Rodents don’t just show up out of nowhere—they settle where they feel safe. Devin, our pest control expert, shares how small changes...

When it comes to keeping your home safe, most folks in Western Montana are more worried about voles or ground squirrels tearing up the lawn. But there’s another pest-related problem you might not have considered—hantavirus. This rare but potentially deadly disease is something every Montanan should be aware of, especially if you’re dealing with rodent issues. What is Hantavirus? Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) is a severe respiratory disease caused by hantaviruses. It’s m

If you’re living in Western Montana, you’ve probably had more than one run-in with critters digging up your yard. Two of the usual suspects? Ground squirrels and gophers. They might look similar at a quick glance, but they’re quite different when you dig a little deeper (pun intended). So how do you tell them apart, and why does it even matter? Let’s break it down! Both ground squirrels and gophers love to make themselves right at home in your lawn, but they’re not roommates.