Ants are one of the most common insects found all around the world. New species of ants continue to be found even today. In fact, scientists speculate that they have only identified about half of all possible species. Ants are found from the arctic to the tropics and on every island in the world. This […]
If you’ve ever had your home invaded by ants, then you know that you don’t want it to happen again. A trail of those industrious pests meandering through your cupboards, marching over your floors, and swarming along cabinets and doorways is a traumatic experience not to be repeated. Instead of dealing with an ant infestation […]
Many think that household pests hibernate during the winter. While there are varieties that do, there are some types that remain active when the colder weather hits. Especially if they already have adequate shelter in your home or business. Carpenter ants are one of these pest varieties. Just because you don’t see them entering and […]
Ants are a common summertime pest. The warm weather allows them to move about easily, and there’s more outside activities to attract them to your home. As we move into cooler weather, though, the threat of ants doesn’t subside, particularly with regard to carpenter ants. Carpenter ants can cause serious structural damage to your home […]
Commonly known as summertime picnic ruiners, ants are a common site in the Seattle and Greater Puget Sound region. These insects are quite pesky to get rid of sometimes, as it’s not always clear where their main colony is. A proper ant control plan will be helpful especially in the warmer months to ensure that […]
With all the water and green foliage that encompasses the Greater Puget Sound Region, ants of all varieties tend to gravitate towards this area to make their homes. This becomes a problem when these ants want to make a home in the space you’ve already claimed as your home or business. Ants are attracted to […]
Temperatures are rising and the sun is starting to be a more regular part of our lives again, but unfortunately this comes with a risk of pests finding their way into your home as well. Household ants are the most common and infuriating pest offender in these cases. Figuring out how they’re even getting in […]
Are you seeing wood or structural damage in your home? Are you confused about what pest to look for as a culprit? It could be that you’re suffering from termite or carpenter ant damage. Both of these pests are notorious for damaging wood in various places in your home, but it’s important to know which […]
Formica Obscuripes, or Thatching Ants, get their more common name from creating large mounds they build from various yard debris, such as small sticks, grass stems, leaves, pine needles, and/or whatever the common area vegetation allows. Similar to a ‘thatched roof’, the mounds are thought to collect solar radiation, providing warming during cooler periods, while […]
While Seattle temperatures are seemingly cold enough to force pests and insects into hibernation during winter, some home and business owners still struggle with ants in winter – appearing inside during this season. This may seem like a small, inconsequential scenario, but ant activity in winter possibly signals a dangerous lapse in your home or […]