Best Pest Control

There are two schools of thought on pests: prevention and control. At the  best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks , we try our best to eliminate or prevent critters from getting out of hand. Last week, we talked about the importance of pest prevention in the home, and some ways you can prevent pests from becoming a problem. This week, we're going to be talking about what you should do if prevention simply doesn't work and you need help in controlling a pest infestation . Pest Control If pests are already in your home, it's probably too late for prevention. Your best option is to call in the #1 pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks. However, if you are attempting to control the infestation on your own, here are a few things to consider when eliminating or controlling your pest problem. 1. Don't Use Outdoor Pesticides Indoors! Outdoor pesticides are more potent and are generally designed to be used in open air environments. Usage of these ch...

There are two schools of thought on pests: prevention and control. At the best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks , we try our best to eliminate or prevent critters from getting out of hand. Pest prevention in Mid-Missouri is just as important as pest control. This week we'll be talking about pest prevention, and why you should always attempt to prevent your pest problem before controlling it. Pest Prevention Preventing bugs and rodents from entering your house is an important first step in keeping your house safe. There are several methods of preventing pests from intruding, which include: 1. Remove Sources of Food, Water, and Shelter. This is as simple as cleaning up around the house and paying special attention to the kitchen and pantry areas. Easy access containers for grains, sugars, and boxed goods attract pests, especially if they are near the ground. Keeping these containers tightly sealed and off the floor can go a long way to preventing a critter ...

We live in a rural location with many of us surrounded by wooded areas that are teeming with field mice and more. A mouse infestation is a problem that many people face in the Ozarks. Best Pest Control knows that it’s best to address the problem before the little creatures appear. By taking action as soon as you begin to spot mouse droppings, you'll prevent these rodents from creating a larger infestation. If you have a mouse problem, the best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks can help you! Identifying Mouse Droppings For some, it can be difficult to tell mouse droppings from rat droppings, or even other pests for that matter. With mouse droppings, size is a key differentiation. Mouse droppings are usually an eighth to a quarter of an inch in length. They are also tapered at the ends and may look like dark grains of rice. Regardless of what you may hear, determining how old rodent droppings are is difficult because the color often depends on the food sour...

When the leaves start to fall, it's likely that those leaves will be left to pile up along your home's foundation and lawn. While they may seem harmless, leaf piles can be dangerous. Leaf piles can supply hiding places for all kinds of creatures, from centipedes to snakes. Most insects and other pests you may find in piles of leaves are relatively harmless, but some are not. Best Pest Control has listed some types of pests you may find in piles of leaves. Centipedes These pests are motivated by their hunger. They go wherever their hunger leads them. Centipedes are nocturnal. They like to stay hidden and stay close to the ground. Because of this, piles of leaves provide them with irresistible cover. Some centipedes are also equipped with powerful venom that can cause pain and in some cases an allergic reaction in some people. Ticks While summer is definitely tick season, ticks can still pose a threat during the cooler months, especially when the leaves begin to fal...

The weather is cooling, and the leaves are beginning to turn. What a wonderful time of year the Fall season is! But, with fall comes the onslaught of relentless pests trying to invade your home. They're seeking shelter for the winter months and your home is the ideal location providing warmth, darkness, and food. This week, Best Pest Control is sharing with you 5 common home invaders you'll likely run into this fall in Missouri. House Centipedes House centipedes like the cool, damp, environment found in places such as bathrooms, basements, and crawl spaces. They feed on other insects such as a bed bugs, cockroaches, spiders, termites, silverfish and other pests. Like most insects, they are very crafty when it comes to getting indoors. House centipedes will seek out a place that is warm and where they can hide and seek prey. They will get in under doors, through cracks and just about any opening. They are very small and narrow, so the space doesn’t have to be very big....