Western’s Professional Entomologist

Expertise and experience all rolled into one.

Why a Board Certified Entomologist?

The correct pest control solution comes when you have correctly identified the pest you’re dealing with. That’s why we only trust the word of our Board Certified Entomologist and his long-standing reputation in the industry. His extensive knowledge and experience make that input and expertise untouchable. Dr. Nic is not only an Entomologist, but he has the additional pest control experience that make his knowledge beyond reproach and his dedication to our customers unmatched.

What Can He Do for You?

Whether it’s at a home or a business, misidentifying a pest can not only waste time, but it could make your issue worse than it originally was. The wrong product being used can intensify an infestation or just force pests into more difficult hiding spaces. The biggest issue is cost. If you’re paying to treat the wrong pest, you are wasting money. Then you’ll have to pay to treat for the correct pest. Best to do it right the first time with a properly identified pest by a trusted, Board Certified Entomologist.

Meet our Entomologist

Nicolas Ellis

Entomologist & Training Specialist

Nicolas (Nic) Ellis joined Western in 2019 as an entomologist and technical specialist. As a a Board Certified Entomologist specializing in Urban and Industrial Entomology through the Entomological Society of America Certification Program, Nic provides technical support training to sixteen branch offices. His responsibilities include various training and technical endeavors for several branch offices as well. He plays a critical role in identifying pests, conducting inspections, developing pest management policies and procedures as well as educating both clients and Western Pest Services personnel on a variety of structural pest control topics. Nic holds a Doctor of Philosophy from The Pennsylvania State University, a Master of Science from The Pennsylvania State University, and a Bachelor of Science from Virginia Military Institute.

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