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We know that every home and business has their own unique set of pest problems. If you're looking for some help with controlling or preventing these pests, our blog is the place to start! We constantly update articles on various topics related to entomology (the study insects) so be sure check back often - there's lots more content coming your way soon enough!

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How to Exterminate Earwigs: Get Rid of Them for Good

This blog provides practical solutions for eliminating earwigs and preventing future infestations, emphasizing the importance of reducing moisture, sealing entry points, and maintaining a clean environment. While DIY methods like diatomaceous earth and soapy sprays can help temporarily, they often require significant effort and only work on contact. Professional pest control services, such as those offered by Alta Pest Control, provide guaranteed results with treatments that eliminate earwigs and prevent their return. With quarterly pest control visits and environmentally friendly solutions, you can ensure a pest-free home year-round.

How to Get Rid of Squirrels in Your Attic: Tips for Removal

Squirrels in the attic can cause significant damage to your home, from chewing on wiring and insulation to creating health risks with droppings and urine. This post explores how to get rid of squirrels in attic spaces using humane removal methods such as light and noise deterrents, one-way doors, live traps, and natural repellents. It also highlights key prevention strategies like sealing entry points, trimming tree branches, and securing food sources to keep squirrels from returning. Learn how to identify signs of a squirrel infestation, address the problem effectively, and when it’s best to call a professional for help.

What to do about squirrels in your attic

What to Do if You have Squirrels in Your Attic

This blog explores the best ways to handle squirrels in your attic, including DIY methods and professional solutions. It outlines Alta Pest Control’s comprehensive wildlife exclusion process, featuring humane removal using a one-way door method, thorough attic cleaning, entry-point sealing, and long-term prevention backed by a one-year warranty. Learn how to protect your home effectively and decide whether DIY or professional help is the right choice for you.

Top 6 DIY Hacks for Getting Rid of Snails & Slugs

Struggling with snails in your garden? This guide covers six gentle, eco-friendly hacks to keep snails out naturally, from planting herb borders to using DIY sprays. For those looking for a reliable, long-term solution, Alta Pest Control offers expert snail control that protects your garden without harsh methods.Struggling with snails in your garden? This guide covers six gentle, eco-friendly hacks to keep snails out naturally, from planting herb borders to using DIY sprays. For those looking for a reliable, long-term solution, Alta Pest Control offers expert snail control that protects your garden without harsh methods.

How to Get Rid of Silverfish FAST

If you’re dealing with silverfish, Alta Pest Control can help eliminate them quickly with friendly, effective treatments. While natural remedies like diatomaceous earth and sticky traps might reduce their numbers, professional pest control ensures long-term results. Alta’s comprehensive approach includes spraying three feet up the base of your home, applying granules to your yard, and treating the interior, followed by quarterly treatments to keep silverfish from returning. With child- and pet-friendly products, Alta provides compassionate, reliable service that prioritizes your home’s safety and comfort.

Bait box to prevent a rodent infestation

What Are The Signs of a Rodent Infestation in Spokane, WA?

This blog post discusses the signs of rodent infestations in Spokane, WA, emphasizing the importance of early detection for effective management. It highlights common rodent species, such as house mice, Norway rats, and roof rats, and details key indicators of an infestation, including droppings, gnaw marks, and strange noises. The post also addresses the dangers posed by rodents and offers prevention tips, emphasizing the benefits of Alta Pest Control’s professional services, including rodent exclusion plans and child- and pet-friendly treatments.

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How to Keep Spiders Away: Get Rid of Spiders Easily

Keeping spiders away doesn’t have to be a hassle. Alta Pest Control provides comprehensive spider control services to eliminate these creepy crawlies and prevent them from coming back. With quarterly treatments, free re-treatments as needed, and exterior de-webbing, we ensure your home stays spider-free—inside and out. Reach out to our professional team for fast and effective spider control you can count on!

10 Common Bathroom Bugs & How to Get Rid of Them

This blog covers why bathrooms attract pests like cockroaches and silverfish due to moisture and hiding spots. It outlines 10 common bathroom bugs and provides tips to prevent infestations, including keeping your bathroom dry, fixing leaks, and scheduling quarterly pest control. Call a professional if you notice any pests (except flies) to prevent bigger issues.

Close up of a hobo spider which is a common bug in Spokane

Common Bugs in Spokane: What to Watch Out for Year-Round

This post explores the most common bugs found in Spokane, including ants, spiders, cockroaches, wasps, and more. It highlights when and where these pests are most likely to show up and offers practical tips on keeping them out of your home. Alta Pest Control provides insights into effective prevention methods and pest control solutions to ensure your Spokane home remains bug-free all year long.

A close up of a deer tick inside of a house

How to Get Rid of Ticks in Your House

Ticks can be more than just an annoyance—they pose real health risks to both pets and humans. In this post, Alta Pest Control offers a comprehensive guide on how to deal with ticks in your home. From practical steps like vacuuming and washing pet bedding, to effective long-term solutions like Alta’s premium tick control service that includes both indoor pest treatments and outdoor fogging, you'll learn how to prevent and eliminate ticks from your home. We also explore natural remedies that can help, but stress that professional solutions provide the best long-term protection.

Managing Pests in Virginia Beach’s Coastal Climate

This blog explores why Virginia Beach's coastal climate creates the perfect environment for pests like mosquitoes, ants, cockroaches, termites, and rodents. It explains how humidity, mild winters, and abundant water sources attract pests year-round and provides practical tips for keeping them out of your home. Alta Pest Control offers tailored, quarterly pest control services to provide long-term solutions, ensuring your home stays pest-free in every season.

mice in a pet food dish, demonstrating what mice like to eat

6 Things Mice Like to Eat

This blog explores six foods that mice love to eat, including grains, seeds, and pet food, while offering helpful tips to keep them out of your home. It also highlights the benefits of choosing professional rodent control to ensure long-term protection and prevent future infestations.