Our monthly, quarterly, and annual Boise pest control services can keep those pests at bay all year round.
From billbugs and ticks in the warmer months to rodents making their way indoors in the colder months, our service handles them all. Other pests, like the ones listed below, are also seen in the Boise ID area. Our Barrier Promise ensures top-quality service for any pest and rodent eradication and prevention.
COMMON PESTS FOUND IN THE BOISE AREA
Ants
One of the most common pest problems that we see is ants. Several kinds of ants are located in the Boise area, the most common types being pavement ants, carpenter ants, and harvester ants. Once these guys have made a home somewhere, it can be challenging to get rid of them without the help of professional pest control services.
EARWIGS
Earwigs feed on decaying plants and wood, so finding them in most backyards is no surprise. They can quickly infest a neglected yard or unclean home. For these unwanted pests, regular treatment from pest control professionals is necessary to control and contain the earwigs.
ELM SEED/BOXELDER BUGS
Elm Seed and Boxelder bugs are relatively new to the Boise area and were first seen by pest control companies in 2012. Though they don’t bite, sting, or cause damage to a home, they can still be a nuisance. They create an unpleasant odor when found in large numbers and when you crush them in your home. We offer quarterly pest services to keep these bugs out of your house.
SPIDERS
Much like anywhere in the world, many different kinds of spiders are found in Boise. Although we can’t list them all, hobos, jumping spiders, wolf spiders, and black widows are the ones we have encountered the most, some being very poisonous spiders. Regular treatments from a local, experienced pest control company are highly recommended for the best spider control results.
RODENTS
Like all of us, some rodents have also made a home in the Boise area. The best way to prevent these little guys from invading your space is to keep your home clean by not leaving food crumbs on the floors, sealing any cracks or holes in the floors or walls, and keeping the house free of clutter. If you encounter deer mice, gophers, house mice, or voles in or around your home, our Boise rodent control solutions can help eliminate them promptly.
STINGING INSECTS
Wasps and hornets can be one of the most annoying pests; unfortunately, they are no strangers to our area. Avoid standing water, debris piles, or old burrows near your home. They are also attracted to fencing, playground equipment, and roofing areas. If you have found wasps, yellow jackets, honey bees, or hornets in or around your home, leaving it to the experts is best to avoid any injuries.
BED BUGS
Bed bugs are inactive during the day, making them difficult to spot. They hide in cracks and crevices, especially the folds, tufts, and seams in mattresses and box springs. They are attracted to warmth and carbon dioxide. If you have a bed bug problem, let our pest control specialists help before it worsens.
CLOVER MITES
Most common in the Spring, clover mites tend to invade homes in large numbers. Though they don’t bite, sting, or carry any infections, they are a nuisance due to their large numbers and the red stains they leave behind when smashed. They feed on vegetation outdoors, so keeping vegetation well-groomed and away from the house is essential. Preventative pest control treatments can help immensely avoid having to deal with them.
Quality Residential & Commercial Pest Control Solutions in Boise
Spiders always seem to give homeowners fits in the summer and fall (including Black Widows and Hobo spiders). Ants appear during the spring and sometimes become permanent invaders if they can find food and shelter in your home! Yellowjackets and wasps also find a way under the radar until someone gets too close to the nest and gets stung. Elm Seed and Boxelder bugs can cover entire floors, ceilings, and walls during certain times of the year.
All of these invasive pests can be alleviated and solved with our residential pest control program that targets the pest issues during the season that they are most active.
It’s important to know that even businesses can be exposed to pests and unwanted rodents. Restaurants can attract cockroaches, mice, rats, and spiders. While offices, warehouses, and hotels can have ants, bed bugs, and other pest infestations!
With the help of our Boise pest control services, we can ensure that your company’s production does not skip a beat when your buildings or offices are being treated.
Preventive pest control measures to ensure your business is safe from pests can help prevent or limit poor online and word-of-mouth reviews, product recalls, employee and customer health risks, and more. Regardless of your industry, Barrier Pest Control is here to help with any pest problem. You can contact us today for a free estimate and head-start protecting your business from uninvited little critters.
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Since 2006, Barrier Pest Control has been a company that has emphasized excellent customer service above all else. Barrier doesn't have gimmicks or clever marketing ploys to achieve that goal. We do it by taking care of people simply and striving to be the best pest control business in town. These simple ways certainly aren't national news. Being friendly to customers, always answering the phone, returning after-hour messages promptly, calling the day in advance to schedule, and always being on time are just a few examples of how we run our pest management solutions. By consistently delivering on these essential but often neglected items, Barrier's been appreciated over the years by thousands in the Boise, ID, area and hopes to do so for many years. Barrier uses the best products and methods, and as a result, their services are safe and maximally effective in protecting your family and business from any pest control needs. Because of our expertise, focus on the customer experience and safe and effective ways of protecting what you value most, Barrier Pest Control is the right choice for all your pest problems.FAQs From Our Boise Customers
- Ants
- Earwigs and Millipedes
- Elm Seed Bugs (a.k.a. Box Elder Bugs)
- Rodents (Mice, Voles, Gophers)
- Spiders (Hobo, Wolf, Jumping, and Black Widows)
- Stinging Insects (Wasps, Hornets, Yellow Jackets, etc.)
In recent years, we have seen an increase in bed bug cases. If you live in Boise, odds are you’ve seen these pests around your home.
We have the experience, know-how, and treatments to fend off these unwanted guests. Call us today to learn about our quarterly treatment plan!
You can clean areas you feel could be home to pests as best you can. These areas could be corners behind large furniture, attics, basements, and closets that can be ideal hideouts for ants, mosquitos, cockroaches, spiders, wasps and bees, and mice and rats. If you can’t reach certain areas in an attic or garage, don’t worry; bring up those areas with the pest control expert, and they’ll thoroughly inspect the hard-to-reach areas.
Warm, damp, and dark areas are also places to check and clean. Areas behind your fridge, stove, microwave, and other easily moveable kitchen appliances that don’t regularly get moved can become cozy living quarters for pests. Laundry and mud rooms should also be thoroughly cleaned. We recommend periodically cleaning garbage cans, freezers, and woodpiles, which can attract rodents and pests.
If you suspect pests are in your shed, damaging your lawn, or other areas around your home, clean these areas and mark them as needed. Spotty yards can be a sign of Billbugs. Billbugs can be challenging to find and know if they are beneath your lawn’s surface. An easy four-step inspection can be done to check for these pesky critters in your yard.
If you have already found signs of pests in your home, such as feces, nests, or property damage, please take pictures of these areas, and be sure you can point them out to your pest control specialist when they arrive. They can adequately examine the area and determine what pests they are working with.
In some cases, feces can be found near dining areas or where you discard food. Your home’s countertops should be free of dishes, food, and any appliances where pests can hide and feces can be found. Cover any open food and store it in a safe place. If you have children, ensure their crib/mattress and toys are protected and stored safely. Please remember that children often put objects in their mouths without the parent(s) knowing. If you suspect pest feces or remnants in your kitchen, clean your dishes and countertops, mop the floors, and, if needed, check your fridge and pantry to ensure pests haven’t gotten into your food supply.
Our pest control treatment products are labeled for safe use in and outside your home by state and national agencies. We never risk exposing children or furry friends to anything harmful or dangerous. The only precaution we ask is to stay off any treated areas until they are completely dry. You can do your part to keep your kids safe from pesticides by keeping common household pest sprays, powders, etc., out of reach or locked up.
Fall & Winter
- Rodents
- Spiders
- Flies
Many may not know that the same goes for flies! These pests and rodents typically overwinter until the warmer months of April and May come around to head back outside. You’ll start to see burrows, holes, property damage, feces, and other signs of rodents making their way inside, searching for warmth. Finding where these flies get in can be challenging, so double-check that all your doors and windows are closed to keep them from getting in through these openings.
Spring & Summer
- Roaches
- Billbugs
- Mosquitos
Summertime is prime weather for mosquitos, wasps, beetles, and crickets. Mosquitoes breed in standing water & in marshy areas and can reproduce quickly. This can be a legitimate marsh or pools of water in your yard. Regular perimeter treatments and a sound draining system in your yard can help reduce the spread of mosquitos in and around your home.
No, none of our pest control treatments will require you to leave the comfort of your home. We offer services that get rid of the pest problem and never serve as an inconvenience or discomfort to you and your family.
It may surprise you, but many pests do not simply die off in the winter. Some, like ants, spiders, and rodents, are drawn to the warmth of your home. Overall, pest activity may decrease during the winter. Still, it is necessary to maintain treatments to keep the inside of your home pest-free and pest numbers low during the other seasons.
We promise always to answer the phone when you call, to return every message we receive, never to surprise you at home, to always show up on time, to do things safely and by the book, and to be clean and tidy in our work.
And as always, If you have any problems around or inside your house between regular service visits, call us, and we will fix the pest problem for free! If you have a pest problem in Boise, don’t hesitate any longer and contact us today.
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Mealworms
Mealworms, the larval stage of the darkling beetle, are notorious pests often found in homes, barns, and food storage areas. These yellowish-brown larvae, typically about an inch long, are attracted to grains, cereals, and other dry goods, making them a common nuisance in kitchens and pantries. They thrive in warm, humid environments, making it easy to infest areas where food is improperly stored or where crumbs and spills are left unattended. Practicing good food storage and cleanliness habits is essential to avoid mealworm infestations. Store dry goods in airtight containers to keep mealworms out, and regularly clean your kitchen and pantry to remove crumbs and spills that could attract them. Additionally, inspect food purchases for any signs of infestation, such as damaged packaging or visible larvae, and promptly dispose of any contaminated items to prevent the spread of these pests. To prevent mealworms outside the home, remove any decaying organic matter like fallen leaves, mulch, or old wood, as these can serve as breeding grounds. Please keep outdoor areas clean and dry, and make sure that exterior food storage, such as pet food or birdseed, is securely stored. By maintaining cleanliness both inside and outside, you can reduce the risk of a mealworm infestation.
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