Introduction: A False Sense of Security? Many homeowners in the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington area believe that a brand-new home means a pest-free home. After all, everything is freshly built—no cracks, no leaky plumbing, no aging insulation. What could...
Unwanted pests can wreak havoc on our homes, gardens, and crops, causing damage and spreading diseases. Fortunately, nature has provided us with some remarkable allies in the form of animals that help control these pests naturally. By recognizing their roles and...
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...