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Where Do Roaches Come From?

If you’ve lived in Canby or Salem long enough, you probably know how certain pests love to make themselves at home when the rains come.  And with Oregon’s damp climate, the question “where do roaches come from?” becomes all too relevant for local home and business owners, especially when temperatures cool and these unwanted guests start seeking out

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Does Vinegar Kill Ants?

It’s springtime in Oregon, and as the rainy season wanes, the weather warms up just enough to awaken an all-too-familiar nuisance: ants.  Whether you’ve spent your day in Canby enjoying a peaceful stroll with a coffee or out and about in Salem visiting Riverfront Park, the sight of ants marching through your home upon your return can quickly

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What’s the Best Natural Flea Treatment for Dogs?

Ready to say goodbye to fleas? Learn more about the best natural flea treatment for dogs and how Kanga Pest Control can help stop the itching.   Imagine this: You’re strolling through Molalla Forest in the middle of a sunny spring afternoon with your dog happily wagging their tail. It’s a picture-perfect outing…until itching and scratching start intensifying

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Why You Should Invest in Pest Management in Portland, OR

Spring has arrived in Oregon, and with it comes a surge of pest activity. Whether you’re in Canby, Salem, or right here in Portland, seasonal conditions like rain and rising temperatures awaken everything from carpenter ants to spiders.  This time of year demands proactive pest management to protect your home from unwelcome visitors.  Not sure where to start

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What Does a Termite Inspector Do?

April showers bring May flowers and…termites.   Unfortunately, more rainfall and rising temperatures in Canby and Salem this time of the year are infamous for bringing termites out of hiding.    These pint-sized pests can wreak havoc on your home’s structure before you even have an inkling that they’re there, which is why scheduling a termite inspection is

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Close-up of a wasp feeding on a vibrant pink flower.

Why Professional Wasp Exterminators Are Always the Way to Go

Thinking about hiring professional wasp exterminators in Canby or Salem, Oregon? Find out why hiring the pros is a smart move and what to look for.  Quick: what’s the deadliest animal in the world? It’s not a shark, it’s not an alligator. It’s not even a snake. It’s a wasp. Technically, it’s stinging insects in general. Combined, stings

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How Fast Do Termites Spread?

How fast do termites spread, and what does it mean for your home? Find out the details and take steps to protect your property by reading this guide. Just picture waking up one morning, full of energy and ready to greet the day, only to discover that the very walls of your house are crumbling. It’s not because

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How Do Wasps Make Nests?

How do wasps make nests and why do they always seem to pick the least convenient spots? Find out why professional removal is always the way to go.  We don’t think of wasps as being expert homebuilders, but really, they’re nature’s tiny architects.  So how do wasps make nests, exactly? The truth is that it varies a bit

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Dead cockroach lying on its back on a white surface, legs curled upward.

Can You Kill Fleas With Baking Soda?

Wondering if you can kill fleas with baking soda? We cover the most effective tips for controlling fleas naturally in Oregon.  The old saying is, “stubborn as a mule,” but if you have pets or spend any amount of time outdoors, you likely know the saying should actually be, “stubborn as a flea.” Fleas are relentless, making their

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