"Forrest came out very quickly, arrived on time and did a great job. Was great to have a professional take care of our pest problems. Highly recommended for anyone seeking reliable and effective pest control services!"
"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."
"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."
Since opening in 2013, Insight Pest Solutions has grown to service thousands of happy customers across the Pacific Northwest. Our mission is to create better everyday lives for our teams and communities by being the leading service brand. Operating in the Seattle, Federal Way, Salem, Eugene, Albany, Portland, Puyallup, Everett, Bellevue, Tacoma, Olympia, and Bremerton areas - we’re proud to serve our local communities and look forward to protecting your home through safe, simple, and smart pest control solutions. We look forward to earning your business!
"Quick Response from Kevin, came out and pinpoint all problems and sealed all the entries he found for our rodent problem. He was professional courteous and easy to work with. Also did not charge us an arm & a leg. I highly recommend sound pest control to anybody seeking similar problems. Thank you SOUND PEST CONTROL"
"Very knowledgeable, courteous and professional. I hired him twice and will do so again if needed. I definitely recommend Ferguson Pest Solutions to others!"
"Robert was very knowledgeable about flea investation. He called to checked up on the situation. I highly recommend him to help with any pest control."
Interstate Pest Management is a family-owned pest control company serving the Pacific Northwest since 1963. We provide comprehensive pest solutions for homes and businesses throughout Portland OR, Vancouver WA, and surrounding areas. Our QualityPro certified technicians specialize in environmentally-friendly treatments for ants, termites, bed bugs, rodents, spiders, cockroaches, and wildlife removal. As one of the few Certified Bed Bug-Free companies, we use proven methods that are safe for families and pets. We offer year-round protection programs, and free estimates. Our 60+ years of local experience means we understand Pacific Northwest pests and provide lasting solutions. Licensed, bonded, and insured with a commitment to exceeding customer expectations through reliable, professional service.
"They were on time, did everything they said they would. There was a follow-up the next week. We're happy with the job they did, and are hoping this solves our problem with rodents."
Yes, it’s possible to have bed bugs and not find them because they hide in small spaces outside of mattresses, including baseboards, headboards, electrical outlets, clothing, and in crevices of walls. They can squeeze into spaces as small as the width of a credit card. Bed bugs can also live up to 400 days without feeding, making them resilient and hard to eradicate.
If the nest is on or in your home, you should have an exterminator remove it. However, if the wasp nest is in an area of your yard that you don't frequent, you can leave it alone as long as the wasps don’t bother your household members. Wasps are very active during the summer months, but they will vacate in the fall and not return until the following year. So, if it's safe to do so, you can leave it, but if it poses a threat of being stung because it's in an area that you use frequently, consider having it removed.
Cinnamon's warm scent appeals to many people but not to many bugs. The spice contains eugenol, which also happens to be used in insecticides. While the level of eugenol in cinnamon isn't enough to eliminate bugs on its own, the scent can be strong enough to keep them away.
You can try sprinkling cinnamon around areas where you've seen insects, such as ants and mosquitos. Remember that you'll have to reapply frequently, especially after periods of rain.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, pyrethrins and pyrethroids are the most common chemical compounds used to get rid of bed bugs. These chemicals force bed bugs out of their hiding spots and kill them on the spot so they are eliminated for good. Only professional exterminators can apply these treatments, and they are reserved for severe infestations.
For a non-chemical bed bug treatment, you can try spraying your mattress with a mixture of essential oils, rubbing alcohol, and water. Pesticide sprays are available, but using them can pose potential health risks to humans and pets—especially if they are not applied correctly. If non-chemicals do not eradicate your bed bug infestation, you should consult a pest control specialist to determine the best course of action.
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