Best Pest Control

Everyone's favorite groundhog has announced that spring will arrive early this year. That means you can get a head start on your spring gardening - but it also means that spring pests can get a head start too. The  Lake of the Ozarks' most trusted pest control company  has discovered that there are a few herbs and spices you can grow in your garden that naturally ward off bugs and other critters. While these may not be as powerful as calling in  Missouri's best pest control company , they can certainly help keep a small problem from growing into a larger one. 1. Basil Basil is great for repelling house flies and mosquitoes. This leafy green is great for small gardens or in pots around the house. Pick the leaves as needed for delicious soups or dry them out and make your own spice for the kitchen. 2. Lavender Lavender repels moths, fleas, and mosquitoes. It has the added effect of making your house or garden smell fantastic to humans while smelling awfu...

Nothing drives a house to insanity quite like having fleas. They ride in on the fur of our pets and create an infestation that is difficult to eradicate without chemicals. The best pest exterminators in Mid-Missouri can fix the situation, but we also like to offer possible pet-friendly DIY solutions as well. Before calling the #1 exterminator at the Lake of the Ozarks , try one of these natural remedies: Create a Flea Trap Using Household Ingredients. When fleas enter your home, they don't just live on your pet; they drop into the carpet and lay eggs as well! Fleas can be caught using several homemade options. Our first choice uses the following materials: Dish Soap Warm Water Tea Candles Plastic Bowl Fill the bowl with warm water and add a capful of bowl soap. Place this in the affected rooms (Make sure the animals or kids can't get to it!) and place the tea candle in the middle of the bowl. Fleas are attracted to the flame, and jump onto the bowl, but are l...

Did you know that bugs make up over 90% of all life on the planet? That's a lot of insects! The world of bug removal at Lake of the Ozarks is always busy, and never-ending. But there are alternative methods to calling in the "big guns" or an extermination company to control those pests. Try some of these tricks to prevent bugs and spiders alike from invading and seizing control over your home: 1. Peppermint Essential Oil Peppermint oil is awesome because it smells fantastic and deters spiders. Mix some peppermint essential oil with some water into a spray bottle and make your house smell like a candy store. Remember, just a few drops will go a long long way! 2. Mint Speaking of "mint", the herb is fantastic for repelling bugs and spiders as well. Growing this herb in or near your home has been found to be effective at keeping pests away. If you rub some fresh mint on bare skin it will help keep biting bugs from attacking as well . 3. Citrus The...

If you venture outside to enjoy these lovely Summer days, you are guaranteed to encounter bugs.  While Best Pest Control at the Lake of the Ozarks can keep the bugs out of your home, it's harder to monitor them once you step into their home- the outdoors.   Putting the chemicals of commercial bug repellents onto your skin can be intimidating, but the more you know, the safer it is.  Here are a few facts about bug repellents, both natural and man-made, that can help you to feel more comfortable about using them.  DEET Deet is the most widely used bug repellent.  You should only use products with less than 30% DEET in them, and never use DEET on children under 2 months old.  A higher percentage of DEET does not mean that it's stronger, but only that it will last longer.  If you are able to reapply your bug spray regularly throughout the day, then one with 10% or less DEET should be sufficient.     PICARIDIN This is an...