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CBS News reported on the updated list of 2024 top 50 worst cities in the U.S. battling bed bugs. Orkin's press room releases these yearly studies, which showcase the top 50 cities, and include helpful information, such as where the cities moved in the list (up or down, improved or worsened). This year, for the first time ever, Minneapolis has ranked on the list of top 50 cities, coming in at number 47. Read on to learn more of what this means for you, below.

Cockroaches are resilient insects known for their adaptability and notorious presence in large cities and apartment complexes. Among the diverse species, the German cockroach (Blattella germanica), American cockroach (Periplaneta americana), Oriental cockroach (Blatta orientalis), and brown-banded cockroach (Supella longipalpa) stand out due to their prevalence and distinct reproductive patterns. In this article, you will learn all about the cockroach life cycle and cockroach reproduction of these 4 types of cockroaches that are common in Minnesota. You will also learn from frequently asked questions and the answers listed here. For the very best in cockroach extermination techniques and success, give our experts a call at 651-342-9489. We treat cockroaches every single day, and we can help eradicate your cockroach infestation, too!

Are you a fan of thrift shopping? or Facebook Marketplace? Me too, I love a good deal on used items! It's often better for the environment to buy used as well. But it is important to know of the invasive pests that could be lurking in second-hand items. Pests transfer from home to home through second-hand items, and other methods. So read this guide to learn of the 9 invasive hitchhikers in second-hand finds. Don't play pest roulette! Know the facts!

Read on to learn more about how Nationally acclaimed pest control magazine Pest World became interested in Done Right Pest Solutions' finance guru Kelly Rogotzke. Find the article attached to this post for your perusal. We are grateful to have Kelly's expertise as a part of our team. We definitely would not be where we are today without her! Read on to see our very own Kelly Rogotzke featured in National Pest World magazine!

Are you looking for a pest control job in Minneapolis MN or the Twin Cities metro area MN? If so, you've come to the right place! We're hiring! We would love to have a conversation with you about our process, but you can also read more about what jobs we do here and how you can get involved with us. We're hiring at a livable wage salary, no production available so there is no big paychecks in the summer and below minimum wage paychecks in the winter. Just a solid, regular paycheck year-round. Easy. The starting wage may be different based on your current experience level and if you're already licensed, versus if you have no experience and are starting from scratch. We'll go through some of that pay information in this post below, but also in our FAQ section below as well. Read on to learn more about the jobs we service and our expectations of our employees. You can also learn about some Frequently Asked Questions that we answer below as well. If you're looking for pest control jobs or pest control careers, apply now!

What's more annoying than having biting bugs that irritate your skin? Having biting bugs that irritate your skin that you can't see! Chiggers are common yard pests that can irritate humans and pets throughout the warm months in Minnesota and Wisconsin. You can put a stop to these irritating pests by preventing chiggers in your yard, treating chiggers in your home, and treating chiggers in your house, if it comes to that. For more immediate results, contact the experts at Done Right Pest Solutions for a free quote on chigger control. Otherwise, read on to learn 5 ways to prevent chigger, how to treat chiggers in your yard, and how to treat chiggers in your house.

There are a lot of questions when it comes to fruit fly control and fruit fly prevention. We gave our best tips and tricks to help prevent and eliminate fruit flies, but we want to expand the conversation. Read on to learn the 20 best questions and answers regarding fruit fly control. Or, call Done Right Pest Solutions at 651-342-9489 for a free quote on our fruit fly control.

You’ve heard the phrase, “Well, look what the cat brought in,” little do people know that Christmas trees can bring in unwanted pests too. It

Have you been looking for a new job? Maybe you lost yours during the pandemic. Maybe you're burnt out from your current job. Maybe you're just looking for a change of pace, a change of careers. We've compiled all of the evidence of what makes an amazing pest control technician so you can determine whether or not you would enjoy and be good at pest control. (Plus, check out our bonus FAQs about working as a pest control technician at the bottom of our post.) We are currently looking for a full-time pest control technician, so we'd love to meet you. Give us a call at 651-342-9489 or email us at donerightpestsolutions@gmail.com. We would love to start a conversation with you! Be sure to check us out if you're looking for jobs in Minneapolis, jobs in Saint Paul, or pest control jobs in MN.

What the Baby Boxelder Bug Boom of 2022 Means for You “What in the world is going on with all of these boxelder bugs?!” you

If you're in need of some clothes moth pest control and don't know where to start, you've come to the right place. Here you can learn all about clothing moths and how to get rid of them. You'll also learn how pest controllers like Done Right Pest Solutions get rid of clothing moths, and if you prefer to try DIY options, learn 14 things you can do if you have clothing moths. Call Done Right Pest Solutions today for a free quote on all things pest control for clothes moths: 651-342-9489.

If you're wondering how to get rid of pharaoh ants, perhaps using pharaoh ant bait or how to get rid of pharaoh ants naturally, read on to learn more. We also explain our professionals exterminate pharaoh ants and answer questions like "do pharaoh ants bite?" or "do pharaoh ants sting?" If you want to make the process easier on yourself, simply call for a free quote on pharaoh ant extermination and control: 651-342-9489. We look forward to helping you.

Possums are typically helpful creatures. You may see them carrying their young pups around in their pouches. While their habits of eating ticks make them useful, if they burrow into your home or property, they may become pests. If you are in need of ethical possum removal and relocation services, Done Right Pest Solutions is your go-to company. Give us a call anytime for a free quote: 651-342-9489. And read on to learn all about these helpful creatures, and how to perform your own possum removal service. We also explain how we perform our possum removal services and answer the question, "how much does possum removal cost?"

While there are many types of carpet beetles, their habits are generally the same, though their food sources may be different. Read all about these

Pests are never lucky, but they aren’t uncommon either. There are some more unlucky of pests and so we have categorized our list by the top 13 unlucky pests, starting with number 13 and working our way down to the number 1 most unlucky pest. We also explain how we treat each pest listed here.

Have you ever felt like you were getting ripped off when it comes to pest control? You're not alone. But, there is a difference in pest control plans. Learn all about traditional verses Integrated Pest Management approaches and successes here. Learn what to pay for pest control services. In this guide on what multi-family housing owners and managers should expect to pay for pest control, learn a thorough examination of the threat of pests and property damage, including studies and their findings; the decision makers when it comes to maintenance costs and pest control contracts; average maintenance costs; how inspection and prevention go hand-in-hand; what property managers should pay for pest control, including studies and their findings; the importance of effective pest control plans in low-income housing complexes, including studies and their findings; what we charge for pest control; our conclusion; and of course all sources that feed this guide.

When someone finds a mouse in their house, it's usually quite startling. Whether you've found mouse activity that leads you to believe you have mice in your home, or you found a live or dead mouse itself, you've come to the right place to learn how to get rid of them. In this complete mouse control guide we cover topics like: how to know if mice can get in your home, how to know where to look for mouse entry points, how to trap mice, how quickly do mice reproduce, the diseases mice carry, and the mouse services we offer.

You shouldn’t have to worry about seasonal pests causing a ruckus around or in your home, but it is a worry many have, and it is a worry many simply live with. But you don’t have to. You don’t have to live with pest issues or even pest worries. In this guide we explain the 28 reasons homeowners choose 4 seasons pest control, the common residential pests including seasonal pests, and we explain how we treat for the pests. At the end of the day, if you have a pest issue or pest concern, you need to make sure your needs are met. Done Right Pest Solutions is in the business of meeting needs and budgets with our affordable pest control program the Peak Seasons Plan, available with multiple discount opportunities.

Many are scared of or intimidated by mice, but even more are scared of or intimidated by rats. Maybe it's their larger size, their grosser appearance, or their longer, thicker tail. Whatever creeps you out about rats, it is no fun to have them in your home. Rats can get into homes from the foundation or through the sewer, both things that should be stable parts of life. In this post, learn all about rat biology, some threats they pose to humans, 5 quick tips for rat control success, and all about how we perform rat control services. For all of your rodent control, including mouse control and rat control, look to Done Right Pest Solutions!

In the spirit of Christmas, we wrote a poem based off of A Visit from St. Nicholas by Clement Clark Moore. We hope you enjoy

Germs aren’t the only thing that spread around the holidays. Pest control companies often see an increase in bed bug services around the holidays. Bed bugs spread in many ways, but one of the most common ways they spread is through travel. Holidays bring an increase in travel. For all of your bed bug inspection and bed bug extermination, call Done Right Pest Solutions.

The last thing a restaurant needs is pests, but wherever there is food or shelter, pests come. Done Right Pest Solutions offers a variety of services and techniques according to your needs and budget. For the best restaurant pest control and commercial pest control services, call Done Right Pest Solutions.

Do you own rental properties in the Twin Cities metro area or western Wisconsin? If so, it may be of interest to you to learn of quality pest control services offered to you by Done Right Pest Solutions. We offer simple Monthly Service options and Quarterly Service options to fit your needs and budget. Learn about the types of rental properties, the pests attracted to rental properties, and pest control for rental properties.

Today, with the Thanksgiving holiday coming up, we wanted to keep it short and simple, yet full of thankfulness. That’s right; today we will outline the 8 things we are thankful for as a company.

Thanksgiving is a time to pause with family, reflect over the blessings of the past year, and look ahead to another year. There is always

Mice are pretty common in the state of Minnesota, but not everyone is prepared for them. Check out this post on 5 ways to prepare for mice, and as a bonus: 5 mouse control options for you.

Raccoons can be pesky animals. Though there is usually only one, unless you get a mother with her pups, they aren't hard to trap and remove, if you have the knowledge and expertise. For all of your raccoon control needs, including raccoon removal services and raccoon relocation services, look to the experts at Done Right Pest Solutions.

Pest control is not an easy subject with everyone. With the climate and ecosystem on many hearts and minds, it’s important to take a step back and evaluate what is important in life: health and family. We learned firsthand throughout the last year and a half that health and family are 2 of the most important things in life. With so much uncertainty floating around, we want to provide some simple certain things for you: 10 things to expect from your pest exterminators. As a bonus learn a bit about some of the most commonly purchased services we provide.

Moving is a stressful time. Moving into a new home with pests makes it more stressful. Eliminate your stress, by learning 10 areas to monitor for pest activity in your apartment. By learning where to check for pest activity, it helps give you peace of mind knowing you don’t have pests; and it helps pest control experts treat early on and effectively, so you don’t have the pest problem for as long.

Stink bugs are most commonly confused as boxelder bugs, due to their size, shape, and color, depending on the variety of stink bug. Learn more about these fall invading pests, including 6 easy stink bug control tips, and how we perform stink bug control. Our fall exterior spray is how we perform boxelder bug control as well. Learn other service options below and how you can connect with us!

Fall is a wonderful time of year for many: the pumpkin spice everything, the crisp days providing enough cool to finally warrant wearing our favorite sweaters and scarves, the crunch of the leaves underfoot.  I could go on and on. But fall is also the time of year that a bunch of nature tries to get inside our homes and businesses to stay warm over the winter. Common over-wintering insects are boxelder bugs, Asian lady beetles, hornets, and wasps. Mice are the most common rodent to try and over-winter. So in this post you’ll learn about preventative mouse control, all mouse control options provided by Done Right Pest Solutions, and our list of top 10 reasons for fall preventative mouse control.

Boxelder bugs don't damage the trees from which seeds they eat, but they can become nuisance pests if they enter your home. Boxelder bugs like to sun themselves on homes and businesses throughout the Twin Cities metro area and beyond, and as a result, pest control companies like Done Right Pest Solutions perform boxelder bug control regularly. To prevent these pests from coming inside your home this fall, contact Done Right Pest Solutions for all of your boxelder bug control, fall pest control, and preventative pest control services!

Most folks know what lady bugs or Asian lady beetles look like, but they don't always know how the heck they get inside their homes, waking up in the winter one sunny morning to find swarms on their windows. Every year fall invading insects like Asian lady beetles, boxelder bugs, hornets, and wasps look for places to hibernate. Learn how we prevent these pests from using your home to hibernate with our simple Asian lady beetle control and lady bug control measures, the importance of preventative fall pest control, and more.

Earwigs have been known as the "ear crawlers," but rest assured as they are not attracted to human or pet ears. Learn more about earwigs, including 12 DIY tips for earwig control, how we perform earwig control, and more.

Silverfish are not just creepy crawly insects that resemble a fish, with fish-like movements and even scales. These facts are true, but they are also more than just creepy, they can be destructive, consuming the craziest of materials, including clothes, carpet, book bindings, paper, and photos, to name a few. Read on to learn of more things silverfish eat, their habits and life span, how we perform silverfish control, and 6 things you can do to prevent silverfish.

Crickets, while harmless for the most part, can be very annoying over time. Imagine trying to sleep in your bedroom downstairs and the chirp chirp chirp chirp chirping keeps you awake. Or maybe imagine relaxing on the couch, just starting a new book and the chirp chirp chirping makes you reread the same sentence 5 times. We get it. Crickets are annoying. And some varieties of crickets eat fabrics, damaging stored clothes and products in basements and storage rooms. For all of your cricket control needs, look no further than Done Right Pest Solutions, and in the meantime, learn 8 things to do to keep crickets out.

2020 was a heck of a year, but at least the “murder hornets” haven’t gotten us! Here you can learn about the Asian giant hornet (the “murder hornet”) and the cicada killer wasp, (most commonly mistaken for a “murder hornet”). We share how Done Right Pest Solutions expert technicians treats ground wasps like the cicada killer wasp and others. And, of course, for all of your hornet control, yellow jacket control, and cicada killer wasp control, look no further than Done Right Pest Solutions.

Moving is stressful enough without the added stressors of potential pests. While moving to a new space with previous owners or renters can be new and exciting, it can also cause added pests to invade your space. From the pests that have inhabited the unit or home where you moved to the pests that can be attracted to packing materials and beyond, it is important to keep your space pest free. Pest free homes are happier homes and the people who live in them are more confident and at ease. In this moving guide, you’ll learn a total of 32 tips for keeping your space pest free. You’ll learn 3 things to look for on move-in day, 2 things to watch for on a regular basis, 3 pest inspections to have prior to home purchase or mortgage approval, and more!

Squirrels can be cute neighborhood additions, as long as they stay in trees and yards, but they can be devastating pests when they peel back siding, soffit, and fascia, causing thousands of dollars’ worth of damage each year to home owners. For all of your squirrel control needs, including squirrel removal and squirrel relocation, look no further than Done Right Pest Solutions

If you’ve ever tried DIY craft projects from Pinterest and ended up disappointed, this post is for you. You’re not alone. Here we explore the definitions of “reactive” and “proactive” pest control, we give some examples of reactive pest control and proactive pest control, and we cover 5 reasons to have a proactive pest control plan. You will learn a bit about our preventative pest control plans and our one-time services. Ultimately, we want to help you, save you time and money. It’s why we are in business. Look no further for all of your reactive and proactive pest control services than Done Right Pest Solutions.

The only thing worse than a stinging insect, is a stinging insect hiding in the ground or a wall void that you come upon unexpectedly. If this has ever happened to you, you’re not alone! Here you will learn some general information about the aggressive hornets and yellow jackets that build their nests in the ground or wall voids. Here you’ll learn 5 things to do if you find ground hornets or yellow jackets. You’ll also learn a bonus 5 things pest control companies do to treat hornets, wasps, and yellow jackets. Look no further for all of your ground hornet control and wasp control than Done Right Pest Solutions.

Have you ever seen little jumping bugs in or around your home that resemble a flea? Learn all about these little jumping bugs called springtails, the number one way to get rid of these bugs yourself, and how we perform effective springtail control. For all of your seasonal pest control needs, including springtail control, call Done Right Pest Solutions.

Fruit flies are pesky pests that aren't as dangerous as other fly species, but they are an annoyance. If you've ever left produce out on the counter, you've probably had fruit flies. Learn more about these pests and what they are attracted to. Learn more about fruit fly control for restaurants, residential fruit fly control options, including 6 simple tips to eliminate and prevent fruit flies. Look to Done Right Pest Solutions for all of your pest control needs, including fruit fly control, residential or commercial!

Carpenter ants, while beneficial insects in forests, can be destructive and nuisance pests to any housing or commercial structure. Here you can learn 5 crazy facts about carpenter ants. We’ll also share how we treat for these pests.

If you have gardened, chances are you know all about little garden pests that like to eat your hard work. I don’t just mean bunnies, I mean like beetles, aphids, grasshoppers and other pests. Even in droughts there are pests that run wild! Learn more about 6 pests that thrive in droughts and how Done Right Pest Solutions can solve any of these pest issues for you and more. Look no further for grasshopper control, forest tent caterpillar control, spider mite control, aphid control than Done Right Pest Solutions!

Most people dread June bugs and Japanese beetles even though they are only adults for a short time.  Learn more about these 2 leaf-eating pests and how they can cause other pests in your yard. We also explain how Done Right Pest Solutions has effective June bug control and Japanese beetle control methods.

Flies can ruin a picnic because people know that they carry illness and disease wherever they land. Learn more about fly life spans and 4 expert tips for fly control in your home or business.

Do you normally get mosquito bites during the day or in the evening? On your arms or neck or ankles and feet? Where you get mosquito bites could be indicator of what type of mosquitoes live in your yard. Learn the 3 species of mosquitoes and how to treat each.

Voles are troublesome yard pests that can destroy your gardens and wreck your lawn. Learn about these pests here and 10 quick tips you can do to prevent voles.

Have you ever seen webs in the branches of trees and thought, “wow, that’s a thick spider web!” It wasn’t actually a spider web, it was a forest tent caterpillar’s home. While these pests aren’t harmful to humans, they can be destructive to trees.

Every spring, summer, and fall, millions of people suffer from the presence of aggressive stinging insects in their yard. Learn more about wasps, different types of nests, and how we treat in different scenarios. Wasp control is made easy with Done Right Pest Solutions.

Mosquitoes carry and transmit diseases from person to person, resulting in the greatest cause of death in human history. Learn 4 tips for effective mosquito control here so you can protect your family today.

Summer break is something every student looks forward to. After a long year of hard work, tests, sitting through lectures, group projects, papers, and finals, it feels like you can finally relax. Summer break also means home, going on vacations and traveling to see friends and loved ones. Summer increases bed bug spread by nearly 50%. Learn about the increased spread in summer months, the increased concern of bed bugs, and 4 ways you can prevent a bed bug infestation this summer.

Parents don’t like when their kids have ants in their pants, but don’t bat an eye if they find ants in their house. Learn how ants operate and 8 practical ways to treat pavement ants.

Yard pests such as moles are noticeable and hazardous to your yard and safety as a person. Imagine hosting a barbecue with neighbors and having Karen sink into a tunnel, trip, and threaten to sue you. That’s no good! Thankfully there are methods of control that you can take to regain control of your yard! Learn all about moles, their habits, breeding, and how they damage your yard. Learn how to take back control of your yard with different methods like traps, gasses, baits, repellents, and natural options. Finally, learn how we treat humanely for these yard pests, leaving you with peace of mind and confidence to show off your mole-free yard!

Carpenter ants are devastating destructive pests that can cost you thousands if they go untreated. Learn their habits and how to spot their silent activity in your home. This article is complete with Frequently Asked Questions about carpenter ants and how we treat for these pests.

When I was younger my dad used to tell the joke that politics meant poly, a prefix meaning many; and ticks, blood sucking creatures. Here you'll read of ticks, something just as sucky as politics, but we'll give some tips on prevention too. In this post you'll learn more about the diseases ticks carry, including Lyme disease, how to know if you've been infected, how to remove ticks, and how to prevent ticks in your yard. Here's to a tick free summer!

Spring is in the air! Birds are chirping, some early spring flowers are starting to bloom, the last (hopefully last) snowfall of the season has

Nobody who has pests likes their pests. It’s just basic human nature. We make our houses our homes and pests come in and steal some space and joy. Here are some tips to take back your space and joy and how to keep your home pest free! Learn tips and tricks to keep pests out of your home or yard and how to prepare for peak season pests.

Do you remember that K9 Advantix Commercial where the cute yellow lab puppy sang “There ain’t no bugs on me. There ain’t no bugs on me. There may be bugs on some of you mugs but there ain’t no bugs on me.”? At Done Right Pest Solutions, we’d like to change the lyrics for our clients: “There ain’t no bugs in my house, there ain’t no bugs on my spouse…”— OK , we’ll just stick to pest control. Look no further for flea control, including flea prevention and tips for flea treatments than Done Right Pest Solutions.

We’ve all heard the phrase: “Good night, sleep tight! Don’t let the bed bugs bite!” Where did that come from anyway? That’s not a calming thought before going to bed. In the 1800s beds were made of straw, feathers, and other materials that attracted bed bugs. So people began saying that phrase. Even though beds as we know them became more readily available in the early 1900s, the phrase is still known today. Cultural idioms are sure weird! In this post you’ll learn all about bed bugs, including myths and facts; you’ll also learn different bed bug extermination methods, how we treat, and some next steps.

When I was younger, on Sunday dinner at grandma’s house I would find millipedes in her basement – the kind that curl up in a ball. I wasn’t afraid of them then, but sometimes things that didn’t scare you as a kid scare you as an adult. Millipedes aren’t as creepy to me as centipedes. Centipedes and millipedes are more than just nuisance pests.

You’ve probably heard of Charlotte’s Web, a children’s book and movie that animated a spider’s story and made her lovable. But if you ask me, anything with more than 4 legs is automatically creepy. This post gives you 5 types of spiders in your home and shows you how to manage them. As a bonus, this post shares tips and tricks and explains how pest professionals treat for spiders.

Picture this: you’ve set up your dinner table with the nice china for a special occasion. After months of speculation of whether you should have your in-laws over with COVID and everything, you make the plans with the intention of postponing or calling off if anything comes up. With a sigh of relief, nothing does, and you can have your dinner like normal.

Cockroaches are known to withstand the craziest of conditions, like nuclear blasts. They certainly are intriguing pests, as well as, perhaps, formidable if you don’t know much about them. Like, did you know the average cockroach can live for a week without its head? It’s true! All thanks to an open circulatory system and little breathing holes along each body segment, the food is only needed for food and water intake: meaning the cockroach without its head died of thirst, not because it didn’t have its head. In this post you will learn the 4 common types of cockroaches in Minnesota, their habits and threats they pose to humans, and how pest professionals treat for them.

Early summer this year, I had carpenter ants in the house I rent in Saint Paul. There were only a couple visible that I could see, but I'm sure there were more. My landlord set some bait to see how many would come to it, and thankfully the answer was: not that many. Early fall this same year, I had some bottle flies

Usually when a mouse enters a structure first it is an alpha mouse looking for some safe and warm lodging for its family. Alpha mice are very smart and are often the very last mouse to be caught. After entering a structure, the alpha mouse...

While the cartoon mice, like Jerry from Tom & Jerry are cute, the little furry ones that like to invade your home are not. Mice can pose a threat to the health and safety of your home. Learn how mice operate and the diseases they carry...

There is a saying we’ve heard from clients in the pest control industry: “If I’ve seen one mouse I probably have more.” This phrase is true, knowing...

Did you know mice can squeeze in through any crack or crevice as small as one-fourth of an inch in diameter? That’s about the size of an eraser cap point! Mice do have bones, but...

Today you will learn how to know where to look for mouse entry points. Previously, you learned that mice can fit into any opening one-fourth of an inch in diameter: the size of an eraser cap tip. Mice search for and find many little openings in a home through which they can squeeze. They don’t have very good eyesight so they run right next to a structure. As their fur brushes up against the structure, it leaves pheromones, just like the droppings and urine they continuously leave. This alerts other mice of their presence and that your home or business may be a safe, warm home for them. Mice often look for man-made openings, like an air-conditioning line or laundry vent. But if those don’t work, oftentimes Minnesota’s changing of seasons can create little cracks and crevices wide enough for mice to squeeze into.