Zachary Smith

Zachary Smith is the founder of PestDude.com. Zachary is a licensed pest control professional with over 20 years of hands on experience eradicating pests from homes and businesses. Zachary earned his Bachelor of Science from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 2002. He specializes in rodent and insect infestation management of structures and landscapes. His passion is to share his extensive knowledge with the world.

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How to Get Rid of Carpenter Ants (Both Inside & Outside)

If you’ve noticed signs of carpenter ants in your home – you need to act fast to eliminate them. Despite their small size, these ants can cause significant damage to your home – even compromising its stability and structural integrity. Fortunately, you don’t have to tackle the infestation on your own. Here at Pest Dude, …

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How to Get Rid of Woodpeckers: A Guide for Homeowners

Woodpeckers can cause substantial damage to your property. If you’ve noticed woodpeckers in or near your home, you must act quickly to avoid holes and other costly repairs. Fortunately, we’re here to help. With more than 15 years of experience in the pest control industry, we understand how to protect your home by deterring woodpeckers …

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Top 6 Best Insecticides for Your Home of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

Are you seeing creepy crawlies in your home? Whether you’re dealing with spiders, roaches, or ants, you want a solution that works quickly. Fortunately, we’re here to help. We’ve done the field testing and combined our 20+ years of pest industry experience into this comprehensive guide that outlines the most effective insecticides that will kill …

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How to Get Rid of Tree Squirrels (Both Inside & Outside Your Home)

While tree squirrels can be cute when they’re out in the wild, where they belong, they occasionally set up shop in your attic, wall voids, trees, or outside in your garden. When they do, they quickly become a troublesome pest. Fortunately, you’re not alone in your efforts. Here at Pest Dude, we have more than …

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