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The very thought of a rat in your home likely makes you squirm. We don’t blame you— those nasty creatures are the last thing you want to see within your doors. One of the worst things about rats is how they can infiltrate and pretty much invade the home. They can easily enter the house, and once they begin reproducing, you can have an ugly infestation problem on your hands. In today’s post, we’re going to discuss how you can know, without a doubt, if you have any rats in your home. Droppings. We consider rodent droppings to be the...

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From mid-March to July, bee season is in full effect. During the summer months, bees are in search of nesting areas. They typically find them in structures, buildings, or objects where they can build hives. This can cause quite the scare if you ever find one in your home, so you’ll want to take some preventative measures to keep them from nesting. Look for holes in your porch and within your walls. Holes that are at least a quarter of an inch or larger are what bees use as entry points for the nests. Spray the holes with insecticide. Whether...

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Mosquitos are a nuisance. Most people don’t properly prepare for mosquito season— leaving the pesky insects to feast on their flesh. In today’s post, we’ll help you avoid the onslaught of mosquito attacks that are approaching in the coming months. 1. Eliminate Breeding Places It takes about 7-10 days for mosquito eggs to hatch. Standing water is the mosquito’s main breeding place, so you should look to get rid of any standing water from your home. Things like rainfall and melted snow can create puddles of water. Look for leaks in the home and check for different nooks and crannies...

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The very thought of termites eating away at your home likely makes you squirm. The problem is that many homeowners are unaware of how a termite infestation can manifest in the home. Our pest control company in Torrance,CA has seen many termite cases, and we know the warning signs of an infestation. In today’s post, we’re going to list the top 3 signs of  termites. Hollowed Wood Termites chew through wood in search of cellulose. In this search, they leave hollowed and damaged wood. Hollowed wood appears as long grooves with a honeycomb interior, and it’ll have an “empty” sound...

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Do you have unwanted ants in your home? Do you wake up in the morning to find they have invaded the fresh cookies you spent hours cooking? Ants are the most well known bugs in and around homes. Ants can build homes in soil, moldings, baseboards or any comparable spot in your home, and when the lights are out, and the house is quiet, they strike. They feast on any type of starches, meats, fats and sugars, so basically any food that may be opened in your kitchen. Do not let these unwanted 6 legged critters pester you anymore. Contact...

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These are a bugs no one wants to talk about, but 93% of single family homes have bed bugs. Bed bugs are a hitchhiker bug, they can be transported in luggage, purses, shoes, clothing, and any type of material other than a person. Some people do not even show signs of being bitten by a bed bug. They can live up to 1 year without feeding on anything. Do not let these bugs come into your home. 1st Stryke Pest Control has a 60 day warranty for bed bug treatment, they will come in and eliminate any bed bugs as well...

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With winter in full swing, it is more important than ever to continue your routine home maintenance pest care. Just because it is cold outside does not mean all the pesky insects will not invade your home. With over 60 years of experience in the industry, we are here to help you keep your home as safe and bug free as can be. We monitor your home every 2 months for any signs of pest activity and will respond will appropriate action. We want to help you keep your house in pristine condition, even through the cold months. Contact us...

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1st Stryke has been in business for over 60 years, and we have proudly provide service to Torrance, Norwalk and Diamond Bar areas. Our goal is to get to know each and every one of our customers, and to offer them a unique experience in which our interaction is more than a monetary exchange. We are proud of the small business we own, and thankful we have the opportunity to get to know each of our customers. There is no job too big or too small for us to take care of our customers. Contact us today to let us...

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With 2019 in full swing, you might be making a lot of New Years Resolutions. Do you take your home into consideration when making these new years resolutions? Your home is one of your largest purchases that you will make in your life time, and It is important to consider it is taken care of. Here at 1st Stryke we offer different maintenance plans that ensure all pests and rodents stay out of your home. From bed bugs, to termites to cockroaches, rodents and small animal services, we cover it all. With over 60 years of experience, we want to...

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From our family to yours, 1st Stryke Pest Contril wishes you and your family a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Without your support as a valued customer, we would not be in business today, so thank you. Thank you for trusting us with your homes pest control we are happy to help you keep your home pest free. Looking forward to continuing to partner with you in this upcoming year. Happy Holidays.

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