John Burthus is a great example of the well trained and talented pest control specialists we hire here at Active Pest Control. With seven years experience in the pest control industry and two years as a member of the Active Pest Control family, John is a valued and trusted member of the ‘family’. He is a registered pest control technician and a Sentricon® technician, which means he has the education and experience to deal with your pest control needs – including termites. John can quickly identify the pests that you are dealing with and then safely and effectively eliminate them. He will also let you know exactly how these pests have gained access to your home or office, then give you the information you need to sure up your defenses and prevent a future issue. John can always be counted on to bring his “A” game whenever he is dealing with pests.

John’s favorite pest is the velvet ant, which is actually not even an ant but a wasp. These brightly colored pests are typically red, brown, black, or yellow and covered in a thick, velvety ‘coat’. The male of the species has wings while the female is wingless. The females are especially venomous and can cause serious reactions in people if they sting. These girls, however, are not overly aggressive and most commonly sting when they are stepped on or handled by an unsuspecting victim. The potent, toxic venom of the velvet ant makes them dangerous to humans and is the reason why it is so important for infestations to be handled by a highly skilled professional like John.

Here at Active Pest Control, we pride ourselves on quality service and professionalism. It is the dedication and experience of our hard working technicians that is the backbone of this commitment. Give us a call today, and let John or another of our qualified technicians help develop your personalized pest control plan. You too can join the Active Pest Control family and experience the trusted service that so many have come to know and expect. With exceptional employees, it is no wonder why Active Pest Control is the name to turn to for your pest control needs.