Preventative Pest Control From Your Local Pest Authority
We provide preventative pest control services to neighborhoods throughout Williamsburg.
Pests Common to Williamsburg, VA
The historic city of Williamsburg experiences hot and muggy summers and cold damp winters. This type of climate is known to attract a variety of pests, especially ones that thrive in warm, wooded, and moist environments. If they’re not treated in a timely manner, these pests can create a real problem. That’s where Pest Authority of Williamsburg comes in. For decades, we’ve worked with leading pest control scientists to develop a safe and effective pest removal treatment. Our proprietary Barrier 360 treatment guards your property from dozens of insect species, allowing you to enjoy a pest-free home.
Ants
Ant infestations can get out of hand quickly. . They are attracted to food and moisture, which attracts them to your kitchen. These social insects travel in packs, so if there’s one, there are likely more. Pest Authority of Williamsburg can take care of ant problems before they make their way inside. Our treatment prevents common local ants such as odorous house ants, pavement ants, and carpenter ants from coming anywhere near your home.
Cockroaches
Cockroaches are some of the oldest and most invasive pests known to man. Don’t let a cockroach infestation take over your home. Typically, they prefer dark locations that allow them to hide, eat, and breed. Cockroaches like to hide under appliances, in cabinets, and in the basement. In many cases, cockroaches are tough to kill due to their speed and ability to sustain injury. Leave it to the experts to treat cockroach infestations as soon as possible.
FLEAS
Flea problems usually start with a household pet, and once they’re in, they can be hard to get rid of. Once fleas attach themselves to your pet, they’ll start to breed and spread quickly. Thankfully, we are well-equipped to take care of your flea problem once and for all.
Spiders
Eight-legged pests don’t belong in your home. Most spiders prefer the outdoors, but some do make their way inside in search of food and shelter. The best way to deal with these pests is to keep them out before they get in. If they do make it into your home, Pest Authority of Williamsburg can help. Our treatment protects your home from all spiders, from harmless house spiders to dangerous black widows.
DIY Tips for Pest Prevention
If you’re tired of insects, rodents, and other pests creeping into your home, there are a number of useful tips you can use to avoid infestations. Without further ado, here are some simple, do-it-yourself pest prevention tips:
- Trim back foliage, shrubs and low-hanging tree branches.
- Wash all the bedding in your home – including your pets’ bedding – on a regular basis, at least once a week.
- Ward off mosquitoes, houseflies, and ants, by planting basil, citronella grass, marigolds, and mint in your garden.
- Make sure your gutters are clean and free of debris.
- Keep storage areas for clothing and other belongings dry.
- Ensure that all doors and windows are kept shut as much as possible.
- Make sure your trash can has a tight-fitting lid, and take out the trash every night before bed.
Williamsburg is between the York and James Rivers on the Virginia Peninsula. Home to nearly 15,000 residents, this historic and tourism-driven city is distinguised by attractions such as Colonial Williamsburg and the college of William and Mary. It also served as the state’s capitol up until the Revolutionary War. Williamsburg’s rich history makes it a popular destination for travelers still to this day.
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