Pest Control Blog | Barrier Pest Control

Apr 27 2023

Stingers, Buzzers, and Swarmers! OH MY!

Posted by Kirk Dean | Stinging Insects, Wasps

Finally! The days are warming up, and we are entering our outdoor spaces. Whether the kids are jumping on the trampoline, swimming in the pool, gardening or even just trying to mow the lawn, stinging insects can make your yard a nightmare. Stinging insects that are commonly found in and around your homes can include …

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Apr 25 2023

Fly season buggin’ you? Tell them to buzz off.

Posted by Kirk Dean | Flies

Are you tired of swatting away flies? As the weather warms up, fly populations increase, which can be a real nuisance for homeowners and business owners. Fortunately, Barrier Pest Control has the solution with our Fly Control Service. Our Fly Control Service is available from April 1st to October 31st when fly populations are at …

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Apr 6 2023

DIY Spider Craft

Posted by Kirk Dean | Crafts, Spiders

HOW TO MAKE SPIDERS Supplies- Egg carton Fuzzy sticks Scissors Sharpie marker Wiggly eyes Step 1: Start by cutting out the egg carton. This will be your spider’s body! Step 2: Color them whatever color you would like. I went with black! Step 3: Use …

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Mar 20 2023

Nuisances in the Spring

Posted by Kirk Dean | Ants, Clover Mites, News, Pest Control, Spiders

Spring Pests in the Treasure Valley: What to Expect and How to Prepare As the first signs of spring tentatively peep out from the frost-encrusted ground, we, the people of the Treasure Valley, begin to stir with anticipation. Despite the persistently nippy temperatures and the wet blanket that Mother Nature continues to toss our way, …

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Mar 15 2023

Fleas by Paige G.

Posted by Kirk Dean | Fleas, Lawn Care, Pest Control

Treasure Valley Fleas All pet owners despise fleas! Unfortunately, fleas are pests that I know better than my kinfolk! I grew up in the south, and these guys are a massive problem for everyone! Because fleas prefer a warm, humid environment, most Idahoans have avoided sharing their lives with these bloodsuckers! However, could our lives …

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Mar 2 2023

Changing Seasons – Spring is Coming

Posted by Kirk Dean | Pest Control

Spring Treatments We are changing over from winter to spring treatments this week and just in time too, although we have had quite a few cold and windy days it is warming up just enough for the spring pests to start to emerge. We have started getting reports from customers living in neighborhoods full of …

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Feb 7 2023

Spring Is Coming And So Are The Pests

Posted by Kirk Dean | Lawn Care, Pest Control

Brace Yourselves for Spring: Nature’s Call for Pests and How to Beat Them Groundhog Day, Punxsutawney Phil, and that riveting anticipation—how we all love these charming traditions! Our fuzzy friend Phil might not be the sharpest tool in the shed when it comes to weather forecasting (I mean, a 40% accuracy rate? Come on, Phil!), …

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Stingers, Buzzers, and Swarmers! OH MY!

Fly season buggin’ you? Tell them to buzz off.

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Nuisances in the Spring

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Spring Is Coming And So Are The Pests

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