WALTHAM, MA PEST CONTROL

Complete Pest Control From Big Blue Bug

Along with our residential and commercial pest control solutions, Big Blue Bug also offers a variety of pest control services to fit any pest control needs. Our services include:

Bed Bug Solutions

Carpenter Ant Solutions

Wildlife Solutions

Mosquito & Tick Solutions

Termite Solutions

If you are dealing with a pest infestation or you just want to be proactive in preventing future infestations, contact Big Blue Bug to schedule an appointment today!

What Smells Will Keep Waltham’s Mosquitoes Away?

We’ve all heard mosquitoes hate the smell of citronella, and most of us have tried to keep mosquitoes away- with mixed results- by using that information. There are many scents that people claim mosquitoes don’t like, but it’s hard to know what’s true and what’s not without testing each of them out on your own. 

To keep mosquitoes away from you, Big Blue Bug Solutions recommends following the advice of Pest World by using DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon-eucalyptus as an insect repellent. If you’d prefer to reduce the number of mosquitoes on your Waltham property without using these products or scents, your best choice is mosquito control services from Big Blue Bug Solutions. Our mosquito control services can reduce mosquito populations by up to 90 percent, allowing you to keep mosquitoes away throughout the season, with no smell needed.

Common Ants In Waltham, And How They Affect You

There are well over 10,000 ant species worldwide, and you can find over 150 in New England. However, just because many species of ants live in our area doesn’t mean you have to contend with all of them. Just a few are best known for getting into Waltham homes, so it’s essential to know which ants and how they affect you.

Carpenter ants are giant ants that move into Waltham homes and chew through the wooden elements they find. A carpenter ant infestation can be dangerous for your house because the ants will weaken the wooden structures in your house over time. If you don’t stop a carpenter ant infestation early, it can lead to severe damage and costly repairs.

Odorous house ants are another common home-invading ant species in Waltham. These ants do not threaten your home or health, although they can contaminate your food. The biggest problem with odorous house ants is the smell they give off when crushed. The scent, similar to rotten coconut, is unpleasant, so ending up with these ants in your house can make life difficult.

Finally, pavement ants are known to get into Waltham homes. These are the ants you most commonly see outside in your driveway or along your walkways. While they are most often found outside, they can also get into your house, where they can become a nuisance and contaminate your food.

Even harmless ants don’t belong in your house. If you need ant control solutions to protect your home from nuisance and damaging ants, Big Blue Bug Solutions provides the services you need.

What Is Causing The Triumphant Return Of Bed Bugs In Waltham? 

You’re not alone if you’ve ever wondered what causes bed bugs. They were almost entirely eradicated in the United States in the 1950s. Since the 1990s, they have made a remarkable recovery and are alive and well across the U.S. and here in Waltham. 

The growth and spread of bed bug populations is easy to explain. Bed bugs love to move around! With the growth of both domestic and international travel, bed bugs have easily spread from place to place by hiding in luggage, bags, and boxes, as well as simply climbing onto people’s shoes and clothing.

If bed bugs have found their way into your Waltham home or business, you don’t have to live with them. Bed bug elimination is not easy, but it is possible with the help of professional pest control operators. Big Blue Bug Solutions provides the services necessary to eliminate the bed bug problem on your Waltham property.

Just How Dangerous Are The Wasps In Waltham?

Determining how dangerous the wasps are in Waltham has to consider a couple of factors. A wasp sting on a person allergic to those stings is far more dangerous than a wasp sting on someone who isn’t. The threat to people depends on its location and how large the wasp colony is on your property. 

If you have a lot of wasps around the places you spend time outdoors on your Waltham property, it could be pretty dangerous to be outside. However, if wasps have created a hive on the outskirts of your property, it may not be an issue.

If you have an allergy to wasp stings or if there seems to be an overabundance of wasps around your house, it’s wise to have professionals take a look at the issue. For the best wasp control in Waltham, contact Big Blue Bug Solutions. We can determine where wasps are nesting and, if necessary, provide the services needed to remove the hive safely, providing you with the relief you need.