News, Events, and Happenings of Elevate Pest Control
What if your home was invaded by the smallest and stinkiest of invaders? No, we’re not talking about the neighborhood kids. This is a different kind of pest: the dreaded stink bug. Many homeowners don’t know how to get rid of stink bugs and effectively surrender to the stench. But when you know what to do, you can take control …
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 sting, and unlike honeybees, they …
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 seasons. Rodents and other pests …
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 mistake the sound of termites …
The holidays are a time for giving. At Elevate 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 are giving back this season …
Elevate 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 and volunteers weekly at the …
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 is directly before the pest …
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 yearly profits. Making sure your …
