Solutions for Special Pest Challenges

Pantry pests are insects that infest stored food products commonly found in kitchen pantries and cabinets. They include insects such as beetles, weevils, moths, and ants.

Pantry pests can infest a wide range of food products including grains (such as rice, wheat, and oats), flour, cereals, nuts, dried fruits, spices, chocolate, and pet food.

Pantry pests can enter the pantry through contaminated food products, packaging, or even through small cracks and openings in pantry doors or walls. They can also be brought into the home through infested items purchased from stores.

Signs of a bed bug infestation include red, itchy bites on the skin, small bloodstains on bedding or furniture, dark spots (fecal matter) on mattresses or walls, and a sweet, musty odor in the infested area.

Bed bugs can be introduced into a home or property through infested furniture, luggage, clothing, or used mattresses. They can also migrate from neighboring infested units in multi-unit dwellings such as apartments or hotels.

While bed bugs are commonly associated with beds and mattresses, they can also be found in other areas such as upholstered furniture, baseboards, electrical outlets, and even behind wallpaper.

Treatment of bed bugs cannot be done with pesticides alone. Our treatment process requires the full cooperation of our customers. Treatment plans may vary depending on the severity of the infestation and the specific characteristics of the property.

Signs of a carpenter ant infestation include the presence of large ants, particularly near moisture sources or areas with wood damage. You may also notice piles of sawdust-like material (frass) near nest sites.

Carpenter ants do not pose a direct threat to humans like some other pests, but they can cause significant structural damage to buildings by tunneling through wood.

To prevent carpenter ants, eliminate sources of moisture around your home, repair any leaks or water damage, seal cracks and openings in the foundation, and keep trees and shrubs trimmed away from the house.

Effective carpenter ant control typically involves locating and treating the nest directly. This may require the assistance of a pest control professional who can identify nest sites and apply appropriate treatments. Contact PestNow for assistance.

While DIY treatments may help temporarily reduce carpenter ant populations, professional pest control is often necessary for long-term eradication, especially if the infestation is extensive or difficult to locate.

Carpenter bees are not generally aggressive towards humans, but females may sting if they feel threatened or provoked. The sting can be painful but is not considered dangerous unless the person stung has an allergic reaction.

Signs of carpenter bee activity include round holes in wooden structures, sawdust-like material (frass) beneath the holes, and the presence of buzzing bees around eaves, decks, or wooden siding.

Carpenter bees are attracted to unpainted, untreated wood, particularly softwoods such as pine or cedar. They may also be drawn to areas with abundant sunlight and minimal disturbance.

Yellow jackets are aggressive, social wasps with yellow and black markings. They build nests underground, in trees, or in structures and can become a nuisance, especially in late summer and early fall.

Yellow jackets are attracted to sugary foods, meats, and other protein sources. They are also drawn to garbage, outdoor picnics, and sweet-smelling flowers.

If you find a yellow jacket nest on your property, it's best to avoid disturbing it and keep your distance. Contact PestNow for safe removal, as attempting to remove the nest yourself can provoke the wasps and lead to stings.

Yellow jackets are most active during the warmer months, typically from late spring through early fall. Their activity tends to peak in late summer when colony populations are at their highest.