Rodent
Lyme disease, a debilitating tick-borne illness, is on the rise in the Pacific Northwest. This alarming trend poses a growing public health threat to residents of this beautiful region, known for its lush forests and outdoor recreational opportunities. Understanding Lyme Disease Lyme disease is an infectious illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and is…
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As a renter, it’s important to know your rights and responsibilities when it comes to pest control in your rental home. In Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, there are specific rules that determine who is responsible for pest control. Understanding the rules around rental homes will help both the tenant and the landlord ensure their…
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This winter in the PNW is predicted to be a cold one from the start and that means that pests like rats will be looking for places to keep warm. However, rats do not hibernate during the winter, so where they find shelter will also be a place that is close to a food source…
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When it comes to selling a home there is a lot of front-end work that needs to be accomplished so that your home grabs the attention of a buyer. One of these things is making sure that your home is pest free before you place it on the market. Here are some pest control tips…
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The most common disease transmitted to humans through another species is Lyme disease. With reports of deer ticks being confirmed it has people wondering if Lyme disease will become a problem for people living within Clark County. For years there have only been reports of less than two cases but last year there were already…
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Year after year easter eggs are tossed into grasses and many other spaces where they can go unseen in hopes that children will find them. Backyards, parks, culdesacs, and even inside homes get littered with easter eggs as kids await the cue that they can come out in search of candy-filled eggs. The excitement is…
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When we think about allergies we often think about the weather. Springtime is one of the biggest allergy seasons for those that suffer from weather-related allergies but did you know that pests can actually be a cause of allergic reactions as well? Since pests in the home can go unnoticed it’s easy for this fact…
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Do you ever notice how wildlife starts to behave in the winter? Have you noticed how common pests around your home seem to behave differently during different seasons? Pests, in general, have specific missions within each season or cycle of life and the winter season happens to be one where they look for shelter and…
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Warehouses can be a haven for a variety of pests. With easy access into these spaces and lots of places to hide there are a number of critters that could enter and find refuge. Especially those that store food products. So what pests could be lurking in your warehouse? Rodents One of the most common…
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When you go to eat out at a restaurant you’re not thinking about potential pests in the place you will be eating but the reality is that the nature of this industry attracts some pests in specific. Here are some pests that every restaurant owner should be aware of. Flies on Your Restaurant Food Flies…
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