General

• Residential Pest Control
• Commercial Pest Control

Insects and Spiders

• Ants
  Many species of these ants are native to North America, with several species seemingly the most likely to invade structural wood members. We have several common species in the upper Midwest that are encountered in homes. The usual habitat of a colony of carpenter ants is within wood, often wood partially buried in the soil. If you think you may have a carpenter ant problem and would like an on-site inspection, contact us. We offer a free, on-site evaluation of the problem and estimate for treatment.
• Spiders
  Most spiders are small, inconspicuous arthropods which are harmless to humans. Their beneficial role in keeping insect populations in check far outweighs the hazard posed by the few spiders that occasionally bite humans. Very few of the 100?s of species of spiders in the Upper Midwest can hurt people. Only two groups–recluse spiders and widow spiders– are considered poisonous to humans.
• Termites
  Do you suspect that you have a termite infestation in your house? The best way to be sure is to look for termite tubes around your property. They’re structures that termites build to facilitate transportation above ground.
• Bed Bugs
  Bed Bug infestations are on the rise in the United States. This pest problem that was once considered under control is becoming one of the fastest growing reasons for calls to pest control companies today. Bed Bugs feed on the blood of humans and other animals. They are often transported on such things as luggage, boxes, and even clothing and shoes. As their name suggests Bed Bugs are most often found along the seams of a mattress and behind the headboard of a bed feeding on occupants as they sleep. After feeding a female Bed Bug can lay up to 500 eggs during her lifespan.
• Fleas
  Chiggers are mites from the Trombiculidae family found in warm, humid climates, while jiggers are fleas from the Tungidae family found in tropical and subtropical regions.
• Cockroaches
  The German roach is a nocturnal animal, strongly avoids light, cannot fly, and in almost all situations will be found indoors. Infestations normally begin by the introduction of roaches in packages. The biological potential of this species is enormous, with females producing an average of 5 egg capsules in their lifetime, each with an average of 30 eggs in it. Successful control relies heavily on habitat modification to eliminate food and water resources and to close access to harborage sites. It also is dependent on an inspection to discover all harborages that need to be treated or eliminated.
• Silverfish
  T•A•P is a patented natural fiber insulation treated with boric acid to produce fire-retardant, environmentally-friendly, thermally superior, sound- deadening, pest-controlling insulation. T·A·P is acceptable for use around humans and pets, but deadly to cockroaches, silverfish, ants, termites, and many other crawling insects. T·A·P is the only stabilized insulation which can make pest-control claims. T·A·P is registered with the U. S. EPA as a labeled pesticide.
• Bees
  Exterminating bees or wasps on your own can be difficult and even dangerous. Sometimes a homeowner will attempt to exterminate pests alone, using chemical sprays from a hardware store or supply center. If these sprays are not applied in the correct locations, most of the bee or wasp colony will survive. The most challenging nests to control are those that located deep inside the walls of a home or in the attic. Often, a homeowner does not even know where the actual colony is located. He or she only sees where the wasps are flying back and forth through a crack or hole in the home. If there are bees or wasps anywhere in your home, extreme caution is advised. A professional exterminator will know exactly where to spray in order to eliminate your bee or wasp problem for good.
• Wasps
  Yellowjackets are social wasps, with a Queen that initiated the colony and female workers that build the nest, care for the young, forage for food, and defend the colony. Yellowjackets are very similar to the other social paper wasps called Umbrella Wasps, but differ by having no narrow waist between their thorax and abdomen. Colors are yellow and black. Yellowjackets will be found most commonly inside wall voids or in ground nests. The nest itself will not be visible but a steady stream of yellowjackets going to and from the nest will be visible in the right light. They love to nest in the lower wall voids of homes or in soffit areas where there is a void ready to occupy. WARNING.. Do not seal up an outside yellowjacket nest opening without first exterminating the colony unless you want a lot of angry yellowjackets inside your house.
• Ticks
  Ticks can be found year-round but are most prevalent in the warm summer months. They are parasites, and as a result, are on a continual quest for a host. If a host is not available, a tick can survive up to a year without feeding.
• Mosquitoes
  Nearly everyone is affected by mosquitoes during the warmer months of the year. These pests swarm at outdoor events and breed prolifically in stagnant water–from bird baths to discarded tires–even puddles from the latest rainfall. Certain land features, such as swamps, reservoirs and retention ponds are virtual breeding grounds for mosquitoes. And, all it takes is one tenacious pest to infiltrate your home and make everyone inside miserable.
• Flies
  By their hump-backed shape and their tendency to run erratically rather than fly. They’re either one color or a mix of brown, black, and yellow. These flies thrive in moist environments and decaying matter; their presence in the home usually indicates a sewage pipe leak.
• Centipedes
  Centipedes actually have the ability to bite, and are poisonous. The poison from their fangs, located behind the head, is used to kill insects, which are their primary food. To a human, a bite feels like that of a bee sting, and can be dangerous,especially if there is an allergic reaction in response to the bite. Children will be more sensitive to a centipede’s bite.
• Millipedes
  Millipedes are not poisonous and do not have fangs, but they can emit an obnoxious fluid to defend themselves. Some varieties can spray this fluid several inches. The fluid can cause irritation to the skin in some people and should be removed right away. Additionally, it may take some scrubbing to get rid of the odor.
• Beetles
  Beetles make up the largest category of insects in the world, accounting for approximately 25% of all life forms on earth. In fact, there are more than 5 million different species of beetles.
• Hornets
  Another social wasp, the Bald-faced hornet lives throughout North America, including southern Canada, the Rocky Mountains, the western coast of the United States, and most of the eastern US. They are most common in the southeastern United States. They are best known for their large gray football-shaped paper nest, which they build in the spring for raising their young. This insect is extremely territorial and defends it’s nest aggressively if challenged. Called bald faced because of the predominance of white on the face of the insect, it is the largest of the native hornets.
• Stinging Insects
  A bee or wasp problem in or your home or yard can disrupt daily life and put both you and your family in danger. If a family member is allergic to a bee and is stung, the reaction might be serious enough to warrant a trip to the hospital. A bad reaction can occur even if the allergy had previously been non-existent or mild. Also, an individual’s allergy can worsen after repeated exposure to bites. Multiple bites can be quite dangerous, especially with regard to the elderly or small children. Regardless, bee stings hurt even without an adverse reaction. If you want to make sure that bee or wasp stings do not pose a danger to you or your family, let a professional exterminator address the problem.
• Mites
  Chiggers or harvest mites are tiny red bugs that can stick to your skin when you walk in grassy areas. They inject digestive enzymes that dissolve and suck up skin cells—causing a red, bumpy, itchy rash that usually goes away after about two days.
• Gnats
  Flies, typically considered a nuisance, exist in all regions of the United States. There are more than 240,000 different species of flies in the world. Approximately one third of them, including mosquitoes and gnats, can be found in the United States.
• Boxelder Bugs
  A native pest, the Boxelder Bug is an overwintering pest in our homes as it migrates into structures to avoid the winter cold. If you have a seed producing maple (The Boxelder tree is a member of the Maple family) these pests can be a challenge from time to time. Hot dry summers seem to make the population explode in the late summer and about Labor Day, you will see them begin migrating towards your home. Control methods are effective if timed correctly.

Animal Control

• Bats
  Bats found in Minnesota and Wisconsin are primarily of 2 species. The Little Brown Bat & the Big Brown Bat. Both of these species are common and we occasionally even find both species living in the same structure.
• Moles
• Raccoons
  Many common wild animals have long been making themselves at home in our suburbs and cities. Some animals come and go among us. They discover food in abundance in our gardens, trash cans and pets’ food dishes. They learn easy routes in and out of our towns–through underbrush, along streams and railways, and even through sewers. But when these animals find their way into your home or garage and decide to stay, they quickly become a nuisance. Raccoons, opossums, rats, squirrels, bats, and many other animals cause millions of dollars in property damage every year. Some carry diseases and parasites that can be transmitted to you or your pets.
• Wildlife
  Ignoring the problem will not encourage it to go away. Most invading rodents settle in and decide to stay. Unfortunately, the longer an animal remains undisturbed in any particular area, the more difficult it will be to remove. The animal will build a nest, produce offspring and attract others to shelter in your home. Confronting a trespassing pest on your own is never a good idea. A wild animal is unpredictable and dangerous no matter how small or innocuous looking. Calling a professional exterminator is always recommended when dealing with nuisance wildlife. Professional wildlife control technicians have the equipment and knowledge necessary to safely remove the animal from your property without injuring it or themselves. They will then relocate the captured animal to a more appropriate location. Wildlife control technicians are also up to date on regulations involving species that may be protected by law and require special handling. A professional exterminator will also be able to assist with cleaning up the animal’s nest, droppings, and food remnants in order to prevent the spread of disease and bacteria.
• Opossums

Rodent Control

• Rodents
  Our company began service on November 10th of 1986 in Rochester Minnesota and today, 10 full routes, service east central Minnesota including the greater 10 county metro area of the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs. We also service a number of communities in Western Wisconsin. We provide a variety of pest control services from the elimination of rodents to the treatment of the vast variety of insects that infest homes and structures.
• Mice
  Seal any openings larger than 1/4 inch to exclude both rats and mice. Openings where utility conduits enter buildings should be sealed tightly with metal or concrete. Equip floor drains and sewer pipes with tight fitting grates having openings less than 1/4 inch in diameter. Doors, windows, and screens should fit tightly. It may be necessary to cover edges with sheet metal to prevent gnawing.
• Rats
  The presence of rats can be detected by droppings or evidence of fresh gnawing. Tracks can be seen in mud and on dusty surfaces. Runways and burrows may be found next to buildings, along fences or railroad tracks, and under low vegetation and debris.
• Squirrels
  There are more than 2,200 different rodents. Together they make up more than 40% of all mammals. In this group you will find: mice, rats, squirrels, capybaras, nutria, chipmunks, prairie dogs, and many more.
• Voles
• Chipmunks