the spokesperson of AM/PM Exterminators while discussing AM/PM Exterminators’ expert infestation control services and its rates.
He further added that they also offer removal and replacement of rodent-damaged insulation in attics and walls. So with AM/PM Exterminators one would never have to worry about field mice control because AM/PM Exterminators will take care of it all in the most cost-effective way possible.

So now, without wasting any more precious time and money on other pest infestation control service providers, one could try considering investing it in AM/PM Exterminators; and as guaranteed by AM/PM Exterminators – get the best result in lesser time and amount of money.

Rat Extermination & Control – Rodent & Mouse Pest Control

Seattle Commercial pest exterminators specialize in several Commercial rodent control services, including rat removal and mouse control, rodent damage control, rodent management, rodent prevention, residential and commercial rodent control. Our certified Commercial pest control specialists and pest exterminator operators are trained with the most advanced rodent control techniques, ranging from rodent control through trapping to rodent damage repair and rodent prevention,

Commercial Office Buildings, Hotels, Hospitals, and Retail Stores. Commercial buildings are constructed from types of materials and design methods that vary greatly in the degree of susceptibility to rodent infestation (for example, metal and concrete versus wood). Most structures eventually become less rodentproof due to deterioration, alteration, or repair. Heating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical service, and fire sprinklers provide some of the most commonly encountered rodent entry points.

Rats, mice and other rodents can become a nuisance when they come in close proximity to humans. In addition to spreading disease to both humans and household pets, rodents can also cause property damage and contaminate food sources. Rodent pest Control specializes in rodent control and removal to help you get rid of rodents in your home or business. A variety of lethal and non-lethal techniques, including exclusion, habitat modification, and trapping are available that may effectively control these pests.

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PEST CONTROL BUMPS UP PESTICIDE SPRAYING FOR ANTS

Avoiding situations that lead to dampening or rot of structural wood can prevent carpenter ants attack and establishment in most cases. Prevention can be further insured by periodic home inspections. inspecting the foundation and crawl space area. use a sharp pick or screwdriver to test the support beams, floor joists, sills, and other wooden structural material for signs of decay, dampness, or piles of sawdust and dead insects. Point out these clues to pest control professionals

“Just as we’re ready to enjoy the outdoors and warm weather, ants are starting to invade commercial business buildings and homes, particularly our kitchens, which can threaten more than just our plans for a summer cookout,” says Barbara Halat, vice president of Ampm exterminators. “It’s so important to take preventative measures, because ants aren’t just a nuisance, they can contaminate food, damage property and some even bite if they feel threatened.”

With an abandant food sources and great conditions to multiply, the black ants have taken over large areas of the state, wiping out native ant species and routinely invading human households. The aggressive insect also has become a major pest because these little guys are notoriously tough to control. Kill the ones crawling around the bathtub or kitchen counter and 95 percent of them remain alive and well back home in the nest.

The exterminators study is among a few to examine a phenomenon seattle king county washington to have long suspected: that the majority of ants invasions occur during winter rainstorms and summer droughts.

“Our goal was to determine if there really is an association between ant invasions and weather,” says Gordon, “and if so, does pesticide use affect the intensity of infestation.”

To find out, the Ampm exterminators team surveyed 69 households in the heart of Seattle King County Washington – from Redmond City to kirkland-between January 2004 and July 2006. Each week, participants were asked to estimate how many ants invaded their home and whether pesticides were used to control the invaders. Gordon and her co-workers also collected weekly temperature and rainfall data from nearby weather stations for comparison.

The results of the survey demonstrated an “impressive” relationship between weather and infestation, according to the reseachers of the study.

“Ants are most likely to enter homes in cold, wet conditions, typically in the winter in seattle king county washington,” they write, noting that a smaller peak in the level of infestation occurs during hot, dry conditions – typically in August and September.

To control infestations, participants in the study reported using a variety of ant killers:

Cleansers, such as bleach, ammonia, soap, Windex and Formula 409;
Herbal and natural products, including hot pepper, chili oil, lemon and vinegar;
Sprays, such as Raid, Black Flag and Hot Shot;
Baits and traps, including Combat, Grant’s and Ortho Ant Kill.
It turned out that none of these products were effective in preventing ant invasions, although some did reduce insect abundance when infestation was high following a rainstorm or during periods of drought. Even then, sprays proved to be only slightly more potent than household cleansers and baits in getting rid of ants, while herbal and natural remedies were the least effective.

“Our study shows that black ant behavior is clearly tied to the weather,” says Gordon, noting that ants probably invade kitchens and dining rooms to escape searing heat or excessive dampness – and there is little we can do to stop them.

“When you don’t have ants in your house, putting out pesticides won’t make any difference,” she concludes. “The most reliable cause of a decline in infestation may be a change in the weather. They come in because of the weather, and they go out because of the weather.”

Reason why black ants are so difficult to control is because of their unusual biology, observes Gordon.

“Unlike other species, Little black sugar ants have many queens, and the workers can go back to any nest, so it’s impossible to kill off a colony by killing off one queen,” he notes.

Unfortunately, adds Gordon, most pesticides are designed to eliminate ants on direct contact from the applicator – a strategy that not only is ineffective on ants but also damages the environment.

“Pesticides are toxic to people, to our drinking water and lake washington,” he says. “By putting out ant killers when there’s no infestation, we’re only harming ourselves.”

Gordon advocates using alternative methods to eliminate marauding ants during cycles of rain and drought.

“Ants drink the liquid bait, store it in their bodies and regurgitate it back in the colony where the queen, her young ones and other worker ants eat the poison and eventually die,” he suggests. “I also recommend ,Home infestations are often traced to the lawn, so treating the lawn often solves the problem. A chemical barrier is a temporary but effective ant spray treatment if applied around the outside of the house.”

Gordon is quick to point out that cleanliness has little to do with ants invasions. The insects might go after leftovers on your dining room table, she says, but it’s the weather – not the food – that brings them into your home in the first place.

Ants enter homes primarily in search of food, typically looking for sweets or substances containing protein, and eliminating these sources can help keep them at bay. Although ants have replaced cockroaches as one of the most difficult structural pests to control, preventative measures play a major role in avoiding infestations. NPMA offers the following tips to prevent and handle infestations:

• Wipe up crumbs and spills immediately
• Store garbage in sealed containers and remove from the home frequently
• Keep food packages closed or sealed and store products in tightly lidded containers
• Repair holes or gaps in window and door screens
• Seal cracks and holes on the outside of the home including entry points for utilities and pipes
• Keep tree branches and shrubbery well trimmed and away from the house
• Replace weather-stripping and repair loose mortar around basement foundation and windows
• If you suspect an ant or any pest infestation in your home, contact a licensed pest professional to inspect, identify and treat the problem

As much a part of spring and summer as picnics and barbeques, ants begin to move indoors in search of food as the weather warms. According to a survey by the National Pest Management Association more than half of consumers name ants as their top pest concern. With more than 700 species and huge colonies, it’s no wonder that an ant infestation is of the utmost concern in the warmer months.

How to Kill Ants with the Correct Products-Ant Control Product Types and How to Kill Ants with Each Type

Understanding the behavior of ants is the key to killing and getting rid ants. Using Professional pest control experts Kill Carpenter ants, Sugar Ants, little black ants in your kitchen house building. The ants you’re probably having trouble with are Pavement Ants and Pharaoh Ants, Both Odorous and Pavement ants as sugar ants. What do they eat? They eat sugar, sweets, and other scraps of food. This is why we call them sugar ants. Little black ants have also garnered the name “sugar ant,” though their real name is, well, Little Black Ants. Not a lot is known about Little Black Ants, except that they eat just about anything (including other insects) and they really like rotting wood and dark spaces. Getting rid of little black ants, however, despite how little is known about them from a biological perspective, is as easy as getting rid of sugar ants.

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AM/PM EXTERMINATORS NOW OFFERING PEST CONTROL SERVICES IN THE PUGET SOUND AREA

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Headquartered in Seattle, AM/PM Exterminators is a company providing professional pest, insect and rodent control services for residential and commercial clients both. The company has recently inaugurated three new office locations and expanded their services. AM/PM Exterminators now reportedly provides their service throughout the entire Puget Sound area. The new locations are situated in Redmond, Kent and Renton, Washington.Dealing with pests become easier with help from the experts. Find out the benefits of hiring pest control experts for both residential and business building.

Pests are everywhere, even in the cleanest home and office. Therefore, it is important for any home and business owners to be prepared for the worst to come. There are many things people can do to deal with pests, such as hiring professionals for the job. By combining their experience and advanced pest controlling equipment, these experts will help homeowners to get rid these pests and rodents from their place, while at the same time also preventing them from coming back in the future. Hiring the expert will make things a lot easier, especially with the fact that certain pests are not easy to handle. It requires adequate experience and expertise to get the job done.

Main reason why hiring professionals pest control service are the best option to do is simply because they are capable of solving the pest problem once for all. They are fully trained to handle any type of pests including rodents, bugs, insects, and even other dangerous wildlife that may invade anyone’s house or business places, such as snakes, bees, skunks, and more. Those who live in remote areas would understand how dangerous these pests could be especially if it wrongly treated and to mention also the damages they can make, which is why hiring these experts can be considered as an investment to avoid costly damages in the future.

Sometimes it is better to hire a pest control professional despite the high cost it usually makes. People can focus on their daily schedule while these experts help clean their house or business place from unwanted pests. It is also a good option for people with lack of experience in dealing these pests. There will be no more rats lurking in their kitchen at night which surely decreased the hygiene of their space. These experts know exactly what to do to handle each pest and conduct any preventions necessary to keep the house free of the unwanted pests.

However, people also need to know that not all pest control companies are offering good service. there are questions need to be asked to these professionals before one decided to hire them, such as how long they have been in the business, their track record, certifications, license, and much more. Also, it is necessary to get testimonials from their previous clients to see how well they get the job done. AMPM Seattle Exterminators is one of the best company people can go for high quality and reliable pest controlling solutions.

According to the company, they had endeavored to expand their service so they can serve to a larger clientele. “Got Bugs? Got Rodents? Contact Us,” states the company slogan on their official website at http://ampmexterminators.com/. People can also use the website to get in touch with the company, view their procedures and get price quotes. A spokesperson for AM/PM Exterminators made an official in press statement in which he discussed the services provided by the company and their new locations.

“Here at AM/PM Extermination, we are a very client oriented company and make sure that no matter what, we give our customers great results while still making sure that they don’t face any inconvenience. We offer professional and efficient rodent control, pest control and any other insect control services,” stated the spokesperson.

He further added about the new office locations “We have now expanded our service and are proud to be serving the entire Puget Sound area. With three new office locations in Redmond, Kent and Renton, we will be able to regulate optimum customer support and provide a high-quality service to all our clients.”