PEST CONTROL IN BOISE

For many Boise homeowners, keeping homes and families protected from potential threats is very important. Pests can damage property, contaminate food products, and spread bacteria and diseases to loved ones. At Averse Pest Control, we care about protecting your home and family from pests just as much as you do. We have over 15 years of experience in the pest control industry and have technologically advanced pest control strategies and high-quality pest control products. 

Our certified pest specialists know how to handle a wide variety of common Boise pests, including cockroaches, ants, spiders, rats, mice, silverfish, termites, bed bugs, and many more. And because we understand that every Boise home has unique needs, we offer two different home pest control plans: Safe Select and Protection Plus. Our residential pest control plans include general pest control services, pest prevention, and guaranteed results. Avoid the stress of pests by contacting Averse Pest Control today.

There's no such thing as a successful Boise business with overwhelming pest problems. Pests destroy property, spread dangerous diseases, and scare away customers. The only way to avoid pest problems in your commercial business is with professional pest control services from the pest experts at Averse Pest Control. Our goal is to provide effective products that will keep your company pest-free all year long. At Averse Pest Control, our commercial pest control process includes five important steps:

• Inspection
• Customized Service Plan 
• Treatment
• Analysis
• Monitor & Prevention

Your Boise business is no place for pests, which is why we are committed to protecting your property from pest infestations of all shapes and sizes. With the dedicated pest technicians from Averse Pest Control by your side, you won't have to worry about pests threatening your business's reputation ever again. Contact us today to learn what commercial pest control services are right for your Boise property.

Here in Boise, Idaho, it’s incredibly common for insects to invade homes and buildings. Our temperatures and favorable environment provide insects with what they need to remain active for the better part of the year. Unfortunately, insects can be destructive and given enough time, they are capable of causing significant damage and your home’s value to plummet. But, with the proper management and prevention strategies, damage is avoidable. Here are a few insect prevention tips you can use to avoid attracting insects to your property include:

1. Removing brush piles, dead or rotting wood from your lawn, such as old fence posts, logs, stumps, and stick piles.
2. Repairing leaking fixtures, pipes, and drains.
3. Avoid the use of mulch around your property.
4. Keep at least a 2-foot barrier between your building and the shrubs and yard.
5. Cutting tree limbs and brush away from your exterior walls

For the most effective insect control and prevention methods, turn to the pest experts here at Averse Pest Control. We are ready to handle your pest problems so you can focus on the things that are most important to you. Reach out to us today for more information about our pest control process.

Mosquitoes are notorious for the itchy bites they leave. But the truth is, we should be less concerned about the itch and more concerned with what vector-borne illnesses these parasites may be transmitting to us. There is a long list of mosquito-related illnesses, so doing everything to reduce your exposure to them is crucial. Here are some helpful tips:

1. Reduce sources of standing water (birdbaths, tires, pet water bowls, etc.).
2. Repair any torn/ripped screens on windows or doors.
3. Use insect repellent when spending time outside.
4. Use window and door screens to prevent entry.
5. Wear long pants and long sleeves when possible.
6. Wear mosquito repellent and clothing treated with DEET.

One of the safest and most effective protection from mosquito activity is to call Averse Pest Control for professional mosquito control. We have years of experience in successfully detecting and eliminating all mosquito activity, and we know the preventative measures to implement. 

When rodents like mice infest homes, they bring lots of problems. Unfortunately, they can also be challenging to identify amid an infestation due to their small size and good hiding ability. 

However, if you want to save yourself lots of headaches, it pays to know the common warning signs rodents leave behind so that you can call for help immediately if you have an infestation. Here are some common signs to look out for:

1. Holes into your home’s exterior, building materials, insulation, furniture, and stored boxes
2. Urine and droppings found in secluded areas of the home
3. A strong urine smell permeating the home
4. Tampered food packaging from their gnawing
5. Shed fur found throughout the house
6. Oil stains left from their rubbing against walls and floors
7. The presence of fleas, ticks, and other parasites brought inside homes 
8. Live rodents within the home

Have rodents found their way into your home? Allowing them to stay puts you and your family at risk while putting the structural integrity of your home in jeopardy. Don’t leave it to chance for one more day; contact the rodent elimination pros at Averse for help through one of our comprehensive rodent removal programs. 

If you've lived in Idaho for any time, chances are very high that you've come into contact with ants at one point or another. If you're a homeowner, having ant hills scattered across your yard, or kitchen counter, isn't just a possibility - it's inevitable. 

However, not all ants are created equal. Each species brings its own problems and behaviors that can impact the way they affect your home, especially if they're allowed inside. Homeowners in Idaho are primarily affected by four key ant species: Odorous House Ants (sometimes called Sugar Ants), Pavement Ants, Pharaoh Ants, and Carpenter Ants. 

Odorous House ants, commonly called Sugar Ants here in Idaho, get their name from the smell emitted when crushed. They are small, getting to about an eighth of an inch in length. They are brown or black and are found all over the United States.

Pavement Ants can infest structures, but like their name suggests, are often found in cracks and under the pavement. They are dark brown to black and are about an eighth of an inch in length.

Red Ants are common here in Idaho, and can leave a painful bite if the hive is threatened. They nest in rural areas or in yards, creating impressive anthills that they will protect if disturbed.

Carpenter Ants are named for their behavior, tunneling, and nesting inside of wood. They create damage similar to that of termites in the process. Carpenter ants are black and large, growing between 1/4 and 1/2 inch in length and have segmented, oval-shaped bodies with powerful mandibles on their heads. Carpenter ants are responsible for millions in property damage every year, making them among the worst ant species you can have the misfortune of having as a homeowner.

Have ants gotten into your yard or home? Do you see ant trails around your kitchen? Are you worried about carpenter ants getting into your home's walls, floors, foundations and wreaking havoc? If you answered yes to any of these questions, there's only one solution: a comprehensive ant treatment program through Averse Pest Control. Contact us today for more information.

We have many different species of wasps here in Idaho, and homeowners have undoubtedly seen them building nests in the eaves of the house, along fence lines, in the grass, and other places around their properties.

Yellow Jackets, Paper Wasps, and Bald-Faced Hornets are all common here in Idaho, and each species can cause issues for families, especially elderly folks, kids, and pets. It's easy to walk too close to a hive without knowing it and unwittingly unleash dozens (or hundreds) of wasps, desperate the drive you away and cause you pain if possible.

Removing a wasp nest without getting stung can be tricky. Averse Pest Control has wasp professionals on staff that can help eradicate them and help keep your family safe.

Your yard should be a place for your family to enjoy playing, having barbecues, and relaxing. That can be hard when digging rodents are wreaking havoc on the grass.

Pocket Gophers are a common pest here in Idaho, and need to removed quickly or they can spread, populate, and cause even more damage. They leave mounds of dirt similar to moles, and can be tricky to trap or bait.

Voles, also called Field Mice, are also menaces to yards and grass. Unlike gophers, they leave their holes open, and you can often see their "runs" where they traffick through your yard. They are tough to get rid of, and often require the assistance of a rodent professional like Averse Pest Control. Call today for a little bit of peace of mind.

There are many species of spiders in Idaho, and it can take a trained eye to identify them. For example, the wolf spider and common grass spider have extremely similar features, but knowing that the wolf spiders don't spin webs like the funnel-weaving grass spider would tell you which one it is.

The spider that induces the most fear in Idaho is the Black Widow, and for good reason. Their venom contains a neurotoxin that can cause excruciating pain, and in very rare cases, death. Healthy adults probably don't need to worry about Black Widow bites - the elderly and young are the most vulnerable.