10 Things to Consider Before Hiring a Pest Control Company in West Palm Beach (Part 2)

Here are the final five items on our list of things to think about before selecting a pest control company for your bug problem.

Be an Educated Customer

As they say, knowledge is power. Doing a little research about the problem at hand will help you better understand what you’re facing. The more you know about the particular pest you’re dealing with, what it takes to get rid of it once and for all, and how to best prevent it from making a future appearance the better. Knowing what questions to ask will help you make and educated decision.

Make Sure Your Pest Control Company is Insured

Depending on what your particular issue is, it may require some complicated and/or messy methods to fully treat it. Even the most skillful and talented professionals run into problems from time to time. You want to be certain that any damage that may happen to your home or belongings will be covered and handled with as little inconvenience to you as possible. An insured pest control company is essential.

Ask About Service Guarantees

It’s important for you to have a very clear understanding of what steps they are taking, how long it will take, how long you can expect the treatment to last and how to best extend the life of their extermination services. If you find cockroaches two weeks after they’ve completed your job, will they come back? A trustworthy company stands behind its promises.

What Sort of Training Do Their Technicians Have?

Does the company require specific training and testing in the use of the pesticides they’ll be applying in your home? You need to have full confidence in the abilities of the technician you’re allowing into your home. Are they kept up-to-date on the latest technology?

Are the Chemicals They’re Using Safe Around Children and Pets?

It’s important to be able to provide a pest-free home for you and your loved ones, and it’s equally important to know that any pesticides or chemicals used are not toxic to any of you. It’s also good to consider how safe they are to the environment in general. Ask your pest control company what sort of treatments they employ.

Hopefully our list has given you some ideas as to what you can and should expect from your pest control professionals. Your home is likely the biggest investment you’ll make, so you’ll want to choose wisely when it comes to maintaining its safety and integrity.

If you’re in need of pest control services, consider calling Ambassador Pest Management today. This is our bottom line: Your service will be done right, every time. If it’s not, let us know and we will make it right.

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10 Things to Consider Before Hiring a Pest Control Company in West Palm Beach, FL (Part 1)

When you discover a pest control problem in your home, you might feel overwhelmed and you may not be thinking as clearly as you usually do. Finding an experienced professional who can get the job done, and get it done right, is paramount. But where do you start? How do you find the right pest control company?

We’ve compiled a list of ten things that are important to consider when choosing the right company for you. We’ll take a look at the first five here, and follow up with the remainder of them in an upcoming post.

Take a Look at their History

When you discover pests in your home, there’s a good chance that you’ll either search the Internet for “Pest Control West Palm Beach” or even check the Yellow Pages. In either case, you’ll get dozens of results. Which one should you choose? Look for a companies that have been in business for a long time. If they’ve been around awhile, there’s a reason for that. Compile a short list of those, and call each to see what they have to offer you. A reputable company will offer a free, no-obligation inspection and a written estimate.

Make Sure They’re Licensed

You want to find a company who is operating on the up-and-up, and one that is registered with the state. There are a lot of fly-by-night operators out there, and when you’re investing in your home, you don’t want to take chances. Ask for their license or look them up online.

Take Your Time Making Your Decision

Oftentimes, our first inclination at the sign of a pest problem is to act quickly. Not taking the time to do the research can be costly, however. Inexperience, the wrong tools or chemicals, and insufficient application can result in an incomplete job eradicating the pests, damage to your home or injury to your pets or loved ones. Don’t rush into a decision! The “Measure Twice, Cut Once” principle applies here.

Don’t Take the Word of a Door-to-Door Salesman as Gold

If someone shows up at your door uninvited, warning you of a problem you didn’t even know you had, and offering an expensive solution, get a second opinion. Unfortunately there are some scammy operators out there looking to take advantage of homeowners just trying to do the right thing for their house. Don’t sign or agree to anything until you’ve had a reputable company (or two or three) out to inspect.

Ask Friends and Family for Recommendations

Living in Florida, chances are you know someone who’s dealt with a pest control problem. Knowing about their experiences, both good and bad, can save you from making a costly and regrettable choice. That’s what friends are for, right?

Follow along for the other five things in our next post, 10 Things to Consider Before Hiring a Pest Control Company in West Palm Beach, FL (Part 2). In the meantime, if you have a pest control problem here in West Palm Beach, FL, consider calling Ambassador Pest Management today. We’ve been a family-owned and operated business for over 25 years, and we’d love to put our experience to work for you!

5 West Palm Beach Pest Control Bugs That Will Make You Squirm

Florida has a lot of charms to recommend it, but the spooky, creepy-crawly insects are not chief among them. Although pest control companies spend all day looking at them, you may not have that opportunity. Here’s a look at some of the less desirable bugs you’d want to see on your bedroom wall when you’re turning in for the evening.

Florida Woods Cockroach

AKA a palmetto bug, is a slow-moving moving insect. If you’ve ever stepped on one, you’d know by the smell. It didn’t get its other nicknames by accident: skunk roach or stinkroach come to mind. Adult palmetto bugs even have a similar self-protection ability to the skunk. They can send an extremely foul-odored spray up to a meter away. Yuck!

Silverfish

These skinny fish-like cockroaches start out their lives white, but as they age their scaly bodies take on their signature silver color. They’re particularly fond of Florida because they thrive on the heat and humidity. You might find them hanging out in your library or in a stack of old magazines or newspapers. The silverfish has a taste for cellulose, so your bookshelves and boxes of old reading material are a potential snack for them. Don’t say you weren’t warned!

Earwigs

Fortunately you’re less likely to see one of these guys in your home. They’d prefer to be outside in their natural habitat. If you do, however, see one while you’re out in the kitchen getting a snack, you’ll know what it is. Around an inch long or so, these dark brown bugs are slim in build… but it’s those pinchers coming out of their back end that will grab your attention! Good news, though – they really don’t want to crawl in your ear. Probably.

Ticks

Ticks are not an attractive insect to be sure, but what makes them especially frightening is their disease transmission skills. They can carry many different types of infections, but the one you’re probably most familiar with is Lyme Disease. If you’d rather avoid tangling with ticks, it’s a good idea to wear long pants tucked into your socks if you’re in a wooded area, use DEET-based repellants, and keep your yard free from debris and dead leaves. Carefully examine any pets who have spent time in the woods as well!

Indian Meal Moths

While in the larval stage, it looks like a little white worm with a black head, but soon it will turn into a brown butterfly-looking moth that enjoys hanging around in your pantry. It loves to eat cereals and grains, flours and rice, bread and dried fruit. They’re reverse-Houdinis, easily getting into sealed containers with ease, and helping themselves to your food stock. Keep an eye out for them!

If you’re having problems with any of these or any other uninvited insect guests, call the pest control experts at Ambassador today for a free, no-obligation inspection. Your satisfaction is guaranteed!

5 Tips to Prevent Termite Infestation in West Palm Beach, FL

Just the thought of having a termite infestation is enough to strike fear into any homeowner’s heart. You’ve heard about, or maybe have even seen, the damage these destructive pests can do. It’s hassle and expense everyone would like to avoid at all costs. These tips can help you keep your home termite-free.

Pay attention to your landscaping and mulch!

Soil and mulch containing cellulose can hold moisture, and will literally eat that up. Wet mulch provides a feast for these obnoxious visitors, so it’s a good idea to keep these landscaping items out of direct contact with your home’s foundation or siding. Try to have about half a foot of clearance between the edge of your landscaping and the house. Keep your flower beds at least 12 inches away from the foundation as well.

Be mindful of how your new shrubs will grow.

Much of the lovely shrubs and foliage you plant today will become much larger over the years. You’ll want to make sure that as the root system grows, it will not become crowded against the foundation of your home, making a hard-to-inspect place for termite populations to flourish. Also keep in mind that tree limbs and branches that grow to have contact with your house will provide an ideal entry point for termites.

Make sure your siding is high enough.

Siding that is low enough to be making contact with the soil line is in danger of providing a path for termites to enter. Your siding should be, at a minimum, six inches above the grade to be on the safe side.

Clean out the dryer ducts.

If your clothes dryer is not being effectively vented to the outside, that warm, moist air can collect in your crawlspace. This will create the perfect, cozy environment for termites to flourish. Check to make sure your ducts are in good repair and fully connected.

Check the condition of your insulation.

Your home’s insulation should never be allowed to fall, as it can trap moisture and the paper backing on it can become a target for termites. Rehang any insulation that has fallen down if possible. Replace it completely if necessary.

These tips can help you avoid a future termite infestation, but all the best maintenance in the world may not completely prevent the risk. If you have concerns about a current termite problem, call the professionals at Ambassador Pest Management today. Our experienced technicians will do a free on-site evaluation and service estimate. We guarantee our work 100%!

I need a permanent pest control solution for my ant problem in Stuart, FL

Controlling an ant problem in your home can be one of the most frustrating pest control projects you ever undertake in your Stuart, FL home. You might think you have the problem licked by spraying all the entrances, cracks, and windows, and maybe for a time they do disappear – and then they come back again.

One of the reasons for this is that some ant species will have both parent colonies and satellite colonies in the vicinity of the home. Parent colonies are often located outside the home, in a pile of rotting wood or in some other clump of wood that’s soaked and soft, while the satellite colonies are more likely to be inside, wherever moist, damaged wood can be found. Do-it-yourself methods will sometimes kill off most of a satellite colony, but leave the other dozen colonies undisturbed.

The first step toward eliminating any ant problem is to identify which kind of ant you’re dealing with, and that will indicate what kind of pest control methods should be used. Here are some of the most common types of ants:

• Carpenter ants. There are about 25 different species of carpenter ants found in homes, and 6 of them are capable of doing major structural damage. Many of these species have the parent-satellite pattern of home infestation described above, and can only be truly eliminated if all colonies are found and wiped out.
• Fire ants. These kinds of ants are found mostly in the eastern U.S., from the New England states to Florida, and can vary from being minor pests in the yard, to very aggressive pests that invade the home. They can be very difficult to eliminate because even after eradication, they can still come from neighboring properties where other infestations have become entrenched.
• Winged ants. These pests look very much like termites, and are difficult to distinguish from actual termites, other than their elbowed antennae. It is possible to eliminate many of these with pesticides and the sealing of all cracks, but if all of them aren’t killed, the survivors will replicate and re-appear in the home.

The most effective approach to pest control in Stuart, FL

The best way by far to be confident of eliminating an ant infestation is to contact a qualified pest control company in Stuart, FL. They will positively identify the type of pests infesting your home, and consult with you about a treatment program that will leave your home pest-free. Ambassador Pest Management will guarantee 100% satisfaction for their pest control and ant problem treatment services. Contact their Stuart, FL office at 772-229-0400 today.

Most effective pest control for getting rid of bed bugs in Stuart, FL

The pest control industry has seen an increase in the incidence of beg bugs across the United States, including here in Stuart, Florida. Bed bugs get their name from the fact that when living in peoples’ homes, they prefer to nest in warm, soft areas like sofas and beds. While human residences are not the only place they make their nests, homes are a preferred site because bed bugs live exclusively off the blood of warm-blooded animals.

They are visible to the naked eye, but you have to look closely to see them because even as adults they are only about the size of an apple seed. It is probably easier to detect them by observing the brown fecal discolorations, blood stains,  or molted skins they leave behind on sheets. They are extremely successful breeders, and can quickly produce a large colony in your home. While bites from bed bugs are not painful, they do leave a small puncture mark, and in homes where a sizable infestation has nested, there will be the potential for sustaining multiple bites. A serious pest control solution is a must.

Eliminating bed bugs in Stuart

Do-it-yourself pest control methods will generally have only a limited effect on trying to manage a bed bug infestation. They are small and very adept at hiding in dark cracks and crevices where they cannot be seen, especially when they feel threatened, so any attempt that involves visually locating them will probably not be very successful.

The pest control products which can be bought over the counter at a store generally are not intended for use specifically on bed bugs, but for insects in general, and these are also of limited usefulness. Even when a portion of the population is killed off, the rest will usually make a comeback because they are such prolific breeders and because they are situated in an environment which is ideal for them.

By far the best pest control method for complete elimination of bed bugs is to engage the services of a professional pest service. Professionals will first identify which kind of bugs are in your home, where they are nesting, and the size of the infestation. Then they will formulate a plan to eradicate the entire population with little or no disruption to your daily life.

Call Ambassador Pest Management to schedule a free inspection today. You can always count on getting a  highly qualified professional who is committed to providing exceptional, 100% guaranteed service  as well as superb customer care.

Reliable Pest Control Jupiter Services

Have you noticed some peculiar crawling, chattering or gnawing sounds coming from your cupboard or your attic?  You may also observe some of your baseboards or door frames caving in. You may have rodents or even termites in your home.  Everyone hates pests because these can damage properties and even cause viruses and health hazards. To get rid of these,  you need to find certified pest control Jupiterspecialists to handle this problem for you. They have their methods of eradicating these pests out of your home professionally and safely.

Pest Control Jupiter

Jupiter pest control experts can also teach you home remedies to prevent pests from coming back. Knowledge and additional information on sanitary strategies will help keep homes clean and not conducive for pests. This will ensure everyone to be safe and free from diseases these pests carry.

Pests may carry contagious health hazards detrimental to our health. We must be careful and be aware of these so that we may also know how to deal with them.

Helpful Information on Pests

•          Flies carry a variety of diseases which can lead to food poisoning. They are seen flying around on ceilings and glass surfaces.

•          Bedbugs feed on human blood, which can spread diseases. They are seen in crevices, cracks, and beneath carpets. They are not easily controlled.

•          Rats can spread various diseases. You will notice their presence because of teeth marks biting on electric cables and other materials.

•          Cockroaches are the most common pests in every home. They carry sicknesses and go for any food around. They are usually seen during the dark.

If you have any of these in your home, make sure that you call the experts to eradicate these such as Ambassador Pest Management Services! They are certified Pest Control Jupiter experts that can certainly provide you efficient and quality service! Visit their website today at www.AmbassadorPest.com to get a free inspection!

Finding the Best Pest Control Specialist in West Palm Beach

Keeping your West Palm Beach home protected and sanitized are both very important. This involves consistent pest control management that is necessary for both your family and your home’s safety. Since this is a very complicated and risky process – trust only the pros to do the job for you.

Looking for the Best Pest Control Specialist

Are you in need of a certified professionals who are fast, friendly, licensed and insured to deliver full pest extermination services? Commercial pesticides are extremely hazardous and application should be done by the experts in an eco-friendly manner.

Why You Should Trust Expert Pest Control Companies

– They are licensed and experienced specialists and they know how to deal with different kinds of pests like rodents, insects and venomous snakes. Trying to handle these yourself can cause you more harm.

– Experienced exterminators have been in business for years. You can put your trust in them to provide you superior assistance.

– They can provide you with residential and commercial services.

– Their exterminators undertake extensive training in order to be a licensed pest specialist.

– Their professionals gain access to formidable solutions that are more efficient than over the counter or retail pesticides.

– They offer scheduled services to keep your property pest free.

– They can also help eliminate pests that cause damage to your infrastructure like termites, rodents and ants.

How do you choose the best pest control management specialist?

– Ask if they offer an affordable method to make certain that your property is protected from rodent and insect infestations.

– Inquire if they have a team of professional exterminators are capable of handling the problems efficiently in an organized manner.

– It will be better if they are willing to educate you on how to further prevent future infestations from recurring in your home.

– They should be capable of eradicating rodents and insects effectively while ensuring the safe application of all their pest extermination solutions.

Pest Control Services

Residential and commercial pest control services include:

– Ant Control

– Bed Bug Control

– Termite Extermination/ Treatment

– Bee Control

– Flea/Tick Control

– Cockroach Control, prevention and sanitation

– Silverfish Control

– Rodent Control

– Spider Control

– Wild Animal Control

It is advised to keep a scheduled check up with your exterminators to be able to ensure the safety of your family and your home. These routine checks can prevent more damage and save you more money in the future.

If you are looking for reputable pest control West Palm Beach  and Termites West Palm Beach specialists, choose only Ambassador Pest.

With over 25 years of expertise, you know you are in good hands because they are your trusted pest control in West Palm Beach professionals! Visit their website today to schedule a free inspection at AmbassadorPest.com

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