Ants are one of the most common and prolific pests seen during Idaho summers. While not particularly dangerous, no one wants their yard or home overrun by thousands of these insects. Certain ant species can damage your home, and are a general nuisance to have around. Several common ant species are found here, and once…
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Mice are a common household pest in Idaho, and they are often seen in winter time. When temperatures start dropping, these little rodents do everything they can to find a warm place to stay. While fond memories of Tom and Jerry may remain from childhood, mice are no joke. And you definitely do not want…
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Spiders. The word alone conjures a mental image that strikes terror in the hearts of many. Horror movies have used spiders for decades! There’s a reason arachnophobia is one of the most common fears today. The truth is spiders are, for the most part, harmless. There are a few venomous species out there, which…
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Often, the most damaging pests are those that go largely unseen, burrowing beneath the ground and wreaking havoc. Gophers in Idaho are a BIG problem. Without swift action these rodents can destroy yards, pastures and crops. Gophers can reproduce rapidly. Without professional intervention they can be difficult to eradicate. Gophers usually remain underground in…
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In the colder months, we like to stay inside to keep warm. Unfortunately, so do many unwanted pests. Winter is the perfect opportunity for these home invaders to come on in and stay a while. When winters are extreme, it makes it even more likely that pests will try to find a place to stay.…
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Springtime in Idaho! Flowers start to bloom, the weather warms, and the bleak winter fades away. Sounds great, right? Not so much, when many pests start appearing again. We get to enjoy relative peace from these little critters during the winter months, but once the sun starts coming out, so do they. In Idaho, pest…
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