Rat Exclusion: How to Keep Rats Out of Your Property
Understanding Rat Exclusion: A Proactive Approach to Preventing Infestations Rat exclusion is a forward-thinking strategy that prioritizes keeping rats from entering your property, stopping infestations before they start. Unlike traditional pest control, which is generally mostly reactive, exclusion focuses on sealing entry points, setting up deterrents, and addressing conditions that attract rats. With California’s varied […]
6 Signs of Mice You Should Definitely Not Ignore
Mice can be devastating to your home, so you need to know the signs. This guide explains 6 signs of mice you should definitely not ignore. If you live in an older home or a home that has insulation problems, you may start to notice some odd things happening around your house. Grease marks may […]
How to Get Rid of Mice in Your Restaurant
Mice in your restaurant can wreak havoc on your business and reputation. While mice may seem like harmless little creatures in cartoons, real-life mice carry disease, cause property damage, and can scare off even your most loyal customers. If you’re hearing scurrying noises in your restaurant or finding droppings in your pantry, it’s time to […]
The Types of Diseases Rodents Carry
Types of Diseases Rodents Carry Hantavirus Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) is a potentially fatal illness that is conveyed mostly by deer mouse feces. This virus can be transferred by coming into close touch with rodent urine or feces, eating infected foods, or even being bitten by a rat. The virus can take one to five […]
How To Get Rid Of Potato Beetles
The potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) is a pest found all across the United States. Potato beetles are gardening nightmares, frequently eating up plants in the nightshade family (Solanaceae), including potatoes, eggplants, peppers, and tomatoes. Proper control is necessary, a pest control company like Official Pest Prevention is the one to go to for a definitive and […]
How to Get Rid of Pests in Supermarkets and Grocery Stores
If the first step in proper supermarket pests control is to remove any food that might attract hungry pests, supermarkets already start off at a disadvantage. Between the hundreds of pounds of fresh, delicious food lining the shelves to the bins full of expired goods out in the back, there’s more than enough temptation for the passing […]
How to Identify and Get Rid of Moles in the Garden or Yard
Moles can be a real nuisance when they set up shop in your garden. At best they are annoying and at worst they can leave your plants struggling for life. Learn how to find these pests and let the experts at Official Pest Prevention keep them off your garden or yard. Signs Of A Mole […]
Why Fall Pest Control Is So Important
As the season begins to change and fall decorations begin to pop up, Official Pest Prevention reminds homeowners that a little pest-proofing goes a long way towards protecting your home and your health through the colder months ahead. Give your home a walk around to see if there are any areas that might be leaving you […]
How to Get Rid of Flies and Prevent a Fly Infestation
In the summertime, flies come out in droves and are one of the most difficult pests to keep away. The warmth of summer seems to bring out the worst in the insect population, with pesky flies invading our home and spoiling the summer mood. Therefore, a fly infestation is more than just a mere nuisance. […]
Common Pantry Pests and How to Deal With Them
You may have unwanted pests this summer. These pests are nibbling on your food, multiplying, and slowly taking over your home. They are known as pantry pests. These pesky insects can be hidden from view for quite some time in your pantry and in your food. The dried foods they often infest include flour, cereal, […]