How to Treat Firewood With Termites

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Termites are a common problem here in the Pacific Northwest, and they can cause significant damage to wooden structures even within a matter of weeks. Though many homeowners take care to prevent termites from coming indoors, there’s one vulnerable part of the property that a lot of people overlook: the firewood pile.  Not only is […]

Termites vs. Carpenter Ants

Despite their common love of wood, termites and carpenter ants are different pests with their own sets of qualities and habits. Understanding the differences between the two can help you identify infestations faster and treat outbreaks more effectively. Here is how you can tell termites and carpenter ants apart: Body shape and color: Termites have […]

Common Summer Pests in the PNW

With summer comes warmer temperatures and longer days. Unfortunately, it also brings pests. At Antworks, we want you to have an enjoyable summer which is why we’re explaining the top summer pests you may encounter in the Pacific Northwest and what you can do to help prevent them. 5 Warm Weather Pests Do you enjoy […]

How to Prevent Termites

Person hauling firewood. Antworks, serving Portland OR & Vancouver WA talks about how to prevent termites.

The days are getting longer and the temperatures are getting warmer and soon termites will start emerging. While these destructive pests don’t hibernate, they do become less active in the fall and winter. Then, once spring arrives, they’ll emerge, looking for a new structure to infest. When it comes to protecting your home from these […]

Spring Pests in the PNW

Meadow with lots of white and pink spring daisy flowers in sunny day. Antworks serving Vancouver WA and Portland OR talks about spring pests in the PNW.

Spring is a great time for deep house cleaning and organizing, planting flowers — and pests. Yes, pests like ants, termites, and mosquitoes will begin to start coming out as weather conditions become more suitable for them. Read more to learn about some of the most common spring pests in the Pacific Northwest and how […]

Why Pest Control is so Important

Just about every homeowner has dealt with pests at one time or another. At times, it seems as if an infestation is not that big of a deal. Instead of becoming complacent, you should develop and follow an effective plan for pest management. Here are some reasons why professional pest control is so important. Pests […]