Control Your Pest Problem

Pests are defined as any unwanted insect or animal. In Oregon, this group most commonly includes cockroaches, spiders, ants, termites, rodents, mosquitoes, flies, and bed bugs. Most of these pests carry infectious bacteria in addition to being a nuisance.

There are different types of pest control methods that can be followed or one can opt for professional help in Beaverton instead. Each of the methods has advantages and drawbacks, so you need to carefully weigh your options if you’re planning on a DIY method.

The most obvious pest control method is prevention. True is the saying that prevention is better the than cure. If we follow all the preventive measures to cut out every possibility of pests entering the house, it saves from all the hassle and inconvenience caused by the pests and the subsequent removal attempts. Pest entry to the home or property can be restricted by sealing all cracks in floor, walls and ceilings, repairing all the gaps, covering sewage gaps, and net screening the door and windows. Keeping the property clean, sealing all the food containers and storing them in ventilated and dry spaces, regularly removing food and leftovers from the kitchen, and dusting unused spaces can help as well, although nothing is 100%.

Baiting is another common pest control method in Beaverton.  As the name suggests, a bait is used to attract the pest to eat and die. This poisonous bait is typically a food item common to the target pest.  Because most insects work in colonies, it’s highly likely that they’ll bring the poisoned food source back to their home to share.  A few attempts at baiting can typically wipe out an entire colony of insects.

Trapping is a method most often used for larger pests like rats and mice.  The idea is similar in that we use some form of food bait to draw the animal into the trap.  Some traps kill the creature, while others hold it in place until it can be removed from the premises. 

Chemical pesticides may be the most common way of removing unwanted bugs and rodents from a home or office. There are many chemical pesticides available on the market that make Beaverton Pest Control easier for our team. Following the manufacturer’s instructions is recommended to be on the safe side and avoid risks with its use.

Not everyone is comfortable with the idea of following the pest removal procedures listed, which is why getting the help of pest control professionals is never a bad idea.