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While eating dinner at a family restaurant in the Boise area I noticed a couple of interesting insects on the wall right next to my booth. As I inspected the wall I noticed that they were carpet beetles. A lot of carpet beetles, like 20! I spoke to the restaurant manager and asked …
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Is Pest Control Safe for Dogs and Cats? Safety First! Hey there, dear reader! Lately, I’ve been catching wind of a common concern: “Is pest control safe for our furry family members?” As someone with kids, grandkids, a wonderful wife, and several loyal four-legged family members, safety is at the top of my list. And …
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Posted by Kirk Dean | Pest Control
Boise area homes are often bombarded with these webs that are created. If not taken care of, these webs instead of catching prey, end up catching dirt and sand and mud. After a rainstorm or two, or your sprinklers hitting them, you have the beginnings of a material that will not extract itself from your …
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I took the following picture of a paper wasp situation at Oakmont sub in Nampa, Idaho: Notice these paper wasps congregating, and not around a nest? In my experience, It usually means one of two things. 1. The nest has grown too large for a small space–like inside vinyl siding. Or: 2. Their nest has …
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Camouflaged Paper Wasp Nest: A Tale from Eagle, Idaho Nature’s Masters of Camouflage I found myself in the picturesque Pine Grove subdivision in Eagle, Idaho. It was a day like any other, with the sun shining and the air filled with the tranquil hum of a suburban neighborhood. While engaged in conversation with a valued …
Posted by Kirk Dean | Hornets, Pest Control, Stinging Insects, Wasps
Paper Wasps in Columbia Village: Understanding the Buzz While in the Columbia Village subdivision in Boise, Idaho, Mike observed the following: Welcome to Barrier Pest Control’s informative blog, where we explore the fascinating world of pests and the effective solutions we offer. Today, we venture into the Columbia Village subdivision in Boise, Idaho, to illuminate …
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While meeting with a customer in the Bridgetower subdivision in Meridian, Idaho, I saw quite a sight: A wolf spider! And not only a wolf spider, but a wolf spider with hundreds of babies on her back! Won’t that make you sleep good tonight! While observing this particular spider, she tried to escape our gaze …
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