Don't Be Overrun By Rodents

Most people cringe at the thought of mice and rats running around their house. Most of the time you don’t actually see them, but you might see what they leave behind. Rodents aren't usually thought of as cute creatures so the thought of having them in your home can be unsettling. A B Pest Control & Insulation knows that’s not the only reason you should be concerned about a rodent infestation in your house. Check out these dangers that come along with having a rodent problem. If you notice your home is being overrun by rodents, give your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company a call.

The Dangers

One of the main reasons that people fear a rodent infestation is the fact that they can carry pathogens that may transmit disease to humans. Some of these pathogens that they carry can even be transmitted through the rodent's urine and droppings. The pathogens become airborne as they break down and then they contaminate other dust particles. This means that you may even be exposed to pathogens even if you don’t actually see a rodent or their droppings.

Tip: You should never disturb a rodent nest if you see one. You should call a rodent control professional at the Lake of the Ozarks to be on the safe side.

Besides carrying pathogens and other diseases, rodents can also cause damage to your home. They can damage wood beams, plastic or even metal pipes, and sometimes soft concrete. Rodents can also easily chew through the plastic coating that is on electrical wiring. This could lead to short circuits or even house fires. To make things even worse, rodents are known for getting into your food items, as well as damaging insulation in walls, crawl spaces, and attics.

Where You Can Find Rats in Your House

Rodents will live almost anywhere in your house. From attics, crawl spaces, walls and even old furniture. Rodents can even be found in chimneys. Roof rats are good climbers and they are usually found in attics. Norway rats are usually found nesting close to the ground or inside your crawl space. Knowing what types of species your home has can help professionals better customize a solution for your home.

If you’re wondering how rodents even make their way into your home, it’s more than likely they found a tiny hole. Rodents can squeeze through holes the size of a quarter. They also have strong teeth so if they find an area that’s too small for them to fit through, they can easily gnaw their way through. Besides holes, they can easily crawl through pipes and dryer vents that aren’t covered.

Get Rid of an Infestation

If you’re dealing with a rodent infestation in your home, give your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company a call. While DIY methods may be tempting, you can easily end up costing yourself more money in the long run, not to mention cause more stress. If you need rodent control for either inside or outside of your home, give A B Pest Control & Insulation a call! 

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February Happenings Around The Lake

We are starting to feel the winter blues and we are looking forward to spring and the warmer weather! Luckily, whether it’s winter or summer there are always many fun events around the Lake of the Ozarks. Your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company has the inside information on some of the great events that are taking next month around the Lake.

Mardi-Gras Pub Crawl

Date: February 17, 2018

Time: Buses start at 4:00 pm (VIP Shuttle Service is also available)

Cost: $10 Wrist Band

The wristband is required and includes:

Entry to 17+ participating venues

Unlimited entertainment – all locations will have band or DJ

Bus transportation to all 17+ locations

Pick up and drop off at participating hotels/motels

Lake of the Ozarks Bridal Show

Date: February 18, 2018

Time: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Where: The Lodge of Four Seasons

315 Four Seasons Dr.

Lake Ozark, Missouri, 65049   

If you are planning a wedding in 2018, this a must-attend event. Meet potential vendors, enjoy food tastings, find inspiration, receive some great deals, and maybe even win a door prize. Every vendor you may need for wedding planning will all be under one roof.

Home, Business & Lake Living EXPO

Date: February 23 – February 24, 2018

Time: 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm on Friday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm on Saturday

Where: Lodge of Four Seasons – Campana Hall

315 Four Seasons Dr.

Lake Ozark, Missouri, 65049

This show will feature a wide range of products and services including consumer goods, health and wellness, building contractors and suppliers, plumbing and electrical supplies, home improvement and remodeling, and much more. EXPO 2018 will feature a diverse selection of products and services for business, home, personal, and lake living.

Polar Plunge 2018

Date: February 24, 2018

Time: 2:00 pm

Where: Lake of the Ozarks State Park PB2

Public Beach #2

Osage Beach, Missouri, 65065

This “unbearable” event is an opportunity to show how brave you are as you support local Special Olympics athletes by walking, running, or crawling into the frigid winter water. The proceeds benefit Special Olympics Missouri’s year-round program of sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

WINTERFEST 2018

Date: February 24, 2018

Time: 5:30 pm

Cost: Tickets are $60 each

Where: Tan-Tar-A Resort

494 Tan Tar A Drive

Osage Beach, Missouri, 65065

Lake Ozark Daybreak Rotary presents WINTERFEST 2018 – “Back to the Beach”. Help raise money to help those in need right here in our community. Please join the Lake Ozark Daybreak Rotary in celebrating their 21st Annual Winterfest Gala at Tan-Tar-A Resort. Even festivities will include a Silent Auction by Rick Bryant, Wine Pull, live entertainment by the i-Berrys, buffet dinner, door prizes, and lots of fun.

Your Lake Of The Ozarks Pest Control Company 

For all the events that are happening around our community, your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company will help keep you updated and informed. The winter weather may be sticking around for a while longer. Just because it’s cold, doesn’t mean pests stop trying to enter your home. To keep your home pest free all year long, give A B Pest Control & Insulation a call. 

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General Pest Control vs. Advanced Treatment

When it comes to pest control, A B Pest Control & Insulation knows what it takes to get rid of those pesky creatures. We take pest control seriously and we want to make sure that your home is pest free. Because of this, your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company offers many services to fit the specific needs for each home. Everything from general pest control to advanced termite treatment. Check out the difference below!

Termite Inspections & Preventative Treatment

At A B Pest Control & Insulation, we want to make sure you don’t have to worry about pests. When it comes to termites, we use a proven treatment called Termidor. Termidor termiticide/insecticide has many flexible application options. Your professional pest technician at the Lake of the Ozarks will determine what treatment application will work best for your particular situation. If there are no active termites in your home, Termidor will help ensure that there won’t be any in the future. Not only does this give you peace of mind, but it adds to the value of your home.

Termidor eliminates termites by both ingestion and contact and is lethal to termites simply through contact with other Termidor-tainted individuals. And because Termidor is a non-repellent - undetectable to termites - the pests freely forage through treated areas, unknowingly ingesting, picking up and transferring Termidor throughout the population. It's the product's unique "Transfer Effect," allowing Termidor to achieve 100% control of termite populations at the very low rate of just 0.06% active ingredient.  

Fly service

When it comes to our fly service, you can go ahead and put your fly swatter away. This is a great service that helps eliminate those annoying flies. We will draw out those pesky insects from your home and keep them from returning. This is a great service to do before the spring and summer months. There’s nothing worse than trying to enjoy a beautiful spring day and constantly having annoying flies roam your house.

Flea, Cockroach, & Bed Bug Infestations

When it comes down to these pesky bugs, the most rapid and effective pest control method is one that is administered by a specially trained pest control professional. There are several techniques and tools that can be employed and the best one for your situation will be recommended. We look at what attracts these bugs, how they gain access to your home, and then we work to get rid of them. Specialty pest control is extremely important once an infestation has started.

Regular Pest Control Maintenance

This type of service is different from the specialty services. General pest control is more of a minimal application because it is more for maintenance. Your home isn’t infested with bugs, so it doesn’t require the extra work that goes along with the specialty services. General pest control is extremely important in ensuring that your home stays pest free all year round. Sometimes, pests may still enter your home if only the exterior of the home is treated. If you leave your garage door, regular doors, or windows without screens open, bugs can come right in and they can easily bypass the exterior of the home that was treated. 

At A B Pest Control & Insulation, we pride ourselves on our exemplary service, because we stand behind all our work. We offer flexible service schedules to meet your pest control and budget needs. If you have unwanted pests around your house, give your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company a call! We only use EPA approved, low-odor chemicals and we go through proper training to ensure that everyone is safe. From general pest control to advanced and specialty services, we cover it all! 

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Are There Termites In Your Firewood?

With temperatures this cold, many people are really starting to utilize their fireplaces to help keep their homes warm and cozy. While having a fire in the fireplace can help save you money, you need to be aware of the firewood you are bringing into your home. A B Pest Control & Insulation knows that your firewood might be home to many different insects including termites. When firewood is outside, it offers insects shelter, food, and water, essentially everything they need to brave the cold winter. If there are termites in that firewood, you are carrying those termites right into your home when you bring the firewood in. Your Lake of the Ozark’s pest control company has all the information you need to protect yourself from termites in your firewood.

Signs There Are Termites In Your Firewood

Subterranean termites live in soil and they construct mud tunnels to their food sources. These tunnels they create may be visible on the outside of the firewood, or they may be visible within the logs themselves. The main termite colony – the colony where the queen lives – will remain in the soil, but her workers will find their way into the firewood for a food source. If those termites are brought into your home through the firewood, they are not likely to start an infestation. But if your firewood is stacked against the house or in close to the foundation, it gives termites an invitation into your home.

The best way to help keep termites from entering your home is to properly store your firewood. A great way to store firewood is to keep it off the ground. You can do this by using a rack that is specially designed for holding firewood, or you can use a do-it-yourself approach and stack bricks or concrete pads to form a platform to store the wood. Another important thing to note is that you shouldn’t store firewood near your house. You should store it far enough away from your home and its foundation, so termites and other bugs don’t have access to your house.

Finding A Solution

If you find termites in your firewood, you may be tempted to try to figure out how to kill them, but you should never attempt to kill them by using chemicals. You should never chemically treat firewood you intend to bring into your home and burn. The best way to deal with termite infested wood is to simply dispose of it.

A B Pest Control & Insulation Can Help 

If you find any evidence of termites in your firewood or even in or around your house, give A B Pest Control & Insulation a call. While using the fireplace during the winter months is a great option for many people, your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company wants to remind you that it’s important to properly store your firewood and check it before you bring it into your house. To keep your home pest free this winter, and all year long, give us a call! 

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