Pest Review.

It’s nice to know who the multi-legged enemy may be this summer whether you have seen any yet or not.  Specific regions like Chicagoland are prone to a specific group of pests.  It is good to be educated as to the types that we might see here throughout the remainder of 2018.  Which ones are we most likely to encounter in the upper-Midwest?

Here are some of the most common –

1.  Ants…billions and billions of them all over the place.

2.  Spiders…a friend of man until they occupy your home.

3.  Bed bugs…they spread quickly and bite humans.

4.  Cockroaches…hiding out in dark places around your house.

There are many more, of course and they must be dealt with…or lived with.  The latter is NOT acceptable!  At the first sign of any unwanted critter you should know exactly what to do.  Call one of Chicagoland’s top exterminators.  That’s A Complete Pest Solution serving the suburbs of America’s second city for decades.  Keep this number handy (630) 464-1542.

What are Paper Wasps?

It sure seems harmless, doesn’t it?  I mean, how threatening could a paper wasp be?  Well, let’s take a look.  Paper wasps gather fibers from dead wood and plant stems.  They mix this with their saliva to construct water-resistant nests made of gray or brown papery material.  Sometimes they are called umbrella wasps.

The nests of most true paper wasps are characterized by having open combs with cells for bringing up their young.  Unlike yellow jackets or hornets, they generally only attack if they themselves or their nest are threatened.  So, the choice is yours…keep your distance ALL of the time or get rid of them!

As to the second point, why not call A Complete Pest Solution.  They are Chicagoland’s paper wasp control professionals.  Since their sting can not only be painful, but dangerous for some people it is best to remove them from your environment.  Call Kurt at A Complete Pest Solution at the first sign of paper wasps at (630) 464-1542.

Have you Thought about a 2018 Pest Control Agreement?

It may not seem important in the dead of winter, but if you live in an area of Chicagoland where the critters invade at different times of the year it is probably a great consideration.  In the past, pest control services were more reactive than proactive.  Today, homeowners with a plan avoid those infestations altogether.

Why year round you ask?  Well, the simple fact is that there is never a time of year when the threat of pests does not exist in the Western Suburbs of Chicagoland.  There is always some type of bug or rodent just waiting to get inside and wreak havoc on your home which is why it is always best to prevent such problems before they occur.

Kurt is a man with a plan!  As the owner of A Complete Pest Solution he will come to your home and devise a yearly pest control plan so that you may never have to deal with unwanted varmints in 2018 or any other time in the future of your castle.  See for yourself by giving him a call at (630) 464-1542.

Termites in the Winter.

Wait a second, don’t termites thrive in warmer temperatures?  That they do, they need warmth and humidity to survive.  However, areas with heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures are still susceptible to termite infestations. While it’s commonly thought that termites hibernate in winter weather, this is not the case. 

As long as termites have constant access to wood, these destructive pests can live in any part of the country at any time of the year!  Many times, colonies invade homes prior to winter as a means to prepare for the cold weather and seek warmth.  They form tunnels inside of your home to wreak havoc during the winter months.

Don’t think for a second that winter’s dawn is the answer to termite control.  Before you find out the hard way that they have taken root in your castle, call A Complete Pest Solution.  Kurt and his team are Chicagoland’s complete termite control experts.  Please give them a call today before winter sets in at (630) 464-1542.

For Mice it isn’t Over until it’s Over.

Just because the weather is changing you can’t relax because the bugs are hibernating.  As the temperatures get cooler and cooler those nasty rodents will head for shelter.  Did you know that National Rodent Awareness Week is coming up later this month?  You may not have even known that there was one, but there is!

Here are the signs of mice in the building –

1.  Droppings.  They have to go somewhere.

2.  Noises.  There is nothing more annoying than that squeak…or the sound of little feet.

3.  Gnaw Marks.  These guys will chew on anything.

4.  Burrows.  They will make nests with whatever is available.

5.  Damaged Food Packages.  They don’t have opposable thumbs to open them!

You know the problem.  Now, what is the solution?  As always it lies with Chicagoland’s rodent control professionals.  They are A Complete Pest Solution.  Just like every other Autumn for decades the right answer to a mouse invasion is A Complete Pest Solution.  Give them a call anytime 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.

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.

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.

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. 

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

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.  

Humans vs. Cockroaches.

They were here before we were and everybody agrees they will still be here long after we are extinct.  They are the seemingly indestructible cockroaches of the world.  If you have never seen a cockroach then you have never paid taxes.  Chicagoland is not an island and is subject to its share of these nasty, dirty, ubiquitous pests.

If you see even one cockroach I guarantee you that its relatives are not far behind.  These critters are communal…not loners!  Here is what they are doing right now as mid-autumn/winter approaches.  They are nesting in your home or business.  They don’t like Chicagoland’s harsh winters any more than we do and they are finding FOOD and shelter.

Would you like to rid your home or office free of cockroaches now and throughout the winter?  Of course you would.  That is why people have called A Complete Pest Solution for decades.  Kurt and his team are professional cockroach exterminators.  Call your pest control experts A Complete Pest Solution at (630) 464-1542.  We don’t need no stinkin’ cockroaches!

Insects in Autumn.

Ah, the cooler temperatures, the trees are about to show off their true beauty, and a new invasion of pests!  What?! Autumn pests in Chicagoland?  That’s right, if you take a look around your home inside and out you will find a variety of insects that are coming indoors this fall.  What should you look for and how do you combat them?

Did you know that insects may actually communicate to other similar critters when they find a safe and secure nesting place from tumbling temperatures?  Warning - if you have vinyl siding around your house the bugs love to gather underneath it.  Any small crack or crevice is a welcome mat for some pest as well.  Also, check around your windows for any signs of infestation.

By no means is the end or summer the end of the insects.  It is most important to get them off of your home or building before they spread.  To protect your home or business against insects and other critters don’t just hope they will go away.  Immediately call A Complete Pest Solution at (630) 464-1542.  We are Chicagoland’s insect pest control experts!

The Ants are Coming…the Ants are Coming!

Those pesky little critters.  They have enormous strength and an ever greater desire to congregate in groups.  One or two here and there are easily controlled, but as we know in Chicagoland when one or two show up there are thousands more on their way.  To eliminate them from your home or office you need to get to the root of the colony.

Let’s list some of the ants that are ready to invade now that spring has sprung and the Cubbies are on their way to a World Championship…

1.)        Pharaoh ants

2.)        Pavement ants

3.)        Little black ants

4.)        And…the dreaded pest the carpenter ant…among a few others.

It takes a trained professional exterminator to eliminate the ant problem from your castle.  A Complete Pest Solution is your Chicagoland ant exterminator.  For decades the pros at A Complete Pest Solution have been controlling the area’s never ending seasonal ant problem.  Don’t allow the situation to get out of hand.  Call them today at (630) 464-1542.

Spring Pest Control in Chicagoland.

The pests of Chicagoland (the bug ones) are emerging from a long winter’s nap.  It is time to start staving off the eventual invasion that will be a part of the next 6 months.  Pest prevention begins with diligence around your own property.  The first wave of invaders may be ants.  Later on wasps and bees will build their nests and finally the rodents arrive.

Make sure that cracks on the outside of your home are sealed.  Repair any loose areas around doors and windows.  Keep your trees and shrubs trimmed so that they don’t make contact with your home.  Repair any roof shingles.  Eliminate any and all areas of standing water.  Do not leave your dog and cat food dishes lying around.

Above all, contact a licensed professional the moment that you suspect an infestation.  A Complete Pest Solution provides Chicagoland with preventative and emergency pest control.  We will protect your home against cockroaches, ants, spiders, bees, wasps, and other vermin that have their antennae out for your home.  Call Kurt today at (630) 464-1542.

Home Pest Protection in Chicago.

So - we made it through another winter.  Overall, this was not nearly as bad as the last one was it?  You know what that means, right?  A more mild winter could mean more bugs in Chicagoland sooner.  Oh boy, here we go again.  Of course you can wait for the infestation to occur or you can become proactive.  You make the call.

Ants, bees, wasps, and eventually rodents wait for no man.  Have you ever considered year round pest protection for your home?  An ounce of prevention against pests could certainly make your life more worry-free over the next 6 months.  You want to be sure up front just what you are getting with preventative coverage.

A Complete Pest Solution provides Chicagoans that peace of mind year round.  You will get low cost quarterly protection instead of that emergency bill you could be faced with later.  We will protect your domicile against cockroaches, ants, spiders, bees, wasps, and many other unwanted visitors.  Call Kurt today and get a quarterly control estimate at (630) 464-1542.

Combating the Occasional Pest in Chicagoland.

Now that Spring has sprung (the calendar says so anyway) you might be well advised to think ahead about the occasional pests that invade Chicagoland during the upcoming months.  People who plan ahead with their pest control needs are not doomed to mid-summer emergencies later on when a great pest control expert is already very busy.

If you think that every pest is on your schedule, think again.  Such vermines as spiders, boxelders, silver fish, pill bugs, sowbugs, millipedes, centipedes, and many other pests aren’t on a time clock.  They show up unexpectedly throughout the warm weather months.  These occasional invaders could disappear forever if you think ahead.

Chicagoland pest control expert A Complete Pest Solution has the solution once again.  By providing quarterly service on your home or business they can control these nasty part-time visitors that really disrupt your life when they show up.  Get a head start and call the best exterminator for all of your pest prevention needs.  It’s A Complete Pest Solution at (630) 464-1542.

Let’s Examine Bed Bugs in Chicagoland.

It’s that ubiquitous pest Cimex Lectularius.  We know it better as the common bed bug.  This gross insect is omnipresent in Chicagoland.  Year in and year out Chicago has been named one of the top cities in America for bed bug infestation.  What can we do to prevent and deal with Hannibal Lectalarius?

Bed bugs can live up to a year with one single feeding of human blood!  They hide everywhere such as cracks, crevices, clothing, furniture, or anywhere else that it is hard to see.  Fully grown bed bugs are about the same size as an apple seed, so you will know when you lay your eyes on one.  Be especially aware of used furniture.  Save up for something knew and try to avoid someone else’s problem.

If you see a bedbug you can be sure there are hundreds more nearby.  You need to make one important call.  Chicago beg bug control experts A Complete Pest Solution will eliminate these nasty pests every day of the year.  Get to know the best exterminator for all of your pest prevention needs.  Give A Complete Pest Solution a call at (630) 464-1542.