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 Elevate Pest Control on your […]
411 on Wasp Nests
Nothing ruins a picnic or other outdoor activities quicker than the appearance of wasps. These pests are common throughout Utah and can keep you from enjoying your porch, yard or other areas around your home throughout the summer months. In addition to the annoying sound of their buzzing, a wasp sting can put your health […]
Solve Your Pest Problem
We know that there’s a lot of people out there who are real do-it-yourselfers. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. In fact, the best pest control is preventative pest control. That being said, major infestations are best handled by pest experts. If you do elect to handle the problem yourself, there are a number of […]
Will Termite Treatments Kill Ants Too?
Termites and ants are two of the biggest problems homeowners face in Utah. Depending on the type of ant, an infestation of either can cause extensive damage to your home and to outside structures. Without professional help, both can go undetected and may escalate to the point of making your home uninhabitable. There are similarities […]
Which Is More Dangerous: Wasps, Flies, Bees, Mosquito, or Hornets?
Over the spring and summer months in Utah, flying insects can become a major concern. They can nest in trees, along roof lines, under eaves, and in other isolated places around your home. Their presence easily ruins picnics or other outdoor events, and for good reason. Flying insects carry the threat of serious diseases and […]
Ticks in Your Area
The change in seasons and an increase in warmer weather means that many of us will be spending more time outdoors. Vacations, hiking trips, and outdoor activities such as picnics, community events, or weddings all provide opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty of the Utah area. However, there are risks you need to be aware […]
The Destructive Termites In Utah
The thought of a termite infestation is every property owner’s worst nightmare – and for good reason. Termites can form large colonies and without the proper training, tools, and experience, they can be difficult to uncover and eradicate. Unfortunately, the longer you wait in dealing with a potential termite issue, the more damage they are […]
Pests to Prepare Your Home for this Spring
Each spring, pests come out of the woodwork (sometimes literally) and invade homes all across the northern and western parts of the U.S. Depending on how you look at it, these states are lucky in this regard. At least we only have to deal with pests during the summer. On the other hand, we can […]
