When we think of wolf spiders, plenty of words come to mind: scary, nightmarish, weirdly furry. But some people sing the praises of wolf spiders and their carnivorous diet that helps to control the pest population. A certain area of the crop industry uses this to their advantage by introducing…
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Summer is coming to an end and kids are going back to school. As temperatures cool down, insects and other creepy-crawly creatures tend to come out in search of warmth. Spiders are no exception. Spiders are great for gardens, eating small bugs that could threaten plants and crops. But having…
During winter in the Pacific Northwest, many outdoor pests seek shelter inside. Others may have been living in your home for months but are more noticeable due to spending more time inside. In either case, you could be facing a real problem. At Pointe Pest Control, we provide solutions. You…
Spiders are some of the most common pests that enter homes and unless their populations become quite large, they are usually harmless. Even in the United States though, there are some species of spiders that do have the potential to be quite harmful to humans. Among those, the black widow…
Your home should provide a safe haven from the outside world. The last thing you want or need is to have bugs, flying insects, rodents, or other creatures invade your space. At Pointe Pest Control, our home pest control experts provide fast, friendly service and use highly effective yet environmentally…
No one ever wants to find bugs, rodents, and other pests within their home. When they do, the first thought is generally how to get rid of them as soon as possible. If you have found yourself in this situation, your first thought may be to contact an exterminator that…
Spiders are very common in the North West and even the most harmless of them can strike fear in the hearts of many. Fortunately, most spiders in the North West do not pose a threat to humans. Still, it is important to identify spiders that are lurking in and around…
The beautiful weather of spring and summer is finally here. For many, these seasons are times for backyard barbecues, days at the beach, and more. However, while the sunshine draws people out of their homes, it also brings pests out of dormancy, and they are now ready to eat, mate,…
Most folks think that wintertime is time off from pest problems. If you’re talking about wasps, termites, and ants, you might be right. But bed bugs and rodents are a year-long problem and, in fact, can be a much bigger problem in the winter than they are in the summer….
Most folks don’t think about winter as a particularly difficult pest season and there’s some sense to that. Most insects will not be active in the winter months. Some, like cockroaches, will be, however, and rodents will be looking for warm places to make a nest and raise their young….