Professional Pest Control Services in Coquitlam, BC

These droppings and damages you observe could be from a number of possible pests. Our Certified Pest Control Technicians will assess your home, taking into consideration the type and location of debris and damage left behind by the pest. An assessment will help determine the pests that are present in your home and potential nests or harbourages. At 1st Pest Control, our Certified Pest Control Technicians are highly knowledgeable on all pests known to infest buildings and grounds in the Lower Mainland. Correctly identifying the pest will allow our technicians to build a treatment plan tailored to your home environment and pest situation. This will ensure your home receives the most effective treatment program and reduces the likelihood of recurrence.

Wasps and hornets commonly build their nests in elevated and hard to see areas including off tree branches and within a roof or attic space. The best and safest thing you can do is to call our Certified Pest Control Technicians who will thoroughly examine your residence and the grounds of your property for strategic wasp nest removal and hornet control. Our technicians are equipped with the proper procedures and protective gear to deal with these insects. At your request, we will build a treatment plan tailored to your home and pest situation as the next step you can take towards the elimination of these insects.

These itchy red welts may be caused by bed bugs feeding on a human host typically while the person is sleeping or sitting for long periods of time. To determine if these bites may be caused by bed bugs, examine your bed or seating area for indications of bed bugs. Look for live bed bugs, blood spotting or staining created by their droppings, light coloured cast off skins, and a distinctive odour that resembles over ripe raspberries. If you think you might have bed bugs or continue to be unsure, contact our Certified Pest Control Technicians and we will help you determine if your home has an infestation. In addition, we will provide you with steps you can take to begin the process of getting rid of them. It is important to bear in mind that the longer you wait to address your bed bug situation, the larger the population will grow and the harder they will become to control and eliminate.

Yes, there are humane ways to control rat populations without using traps or baits. One method is utilizing natural predators such as barn owls or cats to help keep the rodent population in check. Another approach is implementing exclusion techniques by sealing off entry points into buildings and reinforcing structures to prevent rats from gaining access. Additionally, practicing good sanitation habits, such as properly storing food and eliminating potential food sources, can help deter rats from inhabiting an area. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies, which involve a combination of methods like habitat modification and biological controls, can also be effective in reducing rat populations without causing harm to the animals. It is important to consult with pest control professionals who are knowledgeable about these alternative methods to ensure proper implementation and effectiveness in controlling rat populations while minimizing harm to the animals.

It is important to ask the right questions when hiring a pest control service provider to ensure you are receiving the most effective and safest pest control treatments available. The service provider you ultimately hire should be knowledgeable, certified and comply with the highest industry standards.