EcoCare Pest Control: Blog
7 Signs You Have a Squirrel Problem
The squirrels running around your neighborhood are harmless, right? Generally speaking, yes – squirrels are very common here in the Portland area, especially the Western Gray Squirrel, and will typically keep to themselves. On the other hand, our wildlife control team...
7 Compelling Reasons to Use Eco-Friendly Pest Control Techniques
It’s that time of year again here in Portland; the days are getting warmer and longer...and droves of insects and pests are appearing in yards, gardens, and homes throughout the city. Thanks to our lush insect-friendly environment, it can feel like a constant battle...
What Portland Homeowners Need to Know About Rodent & Wildlife Infestations
While internet sensations like Pizza Rat and Rocket Raccoon may paint a friendly picture of rats, raccoons, and other wildlife, I’d still wager that you don’t want these creatures destroying your property. For instance, you probably wouldn’t enjoy waking up to...
How Bugs & Rodents Cause Structural Damage To Your Portland Home
Imagine hundreds of termites slowly eating away at your home’s foundation. An ant colony infestation weakening your walls. Rats and mice chewing away at your roof and support beams. Sounds like something out of a horror movie, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, it’s also a...
10 Bugs & Rodents That Are Dangerous to Pets
Watching your dog or cat chase after a bug, spider, or other critter can be amusing. But did you know certain creepy crawlers here in the Pacific Northwest are dangerous to your pet’s health? In today’s blog post, we’ll help you understand which pests and...
Things to Consider When Eliminating Rats
Portland-area residents have been dealing with rats ever since the late 1800s when the Brown Rat first arrived in the PNW from Southeast Asia. Today, rats are incredibly common throughout the city. In fact, Portland was recently ranked number 17 in Orkin’s annual list...
Say No to Bugs! How to Insect-Proof Your Clothes, Food & Valuables
With more than 300 species of bugs and insects living in Oregon, are you fighting an uphill battle trying to keep bugs out of your home? Of course not! Tackling this issue on your own will take some work, but by following a regiment of preventative...
Do You Need Pest Insurance?
Your home is likely your biggest investment and the biggest purchase you’ll ever make. In the Portland area, homes are selling for a median price of nearly $420,000. When considering such a significant investment, doesn’t it make sense to protect yourself...
7 Common Summer and Fall Pests in Portland & Vancouver
The first step in creating a year-round pest control plan for your home is to understand the types of pests you’re dealing with. After all, how can you plan to tackle a problem if you don’t know it exists? Here in the Portland and Vancouver area, there are...
How to Spot 7 Common Pest & Insect Infestations
The best way to know if your home is infested with insects or rodents is an inspection from an experienced exterminator. However, there are some warning signs you can be on the lookout for. In today’s post, we’ll talk about the 7 most common pests in the Portland and...
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