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Count on Best Pest Control for Your Pest Control Needs and More!

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If you've been looking for a  solution to your pest problems , your search is finally over. You don't need to look any further because we've got you covered. Our expert team is trained to "get rid" of these annoyances. We have a defense against all the pests that effect central Missouri so you don't have to worry. Call us today for a free estimate. But pest control isn't the only thing we cover. Check out some of the other services we offer! Organic Pest Control We know it's important to you. We offer a full line of organic pest control products at Lake of the Ozarks to keep your family and your pets safe from not only from pests, but from hazardous chemicals too! In addition to our pest control services include, we can assist with: Lawn Treatments Leaf Blowing & Removal Weed Spraying Winter Home Checks Don't Forget About Your Dock! We know you want to get on the water fast, not clean cobwebs and spider poo from your boat and b...

4 Red Flags that Indicate a Termite Infestation

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Termites are serious pests that cause billions of dollars in damage to homes every year. Many homeowners aren't even aware that they have a termite problem until it's too late, and those structure eating pests have already caused tons of damage. Best Pest Control has over 25 years of experience under our belts, and termite inspection and treatment is one of our specialties. While routine annual termite inspections are the best way to determine if there's a problem, there are some telltale signs you should be watching for. Watch for Swarmers You will generally see these winged termites in the Spring when the weather is warming up and often after it rains. This is when the young leave their nests and head out to mate and start colonies of their own. They are small and very similar to flying ants, but there are ways to tell them apart. TERMITES:  straight waist straight antennae wings are the same length shed their wings ANTS: pinched waist bent antennae win...

DIY Solutions to Keep Ants Out of Your Home

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During the spring and summer months, it's common to find ants in and around your home. During rain storms, ants like to find shelter, and that is usually inside your house. They are always looking for food, so you will typically find them in your kitchen carrying away crumbs. The best pest control at the Lake of the Ozarks has a handful of tips to help you keep these guys from taking over your home: Discourage these Unwelcome Guests Take a few simple preventative measures in your house to discourage unwelcome guests like ants. Promptly clean up food spills before ants discover them Store ripe fruit in the fridge and all other food in airtight containers Clean out trash cans (inside and outside) Keep pet bowls clean and wipe up any spilled food/water around them Inspect indoor potted plants for any insect activity on a frequent basis Natural DIY Solutions If you've got kids or pets at home, you probably don't like spraying chemical ant repellent all over your...

Control Mosquitoes this Summer with Best Pest Control

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With the increasing temperatures and humidity rising, mosquito season is just around the corner. If you plan on spending any amount of time outside, you'll want to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Sometimes it takes more than bug spray to keep these pests at bay. Best Pest Control can spray your backyard and get rid of these annoying summer pests. In addition, we're sharing some tips to help you keep the mosquitoes at bay this summer . Preventing Mosquitoes Mosquitoes can lay their eggs in water, and not much water at that. A Frisbee or even a plastic water bottle cap can hold enough water for them to breed. To avoid mosquitoes from laying their eggs, take the following steps: Find and remove any puddles of water or standing water around your home. Punch a hole in any unusable tires laying in the yard to prevent pools of water forming inside them. Dump and wipe out your bird bath every few days. The eggs can stick to the bottom of the bowl and survive in dry...

5 More Summertime Pest Control Tips

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Imagine having your nice backyard BBQ with family and friends interrupted by a swarm of mosquitoes or a trail of ants. Or having your guests stumble upon a cockroach or spider inside of your house. Best Pest Control knows it’s important to keep all sorts of bugs and pests away from your home both inside and outside. Last week, we talked about ways to prepare your home for summer fun. We thought it'd be a great idea to continue that conversation with these summer pest control tips from the best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks. Keep Your Kitchen Clean There’s nothing more appealing to ants and other bugs than a pile of crumbs on the counter or on the floor. While those crumbs may seem small to you, they are a large food source for tiny insects like ants. Make sure you’re not attracting unwanted critters by sweeping your floors, wiping down your countertops, and ensuring your food is put away and secured. You should also take the trash out regularly and keep it ...