The professional pest control industry, an essential service, is responsible for the protection of public health, food and property. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture have prepared a list of significant public health pests https://www.epa.gov/insect-repellents/list-pests-significant-public-health-importance, many of which are controlled by the professional […]
The Relationship Between Insects and Wildfire Severity
Why the Forest Needs Insects While bugs can be a nuisance in your home, they serve a very important ecological purpose. Besides, there’s no pest control company for the trees to call in the forest. While certain insects contribute to the decline of some of our forests’ giants, there’s actually quite a bit of evidence […]
What To Know About Termites in Portland
Don’t Ignore a Termite Infestation Do you have termites? Wondering what to do now? Don’t worry. Here at The Killers, we are experts at eliminating termite infestations. Call today to talk about our service plan options. Termites can sneak up on an unprepared homeowner, but knowing more about the pesky creatures can help homeowners avoid […]
Termite Awareness Week: Interesting Termite Facts
Termite Awareness Week: March 8-14, 2020 It’s Termite Awareness Week! The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA) functions as public outreach for the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). This week, PPMA has called upon pest control service providers such as us here at The Killers Pest Control in Vancouver, WA, to teach their customers about the […]
How to Prevent a Rat Infestation
Worried About Rats in Corvallis? If so, you’re not alone. Just a few years ago was one of the worst years in recent memory for pesky rodents in Corvallis, Oregon. In 2018, wildlife specialist Dana Sanchez said, “Eugene and parts of Portland are experiencing a notable increase. It could mean there are more rats or […]
Boxelder Bugs 101: How to Get Rid of These Pesky Pests
What Is a Boxelder Bug? Boxelder bugs are named after boxelder trees, where they are often found feeding and laying eggs in the warmer months. They are generally harmless but are considered quite a nuisance as they invade homes in the colder months for shelter, where they typically remain inactive until Spring. When the weather […]
A Whiff of Information: What to Do About Stink Bugs
Stink Bug Infestation: Where Did They Come From? It’s that time of year again. The temperature dropped. Everyone moved their afternoon and weekend activities indoors, but they’re not alone. When the temperatures drop outside, humans aren’t the only organisms driven indoors. This time of year really stinks for some homeowners due to the sudden influx […]
Sugar Ants in Portland? Here’s What to Do
Portland’s Famous Sugar Ant Problem Here in Portland, Oregon, we have our fair share of pests. Gophers, spiders, and other critters prompt homeowners across the metro-area to call pest control to evict their unwanted guests forcefully. However, the most insidious (and probably the most aggravating) pest in Portland is the sugar ant. Strangely enough, due […]
Different Pests And What You Can Do To Avoid Them
Tips and Tricks To Avoid Pests If you have a pest problem, you understand how incredibly hard it can be to get your home pest-free without the help of an expert pest control service. Pests can get into just about anything and make their nests in places you never go, making it hard to track […]
5 Common Things You Didn’t Know About Rodents
We Know About the Birds and Bees, Now Let’s Talk About Rodents Birds and bees have the advantage of doing nice things for the environment and making for useful metaphors, but rodents simply don’t have as many positive connotations. Especially in cities like Portland, rodents are mainly limited to rats, mice, and squirrels, all of which […]