Pest Control & Crawl Space Space Articles
The Pacific NW Squirrel, Cute Furry Creatures or Pesky Rodent?
First, let’s get to know our little neighbor friends. There are about twenty five species of squirrels in the Pacific Northwest. Of the twenty five, there are five native species which consist of the Western Gray, the Douglas Squirrel, the California...
That Bird Feeder….It’s a Problem
Most people think they’re helping birds by placing feeders around their home or they just simply enjoy watching them. Whatever the purpose, bird feeders can do more harm than good. According to some, bird feeders are even a detriment to native bird...
Cracks in Homes Foundation From a Rat Infestation
Imagine not being able to go through your front door because the foundation has shifted. Burrowing underground, rats can destroy foundations over time if left untreated causing thousands in damage. Cracks in a homes foundation is a possible sign of a rat...
10 Interesting and Scary Facts about Rodents
Most of us are not a fan of rodents. If rodents have invaded our personal space the first thing we want to do is get rid of them and though this may be necessary, rodents are interesting creatures.10 Interesting and Scary Facts about Rodents1. Did you know...
Spring Pests of the Pacific Northwest
Besides bringing lots of rain in the Pacific Northwest, spring is a time where plants start to bloom and pests start to emerge. Some of the common pests you’ll see in this area are ants busying themselves in or around your home, wasps building nests, box...
Portland Monthly Magazine Pest Control Pro Tip
Home Pro Tip Featured in Portland Monthly Magazine We were honoured to be mentioned in the April issue of the Portland Monthly Magazine. Want to keep rodents out of your house? Brandon Clark, owner of Get Smart Rat Solutions, says to quit feeding backyard birds and...
Wildlife Eviction or Wildlife Trapping in the Pacific NW
A raccoon in the attic, squirrels in the home, an opossum attacking your chickens or cat …When confronted with wildlife in their own homes or backyards, many people often resort to what they see as a "humane solution"—live-trapping the animal and then...
Guide to Preventing a Rat Infestation
Rats are never a welcome visitor. They’re distressing, unsightly and can spread diseases. They can multiple quickly in large numbers and once they have established residence within or around your home they are not easy to get rid of through conventional...
Signs You May Have Rats
What are some signs that you may have a rat problem? There are two distinct reasons that rats can be attracted to your home or business. One is that they look for places of protection from the elements and predators for both themselves and their...
How Crawl Spaces Affect Your Home Air Quality
Your Crawlspace Could be Contaminating Your Indoor Air Have you ever heard of the Stack Effect? The Stack Effect is when water and excess moisture build up within your crawl space creating high levels of humidity. As the air warms, water vapor is...
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