The temperatures are rising again, and the world outside is coming back to life! Unfortunately, that means that a lot of your least favorite Pacific Northwest pests are also becoming more active. A few preventative steps can help make your spring more enjoyable, so in today’s blog, the PestLock te…Read More
The key to enjoying a pest-free home in any season is catching an infestation early and turning to the experts. This spring, as you’re cleaning out your home from the dust and dreariness of winter, keep an eye out, and you may be able to avoid the consequences of a pest infestation like illness or…Read More
The colder months will chase some pests away, but for others, it only gives them more motivation to move into your home or business. In fact, a survey by the National Pest Management Association showed that almost half of all rodent infestations take place during the fall or winter. Because mice and…Read More
When the temperatures dip and the rain starts turning to snow, you may think that you’re safe from pests from the season. Unfortunately, the experts at PestLock know that’s far from true. Some pests do hibernate at this time of year, like the stinging insects we help Portland residents handle, b…Read More
With temperatures hovering in the 60s and the leaves changing on the trees, it’s official: fall has arrived in Portland. While this is a beautiful time of year in the Pacific Northwest, there are a few pests who are not deterred by the cooler weather. PestLock is your Top Rated Local® pest contro…Read More
With cooler temperatures and shorter days, fall is in the air in the Pacific Northwest. This has many Portland homeowners thinking about the holidays and what kind of tasty treats they will whip up for friends and family. There is nothing worse than sifting through your baking goods only to discover…Read More
Nothing is more frustrating than a stubborn ant infestation that you just can’t seem to get rid of. You may have tried everything from expensive bait stations that you can get from your local hardware store to natural remedies found online, but still, these troublesome insects just won’t go away…Read More
When it comes to pests that can damage your home, there are none quite as destructive as wood-destroying organisms. This broad category includes pests like wood-boring beetles, carpenter ants, and termites. Termite damage and repairs cost U.S. homeowners billions of dollars every year, and in the Pa…Read More
As a homeowner, you want to do everything possible to protect the health of your home and your family. Keeping your home and garden well-maintained is important, and if they aren’t already, preventive pest control measures should be an important part of your regular maintenance routine. PestLock i…Read More
It might seem like summer just got started, but fall will be here before you know it. As the season draws to a close in July and August, there are many late-summer pests that are known for causing problems around the Vancouver region. While some of them are harmless, others can cause major health is…Read More
