Very pleased with the service Dan and 603 Pest provide. He is a courteous and professional worker .We had a lot of bees around the house and shed before the work was done last year. After they sprayed, none. We are on a maintenance program and it's been worth it.
Layna Hargreaves
Company does good work, arrives on time, and is always available by phone if you have questions.
Mark Oswald
I cannot say enough about this company and ALL of their employees that I have had contact with. When I call, they listen to my concern and explain exactly what we need. They are so kind and courteous, and Mike (our tech) took a moment to say hello to our puppy which means a lot (so did Chris our previous tech). Mike went over everything and answered my questions.We are customers for life. I always try to support local businesses and this one is EXCEPTIONAL! Thank you so much 603 Pest Control Services!
Charlotte Ford
We had a swarm of termites and called 603. 1 HOUR later they were on site, helpfully explaining options and getting us squared away. It does not get better than that.
John Balch
Great company and customer service. Although, ultimately we ended up going with a different company as this wasn't exactly what we were looking for, we were truly happy with the communication and help they were able to provide us. If our needs change in the future, we will certainly reach out again!
Christina Levitan
Technician was great! Very informative and on time. Highly recommend
Jim Peck
603 Pest is always accommodating as a company, and their service providers are professional, respectful, knowledgeable and kind.
Laura Ryan
Dan from 603 was very knowledgeable of the pests we had, and was able to determine the best course of action to take. He did a great job and we are very happy with 603 pest and Dan's service.
Brett LaBranche
Completely satisfied with Dan's work. He was courteous and answered questions I had about ants. Did not rush and pointed out things I was not aware of. Dan is a great representative for your company.
Eileen Cuff
Chris was great, talked me through what we were looking at and gave guidance on next steps.
Julia Metzler
Never thought I'd have to hire someone to come take care of a bug problem. I was so freaked out and immediately went to Google to find a solution. Can't remember who i spoke to on the phone or if it was the same person but super friendly and helpful. They literally came the next day and were in and out in under an hour. Both guys were super kind and friendly and understanding. Reviews truly don't lie! They are 5 stars for a reason! Thank you so much for saving my home and my sanity!
Katie Calder
Always timely service; thorough inspections, preventative treatments and rodent control ( mice) have all been accomplished successfully. Dan is an especially astute inspector having found a previously unknown problem and taking steps immediately to eliminate future issues.
Virginia Landry
Every tech that comes to the house is extremely knowledgeable, does a quality job and answers all our questions. Since we've had them coming to the house we have had no bug infestations.Great company!
Patti K
Was very happy with the service we received. Dan was very knowledgeable. We are very happy we went with 603 Pest Control.
Jim Tyrrell
Great company. Highly recommend!
K Greenberg
They come and service our property every so often and the last two techs that have come by have both been so nice and professional. They do good quality work and have great customer service. Would definitely recommend!
Daniel Onoa
No one wants to deal with ants. When you do, I recommend 603 to do what they know better than anyone! Knowledge, professionalism, and answers to all my questions was what I got. I was pleasantly surprised with the entire experience and very pleased with the results. Call these folks first. You’ll be happy you did.
Donald Millette
This business is truly the best, Great employees and service!
Linda Kalloger
Thanks! You always do a great job!
Maureen Ariel
Dan is so very kind, professional and caring. He listens to your concerns and questions. Always answers in a very understanding kind way. He shows he really cares and wants to help make you as comfortable with the situation, as he can. I have had a few different companies here to help me out, as needed. Don has been the best person helping me out yet. I apppreciate all he has done for me very much.
Carole Paris
We love these guys they're very reliable, always offer us smart recommendations, and know my home better than I do when it comes to this type of control. Always kind and courteous and respectful and complete their services really fast without needing you :). I trust this team!
katie suits
In and out and dead! What more can I say....nice guys too!
Linda Chick
Dan & 603 Pest Control offer bug-free, high-quality services. Highly recommend. Thanks team!
Darryl Parker
Thorough and Hector explained things to me.
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Dan, was right on time. He did a great job informing us to what was going on in our home. He told us what we should expect, and what we could do to make improvements. Highly recommend them.
paul lescatre
Our technician was courteous and knowledgeable. Definitely would recommend!
Amanda Dellario
Chris has been my technician for a few years now with monthly inspections at two of my properties but today Chris made a bad situation a lot easier for me to deal with with his knowledge and willingness to tackle the task immediately. Thank you!
Donna Tully
We use 603 Pest Control for year round pest maintenance. Hector, our technician, arrived timely, was polite, knowledgeable, and efficient. Thank you!
Debbie Harmon
Did not use the service but the staff was extremely helpful and friendly.
Chev Rey
Chris is always professional and friendly. My husband missed the door bell, but Chris knew he usually works from home. So he went around to our basement door, knocked and my hubby answered the door! Lol! We just feel like 603 Pest and Chris, take care of us! :)
FMS Choral Department Mary Pispitsos
Dan is a very qualified technician that not only solved our ant problem but identified an unknown mice infestation that he quickly fixed with traps and sealing openings around the foundation. Highly recommend!
MonarchO
Sam was a very caring and professional person. Excellent work.
Lucia Carlisle
Chris at 603 Pest is excellent. He is friendly, thorough, and knowledgeable. I have complete confidence in him.
Barry Rogers
Very thorough the tec made sure he covered the area well while spraying.
Johnny Garcia
Great service. Even with construction on our street our problem was eliminated the same day without contaminating our small pond. I apologize for having to instruct the driver to drive the wrong way on a one way street to get to the site. I would recommend this company to anyone.
Denis Methot
Chris explained what he was doing, very helpful
Martha Torrey
Friendly, responsive and helpful. They answered all my questions and took care of our ant problem quickly. I highly recommend them.
Jacki Murray
Wonderful so far. We are new customers.
Kathy Carlson
I had discovered 2 places on our home that had wasps. One wasan large external hive, the other was internal (unseen) inside a window sill between house and siding. Both locations were 2nd floor or higher. Additionally, I had a time limit to complete this job due to contractor work soon to be done.From arrival, Dan was here for a little over an hour. After review, he identified 2 different species of wasps and completed treatment for both locations that was appropriate for each.He treated only what needed to be done. (We did not want to harm any wildlife.) It was a difficult and dangerous job.At the end, Dan advised us for our own protection and safety with regards to the wasps and the treatments.Well done and thanks to Dan for ridding our property of a dangerous pest and leaving it environment friendly.
Carl Waranowski
Ant Spraying
Ants are common pests in New Hampshire – as is the need for professional quality carpenter ant treatment and treatment for NH ant species. It’s vital to retain ant exterminator services from an experienced ant removal specialist such as 603 Pest Control.
As your local ant removal experts, we act as both an ant exterminator and ant pest control strategist. Not only do we destroy the ants you can see! We ALSO know that the best way to get rid of ants is by doing a thorough pest inspection and destroying ant nests.
Ant types and appearances vary. Most ants are a black, brown, or reddish color, and have a head, thorax and abdomen, although the thorax and abdomen are not always obvious.
Spraying for Ants: Treatments and Solutions
When any spraying, a common and effective ant treatment, (especially carpenter ant treatments), it is critical to locate and destroy the nest. 603 Pest Control experts treat homes and businesses for ants seasonally using EPA registered and labeled products.
Our customers typically protect their properties with our quarterly pest control service, since most properties encounter more than one type of pest, so it’s more cost effective to ensure protection on a quarterly basis, instead of waiting until there’s an infestation.
It’s wise to approach any unfamiliar pest with care, and consult with an experienced ant exterminator regarding your options for ant pest control. If you need help with identifying types of ants and the best ant removal solution for your home or business, contact 603 Pest a call for a free consultation.
- Carpenter ants vary in size, color, and function: Worker ants are small black quarter inch to three-quarters of an inch long. Swarmer ants have wings, and males and females swarm by the hundreds in the springtime. Carpenter ants are typically black, but can have bits of red, making them appear two-toned. Carpenter ants have pinched waists, one node, and powerful mandibles to bite or sting. Spraying for carpenter ants requires finding and destroying the nest to prevent their return.
- Pavement Ants are very small – about one eighth to one sixteenth of an inch long, and are mostly brown with black accents. They move slowly, so you should be able to see them long enough to spot the parallel lines on the head and thorax.
- Odorous house ants are all the same size – one twelfth to an eighth of an inch long – and are brownish black. This ant species is named for the off-putting odor it emits when crushed.
Each of these ant types exists year-round. They are most active from May through September, and swarm during their breeding season, which is May and June in New Hampshire and the northeast.
How to Identify Ant ActivityAround Your Home or Property
Some practical characteristics and cues to identify ant activity include:
Carpenter Ants:
- Build their nests by excavating wood and creating clean, smooth pathway networks. They don’t eat the wood; they burrow in it, sometimes causing severe structural damage to your home or building.
- Prefer to nest in wood damaged by water – such as support beams, wood decks, and roofing. supports. Frass is the sawdust that carpenter ants pile up from burrowing into wood. (Termites use the frass as a food source, but carpenter ants don’t.)
- Will travel 100 yards or more for food. They eat anything sweet, and are attracted to moisture.
- Have a metabolism that slows down in the winter, when they don’t travel far from their nest. But in the Spring when temperatures rise, carpenter ants travel for water or moisture.
- Can be found around bathrooms, sinks, kitchen counters, plumbing areas, basement sill plates, and trailing into the home from window sills, window sill plates, front stoop areas, and back decks.
- Are black and very large. The reproductive carpenter ants have wings. When they swarm, the wings of a carpenter ant are dark and tinted in color – versus the wings of a termite which are clear. Carpenter and termite seasons intertwine. Carpenter ants have a pinched waist, while termites have a flat waist.
Pavement Ants:
- Need moisture to survive. They constantly search for sugar and protein as they forage for food inside and outside of homes and offices.
- Prefer to nest in walls, under floors, and in insulation. They also nest patios and driveways, under rocks and cracks in the pavement.
Odorous House Ants:
- Build nests indoors or outdoors. They move in trails along floors, cabinets, countertops, walls, and around pet food dishes or other food sources.
- Forage for sweets and honeydew (which is a sweet, sticky secretion produced by other insects). Some varieties are active during the day, while others are active at night. Their colonies are very large with many active queens served by scores of worker ants.
Disease and Property Damage that Ants Can Cause
Ants are not unsanitary pests nor do they carry disease, but some types of ants can bite and sting people and their pets.
Carpenter ants can cause incredible amounts of damage to major support elements of homes and structures. They can cause damage behind chimney walls, and all over a home or building, from attic to basement.
Pavement ants cause property damage by tunneling underneath the pavement and weakening or collapsing it. They also do cause damage underneath patios. Pavement ants are not a wood destroying pest.