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Pest Control

No one wants to deal with ants, bed bugs, mice, or other pests in their home. If you have seen these critters or any other in your space, your first thought is likely how to get rid of them. Unfortunately, getting rid of pests is often a difficult task. It takes a thorough knowledge of the type of pest you are dealing with, how they live and access your home, and the treatment solutions that best work against them. If you have pests in your home, call our Treasure Valley pest control service that can help.

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Common Types of Pests

There are many different types of pests that call Treasure Valley home. Some of the most common of these include:

Ants: Once a few ants have found a food source in your home, you may soon have hundreds of them. Ants leave a pheromone trail behind them so others in the colony can also find the food source.
Aphids: On their own, aphids are not harmful to humans. Still, they are small sap-sucking insects that can destroy crops and gardens if their populations are allowed to grow.
Bed bugs: Bed bugs are known hitchhikers, traveling from one place to the next quite easily. Once they have made their way inside a home, they are very difficult to get rid of and professional treatments are usually necessary.
Birds: Sparrows, woodpeckers, and pigeons are just a few types of birds that can cause damage to the exterior of homes in the Treasure Valley. Birds can lift siding and roof shingles, and their droppings and feathers can block gutters.
Cockroaches: Cockroaches do not need a mate to reproduce, meaning one cockroach can quickly lead to an infestation. Like other pests, cockroaches are often very difficult to get rid of.
Rodents: Voles, gophers, and mice can all cause a great deal of damage to a home. Rodents are also some of the dirtiest creatures and they carry a number of diseases that can be transmitted to humans.
Mosquitoes: Mosquitoes can quickly take over a backyard and make it impossible to enjoy those summer barbecues. Mosquitoes also carry multiple diseases that they can transmit to humans with just a single bite.
Snakes: From harmless garter snakes to western rattlesnakes, there are many different species in Treasure Valley. Even garter snakes should never be handled by non-professionals, as they can still harm certain individuals.
Spiders: Although most spiders in Idaho are not harmful to humans, you still do not want an infestation in your home. Still, some types such as the black widow are very dangerous and should never be handled by anyone other than a professional.
Wasps: Unlike bees, wasps can sting repeatedly, causing immense pain and swelling for victims. Wasp nests are also very difficult to get rid of on your own, so you should always contact a pest control company to remove them safely.

Why Use a Treasure Valley Pest Control Professional?

Many people try to tackle pest problems on their own, only to learn that this is ineffective, stressful, and costly. There are many benefits homeowners can reap by using a Treasure Valley pest control company. These include:

Saving you time: Between jobs, family, and taking care of all the other aspects of running a household, you are busy. Keeping pests out of your home is just one more thing on the to-do list that you do not need to worry about. Working with a professional pest company will free up some of your time so you can focus on the things that are most important to you.
Keeping your family healthy: Again, many pests carry diseases. Mosquitoes can transmit Zika virus and West Nile, among others. Cockroaches spread salmonella and other types of bacteria, and spiders and snakes sometimes inject very harmful venom into people. A professional pest control company will remove these critters safely, so they cannot harm your family.
Pest control experts are knowledgeable: In order to effectively eliminate pests, it is important to understand how they live. Pest control experts are extremely knowledgeable about all different types of pests, giving them the advantage when eliminating them from a property.
Safe use of pesticides: Many of the pest control solutions available to the public contain toxic chemicals that are not only harmful to those who use them, but that are also harmful to the environment. A quality pest control company will use solutions that work, but that are also safe for you, your family, and the planet.
Peace of mind: Battling a pest problem on your own can easily turn into a never-ending battle. By hiring a professional who understands all the intricacies of pest removal, you will have peace of mind knowing that your property is pest-free.

How Long for Pest Control to Work?

Many people are under the misconception that once a pest control solution has been applied, they will no longer see any pests. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. In fact, it is normal to see increased pest activity shortly after a solution is applied.

This is because once a pest control solution is applied to the areas where the critters live, the pests flee the area looking for another safe place to reside. The increased presence of pests is actually a good sign that the solution is working. Within one or two weeks, the pests should all be eliminated and you should have a pest-free home. If the pests are not completely gone by this time, it is important to call the pest control company back to get rid of them once and for all. This is one reason it is so important to work with a company that will come back for a follow-up visit free of charge.

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At Armis Pest Management, our Treasure Valley pest control experts serve clients in Boise, Caldwell, Garden City, and all other areas of the valley. We will put our knowledge and expertise to work for you, too, so you can enjoy a home that is pest-free and safe for you and your family. Call us now at 208-650-7378 or fill out our online form to request a free estimate from one of our experts and to learn more about how our solutions can help.