Dec 31, 2012 | Uncategorized
HAPPY NEW YEAR…well, almost!! It’s New Years Eve!! It’s a time for reflection over the past year as well as excitement for the year to come. We had some major highlights in 2012. Below are just a few:
- The Grand Opening of our East Cobb service center
- Participated in the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Savannah, GA
- 2012 Relay for Life of Walton County
- Kelly Combs was awarded the MSAR Affiliate Member of the Year
- Launched Green Elite
- Green Elite Spirit Contest
- Awarded #23 in PCT’s Top 100 Pest Control Companies
- Joined Pinterest
- Randy Wilhite was a guest on Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio
- Participated in Adopt-A-School
- Photo and commercial shoots
- Raised over $7,000 for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
- Acquired Jody Millard Pest Control in Chattanooga, TN
- Company wide Halloween costume contest
- Another successful year for our Health Expo
- Celebrated Steve’s 60th Birthday
- Toys for Tots
- Had an Ugly Sweater Christmas
- Participated in many Chillin & Grillin events, trade shows, expos, and other fun things in our communities
From L to R: St. Patrick’s Day parade, East Cobb Grand Opening, Steve’s 60th Birthday, Steve’s Green Elite costume, Halloween costume contest
We couldn’t possible list off all of the wonderful events and accomplishments that we had in 2012. One thing we do know is that we couldn’t have done it without our loyal customers and the amazing Northwest Exterminating Team.
Here’s to a Happy Healthy New Year to you and yours…and another great year for Northwest Exterminating.
For pictures of the events above and many others visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/CallNorthwest
Dec 28, 2012 | Uncategorized
We, at Northwest Exterminating, like to ensure that our customers fully understand just how we plan to provide
services for them. Whenever a salesman gives you an assessment of the services you may need, he’s sure to make everything very clear as far as what his suggestions are for your property. Similarly, a technician that comes to your home will let you know the steps he will take before, during, and after the process is completed. He will be sure to answer any questions you may have, show you the results of his work and suggest anything else you may need, even if it’s not exactly pest related!
You will definitely understand our technicians, but may not know why certain words are what they are. After all, you probably don’t know that the word ‘pest’ comes from the Latin word pestis meaning ‘plague.’ Do you think that when you call your little brother a pest, it’s because you’re likening him to the creepy, slimy bugs you detest? Not at all! Pest has meant “noxious or troublesome person or thing” since the 1600s.
Ever wondered why we exterminate bugs? Just like many other words in the English language, exterminate comes from Latin. The word exterminatus means “drive out, expel, drive beyond boundaries.” Modern English has led to a word meaning of “utter destruction.” We at Northwest more closely follow the original meaning of pest exterminating, by making sure your home is pest free without using harsh chemicals that can lead to more harm than good. If you would like a company whose technicians really know the meaning of pest control, Northwest Exterminating is just one appointment away.
Melissa Brown
[email protected]
Sources:
http://dictionary.reference.com
http://www.etymonline.com/
Dec 26, 2012 | Uncategorized
Hort oil can be beneficial to your trees and shrubs to control pests. Many traditional pest control solutions can be harmful to plants. Advantages of using oil are safety, effectiveness, and limited effects on insects that are beneficial to plants.
Hort oil is often used in the winter months to control mites, aphids, caterpillars, and scale insects that tend to make a home on plants during this time of year. Although most commonly used in the winter, hort oil can also be used in the summer time to control a host of other insects and mites. Hort oil can also protect plants from diseases like powdery mildew and some aphid-transmitted viruses.
You should be aware that there is a small chance that it could harm certain plants, especially those in need of water. Oils can stain surfaces of dark colored house plants. As with any pest control solution, be sure to read instructions carefully and follow all directions.
Sensitive Plants:
- Black walnut
- Cryptomeria
- Douglas-fir
- Hickories
- Junipers and cedars
- Maples (particularly Japanese and red maple)
- Redbud
- Smoke tree
- Spruce (particularly dwarf Alberta spruce)
Source: http://www.ext.colostate.edu/pubs/insect/05569.html
Dec 24, 2012 | Uncategorized
Northwest Exterminating is closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. As you know, family is very important to us and we wanted to give our team members a little extra time to spend with their families during the holidays! But rest assured that we will be back open for business on Wednesday to serve all of your pest and termite needs.
And on behalf of all of the team at Northwest Exterminating we would like to wish you and your family Happy Holidays and a very Merry Christmas.
Dec 21, 2012 | Uncategorized
White Fly
It’s the holiday season and while many plants are losing leaves and color in the cold, poinsettia plants thrive. These winter plants are native to the area around Taxco, Mexico. Their name comes from that of the first United States ambassador to Mexico, Joel R. Poinsett. Though the most popular color for this plant is red, poinsettias also come in pink, white, yellow, speckled or marbled.
A common myth is that these lovely flowered plants are poisonous. In actuality, it is merely recommended not to consume the plant and the sap may cause mild skin irritation to those who are sensitive to it. Still, though this plant may not be recommended for humans, plenty of pests delight in the lovely plant for more than just its beauty.
Pests that may be attracted to poinsettias include white flies, fungus gnats, mealybugs and spider mites. These pests tend to attack either the plant itself or the social surface. Mealybugs, in particular,
Fungus Gnat
will feed on the leaves of the poinsettia plants. If caught early, be sure to gently clean the leaves of your plant with alcohol on a swab.
Northwest Exterminating looks to handle all your pest issues. Even though it’s the holiday season, we are dedicated to keeping your home and work environment pest free. Schedule an appointment today!
Sources:
http://www.uri.edu/ce/factsheets/sheets/poinsettias.html
Melissa Brown
[email protected]
Spider Mite
Mealy Bug
