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We Work Well With Real Estate Agents
Here at Carmel Valley Pest Control, we understand the many demands put on real-estate agents. Sometimes it seems like a thankless job. As a realtor, you may make several appointments with different people to view a house, have to drive several miles to get there, only to experience a “no show.” This can happen several…
Read MoreSay Goodbye To Dangerous Pests
Fleas, ticks, cockroaches, spiders, ants, silverfish, and more are just a few of the pests that can invade your home. You may think that indoor pests are just pesky; that some can be creepy and/or scary such as spiders; while others are just a nuisance; but many can be downright dangerous to your health. Do…
Read MoreWhy Squirrels Are Considered Pests
Why Squirrels are Considered Pest Gray squirrels are rodents, or gnawing animals, and that can be bad for you and your property. Although the majority of gray squirrels are gray, they can also be brown, black, or red, and are found from Canada to Florida, and west into eastern Texas. Although squirrels are fluffy, cute…
Read MoreWho Rules Your Roost? Part 2
Do Bats Rule Your Roost? In our last blog, we discussed being over-run by birds roosting on your home or property. Today we are going to talk about bats. Don’t assume that if you see one bat in your home that it is alone. If you see one, there are probably more living in your…
Read MoreWho Rules Your Roost? Part 1
Do Pigeons Rule Your Roost? While many species of birds are beneficial, others can be harmful to your home, property, and health. One type of bird that often becomes considered a pest is the pigeon. Pigeons are similar to ants or cockroaches. When you see one, you know there are more. Don’t let pigeons rule…
Read More6 Facts You Should Know About Cockroaches
6 Facts About Cockroaches That You Should Know Are cockroaches overrunning your home? If you’ve seen one, there are more. Cockroaches have flat, oval-shaped bodies that are brown or reddish-brown in color. They have small heads, with two antennae, and six long, spiny legs that allow them to run across almost any surface including walls…
Read MoreDo You Need Pest Control During The Winter?
Depending on where you live winters can either be relatively mild, or horrendously…well…wintry, with snow and wind and cold! Many people wonder if pest control during the winter months is a necessary expenditure. The answer is yes. Regardless of whether your winters are mild or not, regardless of where you live, maintaining year-round pest control…
Read MoreShould You Risk Doing It Yourself?
There are certain things you would never risk doing yourself such as repairing your car, repairing your computer, or diagnosing an illness, although many of us may research all of these things on the internet. In fact, many of us may actually try to do them ourselves, but chances are it won’t often turn out…
Read MoreDo You Really Need A Professional?
When the economy takes a turn for the worst, there are certain things that fall to the wayside, and pest control services can be one of those. Between cost and the rise of do-it-yourself videos on everything regardless of the topic, you may think you can benefit from controlling your own pests and rodents. If…
Read MoreInfestations Aren’t Always About Insects
When you think of an infestation you probably think of insects or rodents. Termites, carpenter ants, bees, wasps, and other insects probably come to mind. However, infestations aren’t always about insects. For instance, did you know that you can have a dry rot infestation? While we are known for eradicating pests and rodents, we can…
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