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Natural Pest Control in Portland - Pest Patrol PDX
Pest control is an essential aspect of maintaining a healthy and comfortable home environment. However, using harsh chemicals to control pests can have negative impacts on the environment, pets, and even humans. Fortunately, there are all-natural pest control options that are effective in controlling pests without harming the environment. One of the most effective all-natural
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Crawlspace Restoration in Portland - Pest Patrol PDX
As a Portlander, if you own a home with a crawlspace, you know how important it is to keep it dry and protected. We get so much rain here that it's extremely important to keep your crawlspace in good working order. One crucial component of crawlspace maintenance is the vapor barrier, which is a plastic
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Why we use Nature-Cide Products - Pest Patrol PDX
The entire goal of pesticides is to repel or kill a target pest in order that it might not cause harm to the humans, plants, or animals needing to be protected. Pesticides are used for all sorts of thing: Agriculture, roof maintenance, pest control, lawn care, structural protection against termites, protection against rodents, and the
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How to keep rats out of your crawlspace - Pest Patrol PDX
Termites might be able to do more structural damage than rodents, but nothing can match the sheer volume of damage caused by rodents all across the world. Here are some helpful ways to ensure that you keep rats out of your crawlspace for good. Doing regular inspections is a great first step in multiple home maintenance
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How to inspect your gutters - Pest Patrol PDX
We see gutters all the time that are in terrible shape. These entry points provide access into the attic for rats, squirrels, and other wildlife. Find out below how to keep your gutters in tip-top shape to protect the largest single investment you'll ever make, your home. What causes gutters to fail Clogged downspouts are
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How to inspect your attic for rodents - Pest Patrol PDX
Winter is upon us and it's time to inspect your attic. Maybe you're planning on selling your home this Spring. Maybe you just got done cleaning your gutters and noticed some rotten facia board which has been providing entry points into the attic. Maybe an attic inspect is a normal thing for you and you
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How To Inspect a Crawlspace For Rodents
If you are thinking about selling your home then keep in mind that the inspector will always inspect the crawlspace and the attic and will call out any rodent activity that they find. It is best to find this beforehand and make sure that everything is dealt with prior to listing the home, if possible.
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How to remove squirrels from your attic - Pest Patrol PDX
Squirrels are cute and furry, but they can cause a lot of damage in crawlspaces or attics if they invade to build their nests. Not to mention some squirrels are considered endangered or protected species so you have to be very careful how you deal with them. With that said, if you have determined that
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How To Set A Rat Trap - Pest Patrol PDX
Rodent trapping has been going on for millennia using everything from the simplest “stick-holding-up-rock” traps, to the most advanced electronic zappers on the market today, and everything in between. If you are experiencing rat activity and need some guidance for how to trap them, this should help point you in the right direction for how
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Is your crawlspace winter-ready? - Pest Patrol PDX
Do you have drafty floors during the winter? Have you experienced having a pipe break in your crawlspace due to cold weather? Do you want to avoid potential mold and mildew growth under your house? Install foam blocks to cover vents It’s fall time here in Oregon which means weather starts to become wet and