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Q: How do you tell if you have termites or ants?

• <div><p>Ant and termite infestations look very different. Since termites feed on wood, one of the warning signs of their presence is drooping drywall, peeling paint, loose floor tiles, and crumbling wood. On the other hand, ants feed on plant- and animal-based food options, so you&rsquo;ll likely spot a colony near your home&rsquo;s food sources. If you&rsquo;re unsure what type of pest infestation you have, hire a pest control specialist to inspect for you. </p></div>

Q: What smells and scents keep roaches away?

• <div><p>Roaches have a strong sense of smell and are repelled by a variety of potent aromas. Scents that can help deter them include citrus (such as lemon and orange), herbs like peppermint, mint, basil, thyme, and oregano, spices like bay leaves, cinnamon, clove, and garlic, as well as lavender, eucalyptus, citronella, tea tree oil, and vinegar.</p><p>You can use these scents in several ways to create an unwelcoming environment for roaches:</p><ul><li><p><b>Plants:</b> Place mint or lavender plants in your home or garden.</p></li><li><p><b>Powders and Leaves:</b> Sprinkle garlic powder or place crushed bay leaves and citrus peels in high-risk areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and entry points.</p></li><li><p><b>Sprays:</b> Create a diluted solution with scents like lemon or vinegar to spray in your home. These can also be used in cleaning products or as room fresheners.</p></li><li><p><b>Essential Oils:</b> While essential oils of these scents can be used, be cautious as they can be toxic to pets if inhaled.</p></li></ul><p>It is important to note that while these smells can help keep roaches away, they typically do not kill them and may not be enough to drive out an existing infestation entirely. For best results, combine these scent-based deterrents with regular cleaning. Be sure to clean up all food spills, crumbs, and dirty dishes promptly, and keep trash cans covered with a tight-fitting lid to remove potential food sources.</p></div>

Q: Does pest control require contracts?

• <div><p>Not usually. Most pest control will offer one-off services without the need to sign a contract. However, for especially large projects, or treatments that will involve additional trips for months into the future, pest control companies may require you to sign a contract. </p></div>

Q: Can you remove a wasp nest yourself?

• <div><p>You can remove a wasp nest yourself, but it isn&rsquo;t a good idea. Although it looks easy enough to hit down a nest with a broom, wasps may be inside or around the nest and are known for getting aggressive when their nest is threatened. If you follow our guidelines for removing wasps nests with pesticide spray, insecticidal dust, water and dish soap, or boiling water, you may be able to safely tackle the problem.</p></div>

Q: Why hire professionals for termite control?

• <div><p>Ensures thorough identification and eradication, preventing extensive property damage.</p></div>

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They gave the job their best effort and everything turned out just fine Our driveway looks great and will for a long time
EA Paving, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2025
Quick and efficient Dig out for new build, installed french drain, boulder wall installed Pole barn build
Top Quality Construction LLC
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Reviewed in June 2025
We were unable to keep up with our yard so we hired Joshua. He got the job done, fast and effortlessly.
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Reviewed in October 2024
Niel was very nice to work with.
Kaufman Specialties
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Reviewed in April 2024
Tom was very prompt to schedule and arrive on time. He kept me informed of where he was and when he would arrive. He explained every thing he was doing to service our garage door and what had caused the problem. I plan on using Tom again for servicing our door to avoid any problems in the...
Thomas Garage Doors Installation and Service LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Fast, careful, efficient and caring.
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Reviewed in February 2022
This project couldn't have gone any better. The workers showed up on time and were very friendly. They understood what I wanted and executed it without flaw.
N Wilson Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
I am beyond pleased with the work provided by this company! My 4100 sq ft house and 72' x 48' two story barn were in need of a paint job and some repairs. From the onset, communication with the owner, Evan, and their estimator, Brady, was clear and concise. Evan worked diligently in getting the...
Apex Paint and Remodel LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
I am beyond pleased with the work provided by this company! My 4100 sq ft house and 72' x 48' two story barn were in need of a paint job and some repairs. From the onset, communication with the owner, Evan, and their estimator, Brady, was clear and concise. Evan worked diligently in...
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Reviewed in April 2021
Great work! My driveway, walkway, porch and paver patio look almost new. Austin called me soon after I put in my request and he was easy to communicate with by email afterwards. By that, I mean he responded quickly, which is important to me nowadays, because most contractors are not that way....
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All Natural Pest Elimination

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh is who usually comes to our house and he is very thorough in searching for signs of mice as well as area where they can get into the house. He checks for the bees in the summer and ants & other pests throughout the year
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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

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"Very knowledgeable guy who seem to know what he’s doing. Don’t know results of spraying. Have had much rain since. Will have to see if it worked. Terminex will spray again the beginning of next month."

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 1901

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When you hire an Orkin Pro, you can be confident you're receiving the service you expect, from the pest control experts you can trust. Not all pest problems are the same, and not all homes need the same types of treatment. Your Orkin Pro is trained to identify and treat the root of your particular pest problem. Upon thorough inspection, they will create a customized treatment plan that effectively targets pest problems exactly where they appear in your home both inside and out, all year long. The Orkin Guarantee: Our promise to you, we are not satisfied until you are satisfied. Orkin means peace of mind when it comes to pest control.\n

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Bug Zapper Pest Control

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

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"They did a great job! Would highly recommend Bug Zapper Pest Control!"

Mole Removal Eugene & Mole Removal Roseburg

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Western Pacific Northwest

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1921

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"Jovany Maldonado does an amazing job has been our pest control agent for several years goes the xtra mile to take care of our pest control needs would highly recommend him and his company"

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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"We found evidence of termite infestation. They responded quickly and inspected property the following day. Price was reasonable and employee was knowledgeable. He explained scope of work and options thoroughly. We added pest control as additional price was very reasonable. Work was performed the following day and we are satisfied with service."

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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"I would like to hire them as our pest control people"

Response time12 hrs

Response rate93%

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to All About Pests! We specialize in residential pest control services. All About Pests has been serving the Salem area for over 3 years. We will work with you from the first sign of unwanted guests in your home through until the last bug is squashed. All About Pests can handle any insects, bugs, rodents, or small animal that you need removed from your property.\n\nWe work fast, pay attention to detail, and will not rest until you are satisfied!\n\nGive us a call today!

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

"They came out and sprayed the outside of the home and under the crawl space. The person who took my order on the phone promised that the service provider would leave a special spray for bugs that was eco-friendly. The provider said this was not available in the northwest yet. He said that other people had told him the same thing. False promise?"

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Superior Roof, Gutter and Contracting LLC

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Serving Gates, OR and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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"ROMEL GOT TO ENCOUTER OUR BATS! HE DIDN'T BAT AN EYE (PUN INTENDED)..HE EVEN OFFERED TO COME BACK NEXT YEAR! HE WAS VERY RESPECTFUL AND WORKED VERY HARD. ROOF LOOKS LIKE NEW. I ASKED HIM TO RETURN IN A WEEK OR SO TO HELP WITH SOME WINDOW WASHING. THANK YOU Romel."

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Ant and termite infestations look very different. Since termites feed on wood, one of the warning signs of their presence is drooping drywall, peeling paint, loose floor tiles, and crumbling wood. On the other hand, ants feed on plant- and animal-based food options, so you’ll likely spot a colony near your home’s food sources. If you’re unsure what type of pest infestation you have, hire a pest control specialist to inspect for you.

Roaches have a strong sense of smell and are repelled by a variety of potent aromas. Scents that can help deter them include citrus (such as lemon and orange), herbs like peppermint, mint, basil, thyme, and oregano, spices like bay leaves, cinnamon, clove, and garlic, as well as lavender, eucalyptus, citronella, tea tree oil, and vinegar.

You can use these scents in several ways to create an unwelcoming environment for roaches:

Plants: Place mint or lavender plants in your home or garden.
Powders and Leaves: Sprinkle garlic powder or place crushed bay leaves and citrus peels in high-risk areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and entry points.
Sprays: Create a diluted solution with scents like lemon or vinegar to spray in your home. These can also be used in cleaning products or as room fresheners.
Essential Oils: While essential oils of these scents can be used, be cautious as they can be toxic to pets if inhaled.

It is important to note that while these smells can help keep roaches away, they typically do not kill them and may not be enough to drive out an existing infestation entirely. For best results, combine these scent-based deterrents with regular cleaning. Be sure to clean up all food spills, crumbs, and dirty dishes promptly, and keep trash cans covered with a tight-fitting lid to remove potential food sources.

Not usually. Most pest control will offer one-off services without the need to sign a contract. However, for especially large projects, or treatments that will involve additional trips for months into the future, pest control companies may require you to sign a contract.

You can remove a wasp nest yourself, but it isn’t a good idea. Although it looks easy enough to hit down a nest with a broom, wasps may be inside or around the nest and are known for getting aggressive when their nest is threatened. If you follow our guidelines for removing wasps nests with pesticide spray, insecticidal dust, water and dish soap, or boiling water, you may be able to safely tackle the problem.

Ensures thorough identification and eradication, preventing extensive property damage.

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