Recent Blog Posts
Don’t Spend Thanksgiving Entertaining Unwanted Pests
You’ve planned, the shopping is complete, the Thanksgiving table is set for twelve, but surprise! The guest list has grown to 1200! Tiny pests, like termites or roaches, don’t care that they are uninvited and unwanted. Don’t let your warm inviting home bring unwanted guests in! Find out Ecola’s top tips for keeping pests… Read More »
It’s Rodent Awareness Week!
Surely you’re already aware of these pests, so we thought we’d put your mind at ease with some tips and truths about keeping your home pest free during Rodent Awareness Week. The common “house mouse,” otherwise known as “Mus Musculus,” can be cute as a pet or cartoon, i.e. Mickey Mouse, but in reality,… Read More »
Do Rodents Really Love Cheese?
October is American Cheese Month and we, at Ecola, can’t help but turn our thoughts to rodent control. Maybe it was Tom and Jerry who led us to believe that mice and rats love cheese, and many people use cheese as bait when trying to catch rodents who have invaded their house. But is… Read More »
September is Self-Improvement Month
“As a company, Ecola has such good values. It is focused on both its customers and employees. I am fortunate to work where excellence and growth are encouraged, and the culture is one of cooperation and respect.” -Daniel Soto Even though we encourage self-improvement every day at Ecola, September is self-improvement month. So for… Read More »
Our National Courtesy Month Offer to You
It’s amazing how much better the world can be when courtesy takes top priority. We at Ecola strive to make every month courtesy month. We only wish household pests would share the same sentiment and have the courtesy to stay away. Every homeowner has experienced the audacious way some pests such as ants or… Read More »
10 Tips for How to Party with Fewer Pests During BBQ Season
Not every pest you encounter at home will require the expert services of a pest professional. There are those lurking in your yard that just want to drop into your next BBQ in the hope they might feast on your food and family. Every spring and summer insect populations blossom causing frustration for those… Read More »
The Blueberry-Termite Connection
The connection between blueberries and termites is more direct than one would think. In order to thrive, blueberries need full sun and plenty of water—the very thing that also promotes the growth of weeds. These weeds, especially ones with long roots such as dandelions or Bermuda grass, rob blueberry plants of water and nutrients…. Read More »
Termite Control 101: Common Signs of an Infestation
Termites may be tiny, but they can cause serious destruction to your home. Even worse, they are called silent invaders for a reason—they can infiltrate your home and wreak plenty of havoc without you noticing. Fortunately, there are a few surefire signs these have pests are in your midst. At Ecola Termite and Pest… Read More »
Summertime Rodent Control
Many people mistakenly believe that since rodents most often enter homes in the fall and winter, looking for warmth and shelter, that they leave again when the weather turns warmer. But this is not the case. Rodents who’ve enjoyed the comfort of your hospitality throughout the winter are likely to stay put in the… Read More »
Keeping the Most Beautiful Time of Year Pest-Free
While each season of the year is beautiful in its own right, spring is favored by most people. The world experiences a renewal with the blooming flowers and fluttering butterflies. Birds singing and bright sunshine facilitate a sense of rebirth that makes the world seem right. Therefore, it’s time for spring cleaning – both indoors… Read More »