Common Pests
Spiders are one of the most feared creatures in the world. What most people don't knowis that these creatures are less frightening than they appear, of course that is unless they are toxic. The black widow and brown recluse are two of the most toxic spiders. Besides those most spiders are harmless and actually eat other insects. However, when spiders begin to enter your home they become a nuisance. Our exterminators can help get rid of these pests.
Roaches are mainly found in the kitchens and bathrooms of people's homes. This is due to their high moisture requirements. Roaches are nocturnal and are known to hate the sight of light. They come out when it is dark to look for food. If you find a roach in your home an exterminator should be called in order to take care of the problem.
Termites are a common pest that cause millions of dollars worth of damage annually. Once you find one termite in your home they immediatley come in swarms. It is best to locate the problem right away. Call an exterminator before the damage of your home becomes extensive.
If you find ants in your home it is most likely because of food. Once one ant has found the source of food in your home, it will bring it back to its nest. The rest of the colony is in the nest. The ants in the colony well then return to the food source in your home. Now you have an ant problem! Spraying the ants you see with household chemicals such as windex is not the smartest idea. Ants can detect the chemicals and make an alternate route to the food source.
Bed Bugs are a common pest found in hotels, apartments, and homes all over the world. Bed bugs are small oval shaped parasites and are about 3-5 mm in length.They like to infest bedrooms and feed on the blood of sleeping homeowners. They hide beneath layers of bedding and the seams of mattresses. The rapid spread of bed bugs is mostly caused by infested public places. In that case, that is how people bring them into their homes.
Fleas are parasites. They feed on the blood of humans and animals. The most common type of flea is the cat flea. Opposed to its name, the cat flea is found on both cats and dogs. Fleas are capable of spreading disease just like any other parasite. Fleas can be treated by the Vet to help your animal, but that will not help what is already living in your home. Our exterminators can get rid of those pests!
Rats are known to host many parasites and common vectors of harmful and even deadly diseases. Rats like to climb and borrow. They are mostly active after sunset and before dawn. Rats eat up to 10% of their body wait daily and always need access to water. So if you have rats the first thing to do is cut off their water and food supply. Next, call one of our exterminators to help you solve your problem!
Mice infestations are a common problem during the cooler months. Mice are nocternal rodents. Mice like to invade residential properties by entering through small hole found throughout your home. Mice leave their waste behind. If you find little black pellets in your home be sure to take caution. Clean up very thoroughly and be sure not to allow the waste to common in contact with your skin. Mice waste carry diseases.