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Who Is Exclusive Pest Control?

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When searching for quality pest control and integrated pest management from professionals you can trust, consider Exclusive Pest Control. We provide more than just pest removal. We offer professional, courteous service you can count on. When you invite us onto your property and into your home, you can be sure you’re dealing with clean, courteous, professionals who will help you remove unwanted insects and vermin from your living spaces.

Quality Pest Control

High quality pest control means doing more than just eradicating the infestation. Ongoing management of the problem includes identifying the sources of food, water, and entry that are bringing pests into your home. We address the problem at the source, not just the symptoms of infestation. You can enjoy lasting freedom from invasive pests by taking basic steps like caulking cracks and removing vegetation from the foundation of your home. We will evaluate your home and give you a full list of steps you can take to prevent a recurrence of infestation.

Integrated Pest Management

We provide an Integrated Pest Management plan for both indoor and outdoor pest control, rather than simply spraying broad-spectrum pest controls. Integrated pest control prevents environmental damage and addresses the problem at the source through infestation prevention, regular monitoring, correct diagnosis of the specific infestation, threshold development and management methods that address the sources of the infestation rather than just treating the symptoms.

Exclusive Pest Control

Exclusive Pest Control takes great pride in our customer service, punctuality, courtesy, and cleanliness, as well as staying at the very front of cutting edge knowledge and education in pest control techniques to offer our customers the best possible outcomes. Call today to discuss our customer referral program and to schedule your consultation, and see what Exclusive Pest Control can offer you.

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How to Get Rid of Fire Ants

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Removing fire ants from your yard can be a difficult and labor-intensive task. A fire ant bite is painful and may be dangerous to those who are sensitive. It may require several treatments spread out over time. For larger infestations, it may be necessary to get the assistance of professional exterminators to ensure full removal of the colony.

Fire Ant Bites

A fire ant is a diminutive insect, hardly worth noticing, but it carries a powerful punch in its venom. Unlike most ants, which bite and then spray the wound with venom, fire ants both bite and sting, injecting a rather nasty acidic venom that produces a burning sensation. The burning pain of the bite is what gave fire ants their name. Bites often come in clusters and result in painful, red, raised blisters. Victims should be watched for signs of an allergic reaction. If there is no sign of breathing trouble, excessive swelling, confusion, or shock, it’s safe to treat the bites with home remedies like ice packs to reduce the pain and swelling, antihistamines, and antibiotic cream to prevent infection.

Fire Ant Killer

One of the most common approaches for destroying a small colony is to soak the mound and the entire area thoroughly with very hot water. This option leaves behind no toxic residue, making it safe for yards with pets, but it may not be 100% effective. It may be necessary to dig up the mound to ensure that the entire colony is destroyed. Alternatively, there are several liquid, powder, and granular options. There are several baits available on the market that are nontoxic.

How to Get Rid of a Larger Infestation

If you see more than 2-3 mounds, or if the mounds are large, it may be necessary to call upon professional help to safely remove fire ants from your property. Excavation and the application of stronger pesticides may be necessary to eradicate the fire ant problem from your yard. Pets and small children should be kept well away for safety’s sake, as well as anyone with sensitivity or known allergies.

Signs of Bed Bugs While Traveling

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It’s every traveler’s nightmare; discovering that the hotel or inn you’re staying in is infested with bed bugs. These stubborn little creatures can hitch a ride in luggage or in clothing and return to infest your home, a very unwelcome souvenir from your trip. Fortunately, there are a few precautions you can take to avoid bringing home insect hitchhikers.

Store Luggage Carefully

When you arrive, store your luggage in the bathroom adjacent to your room. Bed bugs are extremely unlikely to travel across the cold tile floors, preferring to take refuge in the warm crevices and seams of the bed and along trim and in other small cracks. By isolating your luggage, you reduce the risk of picking up bed bugs if they are present. Once you’re positive the room is not infested, keep your luggage on top of the dresser or on another raised surface to minimize your risk of picking up any potential hitchhikers.

Check the Bedding

Once your luggage is safely stashed, examine the bedding closely for any signs of bed bugs. Check the seams of the mattress and underneath. Look particularly for small brownish or blackish spots on the sheets and mattress that resemble flecks of black pepper. Bed bugs exude waste in the form of dried blood after eating, and tend to leave tell-tale spots behind. The bed bugs themselves are about the size and shape of an apple seed. You may find a few adults or exoskeletons in the seams of the mattress. If you find signs of bed bugs, notify the staff immediately, and consider finding another place to stay for the night.

Post-Vacation

Once you get home, as a precaution, wash all your clothing in hot water and run it through the dryer. If you did happen to pick up any bugs, they can’t survive at temperatures above 122 degrees Fahrenheit. Clothes that are too delicate to be washed in hot water should be sent to the cleaners. Enjoy your vacation, bug-free. If you suspect you’ve brought bed bugs home from vacation, contact Exclusive Pest to keep the infestation from taking hold.

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