What should I consider when hiring an ant exterminator?

• <div><p>There are several things to consider before you hire a professional exterminator:</p><ul><li><p>Do they have the proper licensing?</p></li><li><p>Are they experienced?</p></li><li><p>Do they use eco-friendly products?</p></li><li><p>Are their products pet safe?</p></li></ul><p>These are questions to ask yourself when you’re on the hunt for an ant exterminator, but you can also ask the exterminator or pest control company directly.</p></div>

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Q: What time of year is best for pest control?

• <div><p>Generally, spring is the best time to hire a pest control service, but it also depends on when you notice the infestation. Insect pest numbers are lower in spring before they hatch, making the extermination and prevention process more manageable as nests and eggs of future pests are eliminated. However, don&rsquo;t hesitate to hire a pest control specialist when you spot signs of a problem.</p></div>

Q: Do water bugs chase you?

• <div><p>Water bugs won&rsquo;t actively chase you, but they earned the nickname &ldquo;toe-biters&rdquo; for good reason. Water bugs are highly defensive. They typically rest an inch or so below water, waiting for prey. But if they feel threatened by a human that gets close, they may inject the person with a harmless venom from their legs, which may feel like a bite.</p></div>

Q: How long can fleas live without a host?

• <div><p>Fleas can live a f<b>ew days to about two weeks</b> without a host. Adult fleas have less survival time than eggs, larvae, and pupae do. It's possible for flea pupae to lay dormant and live for up to a year in optimal conditions. Cleaning and treating flea infestations is essential to prevent pupae from having the suitable conditions that allow them to survive without a host. </p></div>

Q: What eats silverfish?

• <div><p>Notably, earwigs, centipedes, and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-spiders.htm">spiders</a> all enjoy a silverfish lunch. You can&rsquo;t turn to natural predators to fix your silverfish problem: In fact, one issue with silverfish is that they can bring in unwanted earwigs into the house or cause a minor infestation of hungry spiders, so it&rsquo;s important to get rid of them as soon as possible.</p></div>

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Last update on November 24, 2025

Reviewed in December 2022
Conner was the type of person you want to deal with when you have a problem out of your control. He arrived at our appointment on time. Was friendly and open. Maintained constant eye contact while we worked through the process. He was not “Brash” or full of himself but showed concern for our...
Dabella - Bremerton
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Reviewed in December 2022
Conner was the type of person you want to deal with when you have a problem out of your control. He arrived at our appointment on time. was friendly and open. maintained constant eye contact while we worked through the process. He was not breezy or full of himself, but he showed concern for our...
DaBella - Bremerton (Roofing)
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Reviewed in May 2021
I have had Edge Pest Control service for 2 years now. The technicians are friendly and very considerate. I am very pleased with the service they have provided. We are dealing with ants and I know that this will be an ongoing issue. I’m glad I have Edge Pest Control to help. They will service my...
Saela Pest Control - Tacoma
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Reviewed in January 2018
We needed the work done quickly as the house had been sold pending the pest inspection. They did the inspection but came up with some expensive things such as suggesting that we pay $5000 for new vapor barrier under the entire house (the existing barrier was less than 5 years old) and they...
Green City Pest Control
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Reviewed in May 2017
Everything about BND was professional from start to finish. I was emailed a schedule which they followed with some delays for the weather which was beyond their control. A problem with the tile was quickly resolved to my satisfaction. With Jay overseeing the project I was confident that things...
BND Pool Renovations
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Reviewed in June 2015
I first called Angeles Pest when I discovered nasty tiny little red biting ants in the dirt around the house. I was getting ready to have the exterior painted and didn't want anyone having to deal with that. Guy came out, was very nice and professional. He understood my concern about pets in...
Angeles Pest Control
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Reviewed in September 2013
Robert called just before the block of time specified and was at our home shortly thereafter. He explained who he worked for, a national service provider although Robert is based in Bremerton. He asked what the problem was, examined the dryer, called a GE hotline for more specific info re...
A&E Factory Service – Miami
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Reviewed in April 2013
I was dealing with this by remote control, since I don't live in the house or nearby, so our renters were happy with how the service got coordinated, and happy that the problems were solved.
The Plumbing Joint Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2013
I phoned and left a message and received a return call within a matter of a few hours. We made an appointment on the 6th of Sept. and they arrived promptly on the 10th as scheduled. The job took less than a half an hour and he was done. I wrote a check for $179 and opted to have two followup...
Sunrise Pest Management
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Reviewed in February 2012
Shawn and Kyle are personable, capable and a pleasure to do business with. The mysteries were soon solved, like What does this switch control? The needed repairs (a short in an exposed wire in the attic) were soon taken care of. And Shawn made suggestions for improving the lighting in the...
Grounded Electrical Contractinig LLC
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Pointe Pest Control | Moses Lake

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Pointe Pest Control | Moses Lake

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Can you imagine your steak being served by a dirty rat at Porterhouse Steakhouse? You might snicker at the thought, but there’s nothing funny about rodents taking over your home. How about if you were enjoying a nice picnic at Blue Heron Park when your lunch was picked up and carried away by ants? Even worse, how would you like to wake up to those ants in your home? We wouldn’t want that. That’s why we offer pest control in Moses Lake.

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Pointe Pest Control | Liberty Lake

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Liberty Lake is a beacon of beauty to residents across the Idaho border. Here in this wondrous town we are able to enjoy all of the luxuries of the Spokane Valley, and we all feel a sense of community in our tight-knit neighborhoods. Unfortunately, pests in this area seem to share the same sense of camaraderie, and tend to band together when infesting the walls of your home. But whether they reside on the beautiful MeadowWood Golf Course, within the halls of Liberty Lake Elementary, or deep within the foundation of your house, here at Pointe Pest Control we are dedicated to ridding them from our quaint town so we can all prosper together in our pest-free life.

"The woodpecker never came back."

Larry P on March 2020

"The woodpecker never came back."

Larry P on March 2020

Pest Control questions, answered by experts

There are several things to consider before you hire a professional exterminator:

Do they have the proper licensing?
Are they experienced?
Do they use eco-friendly products?
Are their products pet safe?

These are questions to ask yourself when you’re on the hunt for an ant exterminator, but you can also ask the exterminator or pest control company directly.

Generally, spring is the best time to hire a pest control service, but it also depends on when you notice the infestation. Insect pest numbers are lower in spring before they hatch, making the extermination and prevention process more manageable as nests and eggs of future pests are eliminated. However, don’t hesitate to hire a pest control specialist when you spot signs of a problem.

Water bugs won’t actively chase you, but they earned the nickname “toe-biters” for good reason. Water bugs are highly defensive. They typically rest an inch or so below water, waiting for prey. But if they feel threatened by a human that gets close, they may inject the person with a harmless venom from their legs, which may feel like a bite.

Fleas can live a few days to about two weeks without a host. Adult fleas have less survival time than eggs, larvae, and pupae do. It's possible for flea pupae to lay dormant and live for up to a year in optimal conditions. Cleaning and treating flea infestations is essential to prevent pupae from having the suitable conditions that allow them to survive without a host.

Notably, earwigs, centipedes, and spiders all enjoy a silverfish lunch. You can’t turn to natural predators to fix your silverfish problem: In fact, one issue with silverfish is that they can bring in unwanted earwigs into the house or cause a minor infestation of hungry spiders, so it’s important to get rid of them as soon as possible.

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