Frequently our phone rings with panicked Eugene residents concerned that they might have bed bugs. Fortunately, most of these homes are found to not actually contain bed bugs after a detailed inspection by our trained technicians. That said, we regularly do treat active bed bug infestations throughout Lane and Douglas Counties. We’re well aware of […]
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Pacific Northwest Rodents Part 2 – Mice
When it comes to rodents in the Pacific Northwest, mice are abundant and one of the most prolific breeders you may encounter. We’ve covered rats, and now it’s time to shed a little light on mice. Specifically, lets look at the three species you’re most likely to encounter in our region. If you live in […]
Read ArticleNorthwest Rodents – Pt. 3: The Outliers
In this third and final part to our series on rodents in the Pacific Northwest, we’ll focus on the outliers, or, those rodents not as commonly encountered in or near our homes. Specifically, we’ll be taking a look at the voles, nutria, and porcupines. Most people will not have domestic run-ins with these critters (though […]
Read ArticleHow to Get Rid of Bed Bugs – For GOOD!
How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs Bed Bugs in Douglas and Lane Counties are becoming a mounting problem! Contrary to common myths, bed bug infestations are not based on unclean environments. In fact, bed bugs are often found in very clean, expensive homes and hotels! Bed bugs are very good hitchhikers and can be easily transported […]
Read ArticleHow To Choose A Pest Control Service
So, you’ve just discovered a large spider inside your home, or maybe millions of ants just invaded your kitchen. You need help now, but what criteria should you use to choose a pest control company? Which pest service is right for you? Are they all really that different? We’ve decided to weigh-in here, and give […]
Read ArticleHiring a Pro vs. DIY Pest Control – Which is Best
The old adage goes, “if you want something done right, do it yourself.” Being industrious and independent go hand-in-hand with being American, and we understand the fulfillment that comes from tackling a project and getting a task done with some good, old-fashioned grit and elbow grease. That being said, there are some jobs that are […]
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First of all, mice are a little dumb, but that fact won’t help much when you have tried everything and are still having trouble getting rid of mice in your home. What they lack in cleverness, they make up for in tenacity and hunger. A Few Things You Need To Know About Mice Top Places To Look For Mice Helpful […]
Read ArticleBugs with Pincers: Everything You Need to Know about Earwigs
Do Earwigs (a.k.a. Pincer Bugs) Really Pinch? What’s the story of “earwigs”? Do they really get into your ears? A longstanding rumor is that earwigs burrow into people’s ears to enter the brain, where female earwigs lay eggs. Frightful! If that wasn’t bad enough, the names “Pincer Bug” or “Earwig” accompanied by those prehistoric-looking, gigantic […]
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