Signs you need this
- Trails of ants along counters, baseboards or windowsills
- Large black ants indoors, or small piles of wood shavings, which can mean carpenter ants
- Cockroaches running when a light goes on, or seen in daytime
- Small dark specks like ground pepper in cabinets and drawers
- A musty odor in cabinets or under appliances
What the work usually involves
- Identifying the species, since treatment differs between them
- Finding where they are coming in and where they are nesting or hiding
- Gel baits, bait stations and targeted treatments placed in cracks and crevices
- Recommending fixes for leaks, gaps and food sources that keep them coming back
- Follow-up visits where the infestation calls for it
Until help arrives
- Wipe up crumbs and spills, and keep food sealed.
- Fix dripping taps and leaks under sinks.
- Don't spray store products on trails or hiding spots before the visit.
- Note where and when you see them most.