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After what seems like forever sitting indoors through the cold winter months, it's hard not to love the fresh sights and sounds of spring. Flowers are in bloom and birds are chirping, but it seems the pesky bugs have joined them as well. Even though there are some insects that can be beneficial to your garden, there are some that really know how to do some damage. A  pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks  can help identify and treat the ones that like to destroy our outdoor spaces and cause havoc. Here are some things to look out for: Pests in Your Vegetable Garden There are several different types of worms, beetles, and other crawly insects that can feed on a fruitful garden in no time. These insects love a ripe, juicy tomato plant as much as any avid gardener. Defensive measures can be taken such as growing "companion plants" that keep pests away from your main crop. However, once an infestation occurs, redirecting them won't work. A  Lake of the Ozar...

Spring has finally arrived and the pests are now waking up. If you are tackling home improvements, you can avoid a  pest infestation at the Lake of the Ozarks  by adding some things to your to-do list. With the help of the  best pest control company at Lake of the Ozarks , you can maintain a healthy living environment and ward off pests this spring. Here is a household guide of things you can do to avoid a pest infestation this spring: Kitchen Your kitchen can become a common gathering place for ants. This is because the kitchen provides easy access to food and water sources. Ants march through your home in search of crumbs or overripe fruit sitting on the counter top and sticky residue from spilled liquid. To make your kitchen less attractive to ants, keep your kitchen clean and sanitized on a regular basis. Here are some other things you can do to try to keep ants at bay: Discard stale spices and other dated items such as flour Wipe down the inside of your ca...

When we think of allergies, we often think of pollen, weeds, or food. However, there are several asthma and allergy symptoms that are directly related to household pests as well.  Best Pest Control   knows there are some simple pest prevention strategies you can take to avoid the springtime sniffles. To stay healthy during peak asthma and allergy season, the   best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks   can offer treatment measures to help you keep pests away. Below we have answers to some questions regarding pest-related asthma and allergies. What Insects Can Trigger Asthma and Allergies? Many ordinary pests, such as cockroaches and stinging insects, are known to trigger asthma and allergies. Cockroach droppings, saliva, shed skins and other body parts contain allergen proteins that cause allergic reactions and can aggravate asthma symptoms, especially in children. In people with weakened immune systems, the venom of certain stinging insects, such...

As the weather continues to warm up, many pests are starting to become more active and are coming out of hiding. Insects like ants, mosquitoes, wasps, ticks, fleas, cockroaches, and even rodents are now preparing to feed, breed, and nest after winter. To make sure your home is protected, consider hiring the  best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks  to keep insects and rodents from coming in.  Best Pest Control  can provide professional treatment plans to help eliminate these critters. Check out this checklist that offers ways to try to prevent them from coming into your home in the first place. Checklist to Keep Pests Out Seal all crevices and gaps in windows and doors. Clean and maintain air ducts and vents regularly. Fix leaky pipes and any sources of moisture from clogged gutters since this can attract ants and cockroaches. Eliminate all standing water around the house including birdbaths.  Make sure basements, crawlspaces, and...

Spring is finally here, which means that pests are starting to wake up and are making their appearance. If you're beginning to make that spring cleaning checklist, you can avoid a pest infestation in your home by adding a few things to your to-do list. With the help of the  best pest control company at Lake of the Ozarks , you can maintain a healthy living environment and ward off pests this spring.  Best Pest Control  has put together a quick room-by-room guide of things you can do to avoid a pest infestation this spring. Outdoor Space With the nice temperatures, you'll be spending more time outdoors this spring. So, a great place to start to avoid a pest infestation is the outside of your home. During the spring, it’s important to examine your outdoor living space. Look for any damage done over the winter months. Rotted wood and shingles can attract termites and other insects. Clean out clogged gutters and downspouts before April rain showers. You may also...

Ol' Phil says spring is coming early this year, so now is a great time to start planning for your spring cleaning.  Best Pest Control  can help you check a few of your spring cleaning chores off of your list. From deck maintenance to  pest control services at the Lake of the Ozarks , the  best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks  can help you enjoy the beautiful spring weather sooner. Here are just a few of the ways Best Pest Control can help. Deck Cleaning & Repair It's important to do regular maintenance on your deck to ensure it is in excellent condition for summer use, after all, a majority of time will be spent outside enjoying the beautiful weather. Best Pest Control cannot only repair and clean your deck, they can also help it look like new. Homeowners at the Lake of the Ozarks will likely deal with mold at one point, especially on their decks. Best Pest Control can help you make sure your deck is ready for backyard BBQs and sum...

It’s springtime at the Lake of the Ozarks, and with the warmer weather and longer days, comes a lot of pollen and spring allergies. Each year, the National Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) designates May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Many times, when we think of allergies, we think of pollen, weeds, or food, but there are several asthma and allergy symptoms that are directly related to household pests as well.  To prevent a pest problem, Best Pest Control knows there are some simple prevention strategies you can take to avoid the springtime sniffles. To stay healthy during peak asthma and allergy season, the best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks can offer treatment measures to help you keep pests away. Below we have answers to some questions regarding pest-related asthma and allergies. What Insects Can Trigger Asthma and Allergies? Many ordinary pests, such as cockroaches and stinging insects, are known to trigger a...

The ability to sting, coupled with their great mobility, makes Yellow Jackets, Hornets and wasps some of the most feared of all insects. Many species are present in every geographic region of Missouri. These species vary in aggressiveness and other behaviors, however, and only a few need to be feared. This doesn't make it any less of a problem for some people. With the potential of suffering allergic reactions when stung, it's better to be safe than sorry. Knowledge of how to identify them and their nests can help you to determine how to manage their presence around the home. So this week, Best Pest Control at the Lake of the Ozarks is sharing helpful information to help you more easily identify some of the more common buzzing nuisances found in Missouri. Yellow Jacket Yellow jackets are an aggressive species that live up to their name. They can easily be identified by the yellow and black bands on their bodies. All yellow jackets aggressively defend their nests and wil...

It's that time of the year again, spring allergies have arrived! You may think that the plants blooming may be the cause of your allergies, however, you may be surprised at the real culprit. Your spring allergies could be the result of a pest infestation. Certain pests could cause allergy symptoms as well as asthma. Your local pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks can help you identify and get rid of any pests infesting your home. Allergy-Causing Pests Stinging Insects Hornets, yellow jackets and wasps could potentially cause allergic reactions. Now that spring is in full swing, we're seeing these stinging insects more and more. Don't let your home become a place for them to create their nest. If someone in your home is allergic to a stinging insect, it could be fatally dangerous. Rodents Mice and rats are dirty and often carry diseases and bacteria. They could be the reason you're experiencing allergies this season, as they also carry numerous a...

Spring is here!  As the weather warms up, many pests start to become active. Insects like ants, mosquitoes, wasps, ticks, fleas, cockroaches, and even rodents are now preparing to feed, breed, and nest after winter. Unfortunately, as the weather gets warmer,  homeowners can find themselves with a pest issue during the spring season. Consider hiring the best  pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks  to keep insects and rodents from coming in.  Best Pest Control  can provide professional treatment plans to eliminate these critters, and this checklist offers ways to try to prevent them from coming into your home: Checklist to Keep Pests Out Seal all crevices and gaps in windows and doors. Clean and maintain air ducts and vents regularly. Fix leaky pipes and any sources of moisture from clogged gutters since this can attract ants and cockroaches. Eliminate all standing water around the house such as birdbaths.  Make sure base...