LOCAL KNOW-HOW. OLD-FASHIONED CARE.
Pest control services for our corner of the Northwest.
Specializing in all things pest control related.
Practical help for homes and businesses in King, Pierce & Thurston counties.
Something doesn't look right? Let's talk it through.
Ants on the kitchen counter. Scratching above the ceiling. Wasps coming and going near the porch. Whatever has caught your attention, you can start by telling us what you're seeing.
Modern Pest Control helps homeowners and businesses understand pest concerns and take the next step. You don't need to know the pest's name or have every detail figured out before reaching out.
Call or text 253-414-1987 for a consultation and professional opinion. Tell us your city or ZIP code, where you've noticed activity and when it started. If you have a clear photo or short video, you're welcome to text it along. A picture can help, but it isn't required.
LET’S START WITH WHAT YOU’RE SEEING
Uninvited guests?
Choose a concern for signs to watch for, useful next steps and answers to common questions.
Ants
Kitchen trails, winged ants and activity around wood or moisture.
Odorous house · Carpenter · Pavement · Moisture · ThatchingRodents
Scratching sounds, droppings, gnaw marks or possible entry points.
Rats · Mice · Entry concernsWasps, Hornets & Yellowjackets
Nest activity near your porch, eaves, lawn or outdoor living spaces.
Yellowjackets · Hornets · Paper waspsSpiders
Webs, recurring indoor sightings and questions about identification.
Identification · Webs · PreventionSeasonal Invaders
Bugs gathering on siding or turning up at windows as the seasons change.
Stink bugs · Seed bugs · Boxelder bugs · Lady beetlesMORE WAYS WE CAN HELP
Small clues. Useful answers.
These guides cover other concerns around your home, belongings and outdoor spaces.
Cockroaches
Unwanted activity near food, appliances, cupboards or plumbing.
Bed Bugs
Evidence around beds and furniture, and what to do before moving belongings.
Fleas
Jumping insects, pet resting areas and where to look for useful clues.
Termites
Winged insects, wood damage and concerns that deserve a closer look.
Wood-boring Beetles
Small holes or powder near wood, and what those signs can mean.
Carpet & Hide Beetles
Larvae, shed skins and damage around fabrics or stored materials.
Pantry Beetles & Weevils
Beetles or weevils in dry foods, cupboards, pet food or stored seed.
Flies
Recurring flies indoors and the clues that help locate their source.
Fungus Gnats
Tiny flies around houseplants and damp potting soil.
Silverfish & Firebrats
Fast-moving insects around bathrooms, storage or warm sheltered spaces.
Earwigs & Occasional Crawlers
Outdoor insects finding their way through doors, gaps or stored items.
Moisture-associated Pests
Small insects around damp areas and the conditions worth investigating.
Centipedes & Millipedes
Many-legged visitors indoors, near foundations or in damp areas.
Bees & Pollinator Assistance
Help understanding a swarm, nesting activity or a possible pollinator.
Beetles: Find the Right Guide
Start here when you are unsure which beetle guide fits what you have found.
THOUGHTFULLY PLANNED. CUSTOM QUOTED.
A plan for the property, too.
Cleanup and exclusion work shaped around your home, your priorities and what needs to be finished.
Preparing a home for sale, addressing a neglected space or closing pest entry routes? We discuss the work with you and bid the scope as needed.
Property Cleanup & Home-Sale Preparation
Custom cleanup, vapor barriers, insulation and crawl-space doors for homes, sheds and outbuildings.
Bird Exclusion
Custom-quoted exclusion for bird access concerns, with cleanup and timing considered together.
Wildlife & Unusual Pest Concerns
Discuss unfamiliar activity, wildlife access concerns and the next step for your property.
Custom Rodent Exclusion
Well-planned work to address access concerns, with the scope, materials and related cleanup discussed before you decide.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO HAVE ALL THE ANSWERS
Not sure what you’ve found?
Tell us what you’re seeing, where it is and your city or ZIP code. A photo or short video sent by text can help, but it’s optional. A conversation is a good place to start.