Your Guide to Yellowjacket Wasps And Yellowjacket Hives
There are 30,000 different types of wasps on Earth. Of this huge family of insects, not all are considered pests. Yellowjackets are a subset of wasps that are social and identified by their color. Not all yellowjackets are pests, but pest yellowjacket hives can be big trouble in your yard. Wasps are famous for being able to […]
Winter & Preventative Pest Control
People don’t think of the colder months as being particularly bad for pest problems. That’s mostly because they’re thinking of outdoor insects like mosquitoes, wasps, ants, and termites. Cockroaches, rats, mice, and spiders are all active during the winter months. In fact, you’ll probably notice rodents more in winter than you will during the warmer […]
How To Recognize Signs Of Mice
Do you have mice in your house or are you just driving yourself nuts? You wouldn’t believe how many folks have asked us this question. They can’t be blamed, sometimes it can be difficult to tell. Even if you’re sure you have a mouse problem, how can you be sure it isn’t rats? Sometimes, folks […]
Donating Bed Bug Services
The holidays are a time for giving. At Pointe Pest Control, we believe this includes helping out family, friends, and neighbors who may be struggling. There are numerous people throughout our community who could use a helping hand and we hope you do what you can. For our part, one of the ways that we […]
Pointe Scholarship Recipient
Pointe is excited to announce that we have awarded a student our scholarship. Daniel Seaman produced an awesome video that we loved. Daniel hopes to attend Brigham Young University where he will study business administration. Daniel is also very involved in his high school clubs and activities. He is an active member of his community […]
Should I Clean My House After My Pest Control Treatments?
Many folks wonder about the residual effects of certain chemicals used to kill household pests in their homes. Are these substances toxic? Will they harm my pets and children? Do I need to clean up after the pest control technicians? The answer is no. The right time to perform a thorough cleaning of your home […]
Attention Apple Farmer
The fall months are a peak time for apple farmers in Utah and Colorado. Consumers look forward to this season each year, buying apples in bulk for baking and canning purposes, as well as for enjoying them fresh. Harvests fuel shipments to grocery stores, local markets, and commercial food production facilities, representing significant shares of […]
Now That Fall Is In The Air, Pests Seek Shelter Indoors
Fall is here. That means back to school for the kids, Halloween on the horizon, and football Sunday. It also means that a number of pests are going to be looking for warmer climes. Those warmer climes tend to be our homes where climate control keeps the weather beautiful all year long. If you’re concerned […]
Five Common Scents That Attract Mosquitos
Mosquitoes are one of the most annoying types of pests and can instantly ruin any outdoor activities you have planned. They can easily get into your home through open doors or windows, leaving behind itchy, red welts as they bite you and your family members. They can also carry a variety of different diseases, which […]
Identify and Get Rid of Spider Egg Sacs
Spiders are a common pest in households throughout Utah. While most are just a nuisance, weaving their webs indoors or outside and making your family feel uncomfortable, some can actually be dangerous. To protect yourself and your loved ones against the threat posed by spider bites, get our team at Pointe Pest Control on your […]
