Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management Services

Termites are small (less than half an inch), winged insects. The type of termites found in the Chicagoland area, Subterranean Termites, are the most destructive kind of termite. Their colonies can have up to 2 million members, and they are prepared to silently eat the inner structure of your home. Ways in which you can tell if you have a termite infestation in your home include discolored or drooping drywall, and paint that begins to peel. These signs are sometimes overlooked as water damage. Other signs of termite infestations include discarded wings from termite swarms, or mud tunnels that are in close proximity to the foundation of your home.

Cockroaches are drawn to all types of food and moisture, and will eat paper, packaging, plastics, and fabrics. These pests are also attracted to dampness and warmth. Typical places to check for cockroach infestations are bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, basements, and drains. There are several signs that cockroaches may be present in your home or business. These include: unpleasant odors; egg cases or discarded nymph skins found in secluded areas; small marks found on horizontal surfaces; droppings that look like coffee grounds or dark smears; and live cockroach activity at night.

Mice and rats generally prefer to be outdoors, but they will come into homes to look for food, water, and warmth. Chicagoland is prone to mice and rat problems year round, but most people notice mice during the colder months. The winter is a popular time for extermination services. If rodents find a warm, safe place they will likely stay. If you suspect you have a mouse or rat problem, you probably do. Unfortunately, most people wait too long. Rodents procreate quickly, so infestations can grow rapidly.

Do you think that you have a mosquito problem at your home or business? Mosquitoes are small, distinctive flies that have thin bodies that measure less than 15mm in length. Mosquito bodies and wings most often are covered in tiny scales. Mosquito problems tend to occur around standing water as mosquitoes and their eggs thrive in damp and humid conditions. Mosquito traps, bug zappers, and candles help to kill scores of these pests, but it doesn't get to the heart of the problem. It may be necessary to call professional mosquito control experts to help locate and eliminate the mosquito's nests around the home.

This program provides your lawn and soil with all organic materials to give you the most environmentally friendly service. OPTIONAL: If you opt to have weed control done then a spring-time weed preventing product would be applied during this visit, plus most presently growing weeds* would be treated for too, at an additional amount. We provide your turf with the nutrients it requires in order to thicken-up surface growth. This fertilizer also contains vital micro-nutrients like calcium, manganese, and magnesium.

Chem-Wise is committed to protecting your Chicagoland home and family from all types of pests, year round. We offer several types of services and treatment plans that can be customized to your needs. We will provide environmentally-friendly pest control solutions for your home and property, and stand behind them with a guarantee. All services are performed by Chem-Wise certified technicians. At Chem-Wise, we do not make our customers sign contracts. Rather, we offer our customers a service agreement.

Ants are not only a nuisance, but can cause structural damage and bring health problems. Ants can carry and spread various diseases, including salmonella, smallpox, and dysentery. Ant extermination should be done by professionals, as most of the time a simple DIY treatment will only solve the problem temporarily, or even make it worse. Ants leave pheromone trails that could lead others right back into your house or business. Ant treatment will also depend on the kind of ant you have. Experts like those at Chem-Wise know how to identify what kind of ants have invaded, where they are entering, and how to find their colonies to eliminate them at the source.

Spider infestations are easy to spot-they are usually accompanied by numerous webs and large numbers of baby spiders roaming the walls, ceilings and floors of your house. Spiders are attracted to the comfort of your home particularly in cold or rainy weather. They can enter your home through openings in doors and windows and cracks in walls. Spiders also have a higher occurrence in new construction. Spiders can be menacing in more ways than just spinning webs all over your home to clean up. Although very few spiders are dangerous, there are some venomous spiders that call Chicagoland home, including the Brown Recluse and southern Black Widow.

Every commercial property is different when it comes to pest control. Therefore, Chem-Wise offers free inspections/evaluations for most pests* to give you a customized proposal. Keeping your commercial locations safe for the public and your employees is our top priority. An environmental biologist and certified entomologist oversees every aspect of our integrated pest management techniques and treatments. After treatment is complete, we'll recommend ways to prevent further infestations and provide a thorough pest control management report.