The Great Rodent Invasion.

Science Fiction movie producers would have loved this one in the 1950’s.  Put on your new 3-D glasses and go to the latest horror film.  Unfortunately, for residents of Chicagoland this scenario is all too real.  In the fall, the field mice leave the friendly confines of their grassy homes and seek shelter in your home or business.

Getting rid of rodents is no easy task.  It needs to be done safely, economically, and completely.  Two mice remaining in your home will become dozens if you try to eliminate them yourself.  Besides, who wants the nasty mess and sound of mouse traps going off in your house especially if you have children?

The answer in the fall of 2017 is the same as it has been for decades.  You rely on Chicagoland mice and rat exterminator A Complete Pest Solution.  Kurt and his team have been eradicating rodents from homes and offices for many years.  Don’t leap up on another chair!  Call A Complete Pest Solution today at (630) 464-1542.

Ants are Hungry Too.

Those pesky little creatures want to get out of the summer heat and into the kitchen where the food is…just like your kids do.  The difference is, they come in by the hundreds and disrupt, as well as contaminate, everything around them.  If you have seen ants in the summer in the past you will almost certainly see them again.

Beware of an invasion after a rain storm.  They like to get out of the wet and find the nearest source of food.  If a sweet treat has been left on the kitchen counter (or even its residue) ants will crawl to it.  We suggest that you clean out your cabinets, store food more securely, and disrupt any signs of ant trails.

The most important suggestion that we can make is to eradicate them once and for all.  That is what will happen when you call Chicagoland’s ant removal professionals, A Complete Pest Solution.  We will eliminate all types of ants that could possibly invade our area.  Give us a call at A Complete Pest Solution (630) 464-1542.

Dangerous Stings from Bees and Wasps.

Maybe we don’t take it as seriously as we should, but bee and wasp stings can be dangerous and even deadly to our family and our pets.  Here is a statistic that may get your attention…more Americans die each year from reactions to bee and wasp stings than from snake bites!  Yet most of us fear snakes so much more.

Perhaps we are fascinated by the bright colors of hornets and yellow jackets.  The truth is, they do little to pollinate the landscape, but their angry or even accidental sting could be life-threatening.  The delicate balance is to remove these creatures while protecting the bee population that IS essential to our future food supply.

That job belongs to A Complete Pest Solution.  For decades now, they have been Chicagoland’s hornet and yellow jacket removal experts.  Please visit their supplemental website www.waspsolutions.net.  After a quick perusal you will see that this is the right solution for your property.  Call A Complete Pest Solution at (630) 464-1542.

Identifying Wood-Destroying Insects.

They come in all shapes and sizes, but they have one thing in common…they eat up your home’s foundation one gnaw at a time!  If you suspect any problems in your home or business with wood-destroying insects be sure to accurately identify them before getting control of the situation and taking action.

One of the problems is that the damage these pests cause happens over several months so you may not notice it right away.  It is very likely that they have been present long before you noticed them.  So, do not panic.  Seek help as quickly as you possibly can.  The clock is ticking on their continued destruction!

Over the decades, Chicagoans have come to trust wood-destroying insect exterminator, A Complete Pest Solution.  If you have not heard of them yet discover them now.  You will be glad that you did.  Kurt and his team will get rid of those wood chewing pests once and for all.  Give them a call today at (630) 464-1542.

What is a Pavement Ant?

I guess the name is self-explanatory.  The pavement ant was introduced into North America from Europe.  It is a dark brown creature, less than 4 millimeters in length.  Just like other ants there is a pecking order.  They have workers, alates (those with wings), and of course, the queen herself where everyone gravitates.

The drone has one job in its short life (but it’s a fun one!).  It is to mate in the late spring and summer and create lots of new pavement ants.  They find a suitable nesting area and the eggs will hatch.  The thing about these little pests is that they will eat everything in sight…other insects, people food, you name it.

Now that spring is turning into summer watch your sidewalks.  Pavement ants may be starting to assemble.  As they do, you need to get rid of them before they take over the entryway to your property and your home itself.  The answer in Chicagoland is always A Complete Pest Control.  They are Chicago’s pavement ant exterminator.  Call them at (630) 464-1542.

Get that Wasp!

This may have been an old “hippie” phrase from the 1960’s.  What we mean by it in Chicagoland is that when these winged creatures invade your property they need to be eradicated.  Some see wasps as a benefit to the environment, but make no mistake about it, they are predatory flying pests.

There are generally two types of wasps…the solitary and the social.  The social variety congregate in large numbers.  The queens have been hibernating during the cold-weather months.  They are much more hot-tempered than bees and should be treated accordingly.  There is a specific time of day when a wasp nest should be eliminated.

A professional exterminator knows the time, the process, and what equipment to use to eliminate these potentially dangerous insects that can hurt or even kill your pets as well as your family.  In the Chicago area the right answer is always A Complete Pest Solution.  They are Chicagoland’s wasp control professionals.  Call Kurt and his crew today at (630) 464-1542.

Bees without Hives.

This is not like doctors without borders.  When we think of a bee don’t we always associate it with a hive?  Not all bees are classified as honey bees.  Seventy percent of all bee species nest underground.  I will bet that comes as a surprise!  In the spring these ground bees come out to say hello to the world.

Unfortunately, they invade YOUR world.  To discover these threats to your family’s well-being you will possibly see piles of dirt with a large hole in the middle.  This is the entrance into the bee’s borrow.  There is an abundance of these ground-dwelling bees without hives.  You want to rid your property of them just the same.

Chicagoans have learned to count on A Complete Pest Solution - Chicagoland’s bee control and elimination expert.  At the first sign of that pile of dirt with the hole in the middle call Kurt and the professionals at A Complete Pest Solution.  And keep this number handy all summer for your own peace of mind (630) 464-1542.

Summer Time…Pest Time!

Warmer weather is on its way.  Picnics, hikes, ballparks, sitting out in the backyard, and…bugs!  I know, it sounded great until that last word.  Like it or not, those nasty critters are as much a part of a Chicagoland summer as The World Champion Cubbies.  That sounded odd didn’t it?

So, now what?  The mosquitos are here and the bees and wasps and hornets are coming.  If you choose to just sit back and wait they WILL come to your property.  Whatever you decide to do…be proactive or reactive it is important to have a solution at the ready.

That solution is A Complete Pest Solution.  They are Chicagoland’s summer pest control professionals.  When the critters congregate they are your first line of defense.  So either call them now or keep their number handy.  You’ll be glad you did.  That phone number is (630) 464-1542.

Protect your Home.

You would do nearly anything to protect your castle.  Maybe you have a security system.  Perhaps you have hired a landscaper or lawn service.  What about pest control?  As spring turns into summer and Chicagoland’s pests emerge in all of their glory it would be comforting to know that you are ahead of the game.

Pest control maintenance for your Chicago area home may be done quarterly.  Right now is the time to hire the best as we close in on the month of May.  It costs less to prevent such pests as cockroaches, ants, spiders, and many other vermin from coming into your home than the expense of removing them once they are there.

Quarterly pest control maintenance is the perfect solution.  And, the perfect choice is A Complete Pest Solution serving the area.  They are Chicagoland’s pest maintenance control experts.  So, don’t wait until summertime pests invade.  Get in front of it now by calling A Complete Pest Solution at (630) 464-1542.

Looking Around for Carpenter Ants.

If these nasty creatures have invaded your home you won’t have to look hard to find them.  We wanted to let you know early in the spring exactly where to look for them in your Chicago area home.  Carpenter ants can and will damage any type of wood.  A colony of them can grow into “satellite nests”.  Destroy them early!

You won’t find carpenter ants building nests in dry wood, generally.  Their various points of entry into your castle are in the foundation, through electric wires, attic vents, and even telephone lines.  They appreciate your doors, windows, panels, and walls.  That is where they will set up THEIR home in YOUR home.

They don’t derive any nutritional value from wood, they just ruin it by making nests.  It may not seem like a problem now in early April, but it could be an insurmountable one later.  At the first possible sign call Chicagoland carpenter ant exterminator Kurt Spurgeon of A Complete Pest Solution.  Keep the number handy (630) 464-1542.

Where Did the Bugs Go During the Winter?

It is curious isn’t it?  Those pesty critters just disappear when the weather drops below freezing then, by some metamorphosis they poof reappear to “bug us” in the spring, summer, and fall.  It is one of nature’s great magic tricks.  Insects and household pets don’t migrate and they don’t have the wherewithal to buy a fur coat!

Surprisingly, their journey may consist of only inches.  Many live at the bottom of ponds or in the soil just below the frost.  Others even live on the surface in the warm “pockets” between leaves and grass.  Some rely on diapause.  This is actually a semi-frozen state and when warm weather hits they simply thaw out and walk or fly away!

A bug’s journey is quite remarkable, but that doesn’t mean that they are invited into our homes just because spring has nearly sprung.  The World Champion Cubbies begin soon and so will the bugs.  This season fight back by calling Chicagoland’s spring pest control expert A Complete Pest Solution at (630) 464-1542. 

Warmer Weather May Mean Lyme Disease.

Believe me, we are all sick of winter.  While it has not been quite as harsh in Chicagoland this season we are all ready to shed those winter clothes and “get out of the cabin”.  It will still be a little while for we humans, but you can be sure that the bugs are more than ready to come out of their hibernation.

Infections from bug bites seem to increase every spring.  Take Lyme disease for instance.  In recent years the number of cases has doubled in Illinois.  Those nasty ticks are coming out earlier, staying longer, and inflicting more punishment.  More than half of the ticks tested in the Chicago area have been reported to carry the disease.

Lyme disease is a very serious issue.  It is not just an irritant…if untreated it can actually be deadly!  It can develop over several stages and make us sicker and sicker.  To avoid all of this make sure that ticks around your home are under control.  Contact Kurt Spurgeon of A Complete Pest Solution (630) 464-1542.  We are Chicagoland’s tick control experts.

Landlords and Bed Bugs.

If you manage and/or own a building with tenants bed bugs should always be on your mind.  Residents come and go, but these tiny, nasty, creatures stay behind to bite the newbies.  Since bed bugs feed on blood they will feast on whomever is living in that apartment.  Just so you know, bed bugs can be seen with the naked eye.

If you rent furnished apartments bed bugs are found just about everywhere.  They are in mattresses, furniture, clothing, etc.  They enter through tiny cracks in walls and doors as well as ceilings.  Bed bug bites will result in your residents having swelling, itching, and redness.  Once you have been informed about this infestation you must act immediately.

In Chicagoland, landlords have learned to count on A Complete Pest Solution.  They are the Chicago area’s bed bug controller and eliminator.  Kurt will not only remove these nasty creatures, but give you tips on how to keep them away with his regular maintenance schedule.  Call A Complete Pest Solution today at (630) 464-1542.

What Do You Know About Bed Bugs?

You might think, hey I keep a clean house, wash my sheets regularly, etc.  There is no way I could have bed bugs.  Let me ask you this.  Did you travel over the holidays or early this year?  If you did then somebody else’s bed bugs may have hitched a ride home with you.  It happens all the time.  Now you have these nasty pests as well.

Bed bugs have no wings so they can only travel attached to something…like your suitcase or your clothing.  Sorry about this, but they feed on blood.  If you CAN see one it looks a bit like an apple seed.  A normal adult bed bug is big enough to be seen with the naked eye.  Also, never take something out of the trash and put it in your home!

Be that as it may, households that pride themselves in their cleanliness may become warm winter homes for bed bugs.  Don’t make the mistake of thinking you are immune especially if you have traveled recently.  Call Chicagoland bed bug exterminator A Complete Pest Solution and let Kurt free you of these pests at (630) 464-1542.

Watch the Wood.

I know, it’s the dead of winter and you are not yet concerned about warm weather pest control.  Would you do yourself a favor?  Take a look out at your backyard.  There are trees and shrubs and generally lots of wood.  Wood is like sirloin for some critters.  Eventually you will need to “protect your wood”.

At some point you may very well be battling termites, carpenter ants, and powderpost beetles.  Where do you think those termites are spending the winter?  I guarantee you it is NOT Aruba!  The problem may be closer than you think and a complete home inspection as well as preventative maintenance may not be far off.

In Chicagoland there is a real professional on call who loves to roll up his sleeves and save wood.  His name is Kurt Spurgeon.  Kurt is the owner of A Complete Pest Solution.  When he and his crew eliminate these pests it is safe, environmentally friendly, and guaranteed.  For a complete solution to those wood eaters call A Complete Pest Solution at (630) 464-1542.

Environmentally Safe Pest Control.

These days we hear about “going green”.  It has never been more important to be sure that when you hire a service that it is provided with the environment in mind.  Pest control is a perfect example of that.  In the old days spraying was done without much, if any, concern about its effect on the people and the animals around the area.

It is quite different these days.  Whether you own a home or a business large or small the mission is the same…get rid of the multi-legged pests while protecting loved ones and employees.  This time of year with Chicagoland coming out of its first deep freeze of the winter that may not be on your mind, but you should plan for preventative pest control in 2017.

Did you think that because we just endured below zero temperatures that all the creepy crawlers would never come back when the spring warm-up begins?  You know better than that.  Now, when things are relatively quiet, is a perfect time to call Kurt at A Complete Pest Solution.  Put a pest control plan together now for your home or office in Chicagoland by calling (630) 464-1542.

‘Tis the Season to Be Pest Free.

Isn’t it always the season to be free of pests in Chicagoland?  Did you think that they all flew to Miami for the winter?  Some of them may be dormant, but trust and believe they will be back with great hunger and purpose in 2017.  Just as you budget for many other things in your personal and business life pest control should be on that list.

You should have year-round protection from unwanted guests that invade your home or office.  No…not Aunt Martha and her annual fruitcake!  You’ll just have to deal with that one.  What you are looking for is quarterly protection against invaders such as mice, cockroaches, ants, spiders, etc.  Peace on earth…and in your home.

Throughout 2017, whether it is an emergency or just good old-fashion pre-planning you can always count on A Complete Pest Solution.  Kurt and his team will be there for preventative and spur-of-the-moment pest control.  They have been your Chicagoland pest solution for a long time.  Happy holidays from Kurt and all of the people at A Complete Pest Solution serving Chicagoland at (630) 464-1542

Commercial Pest Control in 2017.

As you plan your business budget for the upcoming year do not forget to include pest control.  You will need to keep the beasts out 12 months a year...no not the difficult customers.  The truth is your business may have problems with bugs, mice, bees, and even birds.  If you own a restaurant your very survival depends on a “clean slate”.

Commercial pest control is different from home protection in that it is vitally important to keep the area bug free ALL of the time.  You can’t explain to a freaked out diner why she just saw a mouse run across the floor.  If you have a professional troubleshoot the potential problem on a monthly basis you will not have to do damage control later.

Never let a customer see a rodent or bug in your Chicagoland business.  Call a professional in December to help avoid that fate.  The right man for the job is Kurt Spurgeon, the owner of A Complete Pest Solution.  He is your Chicagoland year round commercial pest control expert.  Call Kurt before your business becomes a 2017 hangout for unwanted pests at (630) 464-1542.  

Do I Need Pest Control in the Winter?

Winter is about to hit with full force.  Did you think that every creepy, crawly thing was just going to “head south of the winter”?  These pests are not birds.  Make no mistake about it, they are still around invading your home and your business.  Mice and other creatures are looking for a warm, secure place to spend the next 4 months.

We would like to remind you about a couple of things you may not have considered.  Since many pests live on branches and leaves you want to keep these objects off of your home or office.  Fallen leaves and branches should be kept several feet away from actually touching your building.  Look for any drafts or leaks.  Those are pathways for pests.

If you see a bug or spider or mouse around your Chicagoland home or business call a professional immediately.  The right man for the job is Kurt Spurgeon.  As the owner of A Complete Pest Solution he is your Chicagoland year around pest control expert.  Call Kurt before your home becomes a winter haven for unwanted pests at (630) 464-1542.  

There’s a Spider in my House.

I doubt that anyone thinks that spiders are a decorative addition to your home.  Maybe the exotic ones in terrariums are the exception to the rule.  Creepy, crawly, arachnids hiding in the corners are not something you wish to tolerate!  As the weather gets colder they look for refuge.  Your home does not have to be their Chicagoland haven again this winter.

Females of some species are up to 2 or 3 inches in length.  If you care to know, their bodies are divided into two segments…the abdomen and the cephalothorax.  And no, just in case you were too embarrassed to ask, the common household spider does not have wings.  It cannot migrate through your castle unless it crawls from point A to point B.

The point of all this is that we can all handle one or two of them, but when you see them all over the place you need to call a professional to eradicate these creatures.  The right man for the job is Kurt Spurgeon.  As the owner of A Complete Pest Solution he is your Chicagoland spider removal expert.  Call Kurt at (630) 464-1542 before your home becomes a giant nest.