Contrary to popular belief, cockroaches do not only infest filthy homes. A clean house will be less likely to have a roach problem, but even clean homes can have a cockroach problem. This article will give you a better idea of what causes roaches, how cockroaches get into your house in the first...

Introduction  Leach Botanical Garden in Portland, Oregon, is a charming place to visit. Its rich history is full of love for nature and enjoyment of the outdoors. People from Portland and visitors from all over the world will love the variety of experiences that visiting Leach Botanical Garden...

According to National Geographic, there are “more than 45,000 known species of spiders, found in habitats all over the world.” It has been said that around 3,000 species of spiders reside in North America. Out of all the spiders you may encounter in the United States, the only ones that are...

Spiders can be quite the nuisance, and that’s why we are here to help! Here are some tips on how to get rid of spiders. Seal up holes in home The main reasons spiders sneak their way into your home is through cracks and crevices left opened around your home. To prevent more spiders from

Our Route Managers at Insight Pest Solutions mostly hear complaints about little black ants taking over their home. That is why we are giving you some tips on how to get rid of black ants in your home.   Locate points of entry The first step in getting rid of black ants in your home

When it gets warm outside, it’s easier for your pets to carry in fleas with them or other pests. Here are some tips on how to prevent fleas, so you don’t have to worry about these pests this summer.     Keep yard flea free The number one thing you should start with when actively

Wasps are definitely a nuisance in the Pacific Northwest during the summer. Here are the common types of wasps in this area that you can watch out for.   Yellowjackets What they are: Yellowjackets are the most common seen species out of the four of these. They are extremely defensive when...

Eliminating bed bugs can be really difficult and bothersome. Although the most effective way to get rid of bed bugs completely is to contact pest control professionals, here are some tips on how to eliminate bed bugs naturally that you can try. Steam cleaning Steam cleaning has been proven to...

The words flying and ant should never be used in the same sentence. Unfortunately, they often are and that’s where these tips come in handy. Here are some tips on how to get rid of flying ants naturally. Natural Peppermint Spray If you take peppermint oil and mix it with water and dish...

Written by Matt Bertolli     Working as a Route Manager is not the easiest job in the world but it’s definitely rewarding. It’s a job that best describes the phrase work hard play hard. I can think of the two days that stand out to me most while working this job.   My best

Ants; the most common pest but definitely not the least annoying. There are usually a few reasons why you could be seeing them in your kitchen. These reasons include freestanding water, the time of year and the food and crumbs left out. Knowing this, here are some tips on how to get rid of ants...

Rats and mice; a nuisance that is hard to get rid of. Here are some tips on how to get rid of rats and mice in your home. 1. Contact Insight Pest Solutions The first step you must take if you start noticing a problem with rats or mice is to call a local pest

Fireworks, freedom, hot dogs, soda and family. The Fourth of July is full of fun festivities. However, they aren’t so fun when you wake up the next day with your body covered in mosquito bites. Here are some ways to prevent getting bitten by this bothersome insect this Fourth of July. DEET If...

You might think you don’t have ant problems until you see them outside your home. It’s important to treat the ants around the exterior of your home, so they don’t make their way into your home. Here are some tips on how to kill ants outside your home. Contact Insight for...

The weather is getting warmer which means spiders will start popping up soon. Because of this, we must be prepared. The most effective way of getting rid of spiders here in the Pacific Northwest is to use a pest control company to knock them out for you. However, here are some more natural home...

The ants come marching one by one, and you need to be ready for if that happens. Although at Insight we recommend our eco-friendly products to get rid of ants, there are some natural home remedies that prevent some of the ants. Here are tips on how to get rid of ants naturally. *Most of

Using our products will get rid of all of the bugs and pests in your home. However, here are some tips you can follow so your home will completely withstand pests in between services. 1. Let us know if you see any and we will provide free re-services With Insight Pest Solutions, we come to

When you see mice in your home, the first step is to call Insight Pest Solutions in order to get professional help to keep them out. However, here are some tips on how to get rid of mice temporarily in between the time you call us and the time we get there. 1. Recognize their

Cockroaches can be bothersome and gross. In this article, we will talk about the different types of cockroaches you will see and how to get rid of cockroaches or help us before we can come in and exterminate them for you.   There are two types of cockroaches you are most likely to see here...

Lice; an epidemic that spreads like wildfire. It’s so easy to get lice, however, very hard to get rid of. Here are some tips on how to get rid of lice in the home and on the head.   1. Use Tea Tree Oil Tea Tree Oil does not work as a standalone lice treatment.

As summer approaches, so do the mosquitoes. With mosquitoes comes bites, itching and irritation. The only way mosquito season can easier is knowing the most effective remedies for bites. Of course, remember to wear bug spray as well. However, here are some easy home mosquito remedies that will...

Irritated and red skin, constant itching and biting at the infected area are all signs of fleas on your animal. The sad part is when your pet has fleas, they cannot communicate the pain to you through our language. That is why it is important to know the signs and to know how to get

Seeing ants in your kitchen but don’t know what to do until our technicians can get there? Here are some tips on how to get rid of ants temporarily in the meantime.     1. Do NOT leave freestanding water in your kitchen. If you have an ant problem or have had one in the

Rats: a nuisance in your home and a nuisance overall. However, do you really know much about them and who they are? Here are 5 fun facts you didn’t know about rats. 1. Rats Reproduce like CRAZY A rat can have up to 12 babies in one litter. Rats can have one litter a month.

Summer time is great and all, but when the wasps start coming out, it isn’t as fun anymore. Here are 5 tips and tricks on how to treat a wasp sting in the comfort of your own home.     1. Vinegar Why it helps: Wasp stings are less acidic as bee stings and have

How to Inspect for Bed Bugs You might have thousands of uninvited guests living in your mattress, causing you sleeplessness, all kinds of itchy skin problems and just being a disgusting nuisance. The question is how to get rid of bed bugs. If you suspect you have bedbugs, inspect areas you think...

We have been doing pest control for over eight years, and we can confidently say it is a widespread problem to have rats and mice in Washington and Oregon. If you have seen a rat or mouse creeping around your home we need to be thinking rodent control quickly. Today we will answer two of

About The Oregon State Fair and Exposition is the oldest known fair in Oregon State today. It is the official fair and exposition of Oregon. Scheduled between August and September each year in northern Salem. The fairgrounds cover over 185 acres. The Oregon State Fair and Exposition started...

Introduction The Pacific bonsai museum is composed of a vast collection of trees gathered from Pacific Rim nations. Bonsai is a Japanese art in which small trees are cultivated to take on the form of mature and fully formed trees. These small trees are produced in containers and are made to...

Introduction The point defiance zoo and aquarium is stationed in Tacoma, Washington and is owned by the Metro Parks, Tacoma. There are over 9000 animals of over 367 animal species. The zoo also has quite some red wolves as they were actively involved in the preservation of the species at a point...

Introduction The Chinatown-International District (C-ID) of Seattle, Washington is the heart of Seattle’s Asian American community. It was established in 1999 due to influence from Chinatown, Japantown, and Little Saigon neighborhoods. Although a large percentage of the area’s residents are...

Introduction This amusement park and water park is located in Federal way, Washington state. Located only a few miles away from the Seattle Tacoma International Airport It was first opened in the year 1977 by Byron Betts. At first, this park occupied about 10 acres of land and contained only six...

Introduction Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) is the main airport serving the Seattle metropolitan area Washington state including Federal Way. It is the largest airport in the Northwest region of North America and is located about 13 miles south of Seattle. The Sea-Tac airport is...