Tag: Brown Recluse

As autumn sets in across Southeast Alaska, many homeowners brace for rain, wind, and cooler nights. But alongside the seasonal changes comes another less welcome visitor: bed bugs. These hardy pests don’t simply disappear with summer—they become harder to control. If you’re needing bed bug...

As fall turns colder in Alaska, many homeowners notice more than just a chill in the air—signs of pests and moisture begin to show up behind walls, in basements, and under siding. While rodents like mice and rats are often first noticed because of noise...

As the crisp September air begins to roll in and Alaska’s summer fades, pests start making their move—right into your home. The seasonal change triggers an uptick in pest activity that catches many homeowners off guard. But it doesn’t surprise the experts at Alaska Pest...

Brown rat close-up climbing along a brick wall near a window.

Southeast Alaska’s Summer Pest Problem Starts with Ants The rainforests of Southeast Alaska are beautiful—but for local homeowners, they also bring an annual summer battle with pests. While wasps and spiders get their fair share of attention, ants are the quiet invaders that often go...

There’s a Spider Beneath Your Feet… and It’s Closer Than You Think Not all pests crawl across your kitchen floor. Some—like the Pacific Trapdoor Spider—dig deep, building hidden silk-lined burrows in the damp soil around your home. From there, they silently wait for the perfect...

As August rolls in, so do some of the most aggressive pests of the season—wasps and yellowjackets. These stinging insects are more than just a nuisance. They’re territorial, unpredictable, and downright dangerous if provoked. In Southeast Alaska, where summers bring a burst of outdoor activity,...

Summer in Southeast Alaska brings long days, breathtaking views—and unfortunately, an uptick in pest activity. If you’ve noticed spiders in the shower, ants in the kitchen, or wasps building nests on the porch, you’re not alone. As the temperatures rise, homes across Ketchikan, Juneau, and...

Inside the Colony: An In-Depth Look at Carpenter Ants in Southeast Alaska If you’re a homeowner in Southeast Alaska, you’ve likely heard of carpenter ants—and not in a good way. While termites may not be native to this region, carpenter ants present a serious threat...

Protect Your Home from Summer Pests Before They Invade Summer in Southeast Alaska brings longer days, warmer temperatures, and—unfortunately—a whole lot of pests. From buzzing wasps to persistent ants and filthy flies, pests don’t wait for an invitation. As the weather heats up, these insects...

Rodents in the Walls? Here’s What You Might Be Hearing You’re lying in bed. The house is quiet—except for a faint noise. Scratch. Scrape. Squeak. At first, you think it’s your imagination, but the noise comes again. Something is IN the walls. If this sounds...

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