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Ant infestation is the most commonly reported pest problem in the country. These tiny scavengers will enter your home or business looking for moisture and an accessible food source. Ants feed on sugar, cheese, meats, vegetables, grease, peanut butter, and dead insects. They often enter a home through cracks around windows or doors, but they can find numerous entrances to your home or building.

 

Once inside, the growing ant colony can become a problem quickly, as ants mature from juveniles to adults within a matter of days. Identifying the type of ants that are invading your home or office is the first step.

Pest species of cockroaches adapt readily to a variety of environments but prefer the warm conditions found within homes and buildings. There are over 4,000 different varieties of cockroaches, but only about thirty of them can comfortably live with humans. This number can be further reduced to include only four main species that cause problems in homes and businesses in America.

Once cockroaches infest a home, they are rarely seen. Cockroaches are nocturnal and can live up to a month with little or no food. They can also survive by eating book bindings, furniture, glue, soap, dead insects, shoe linings, and more.

Contrary to popular belief, a cockroach infestation is not necessarily an indication of poor hygiene. Cockroaches are one of the most commonly noted household pests. They feed on human and pet food and can leave an offensive odor. They can also passively transport microbes on their body surfaces, including those that are potentially dangerous to humans.

Cockroaches have been shown to be linked with allergic reactions in humans. One of the proteins that triggers allergic reactions has been identified as tropomyosin. These allergens have also been found to be linked with asthma.

Mice and rats become a problem when they find their way into your home. A rodent in your home can spread diseases to your house pets and ruin your insulation. If rodents have invaded your business, you can be legally liable for damaged stock, contaminated foods, and/or health code violations.

Rodents can carry up to thirty-five diseases that humans are susceptible to, which is another reason to eliminate them as soon as possible. After elimination, the cleanup process is very important. This is necessary because of the possibility of fleas or mosquitoes, which may transmit their own diseases to you, your children, and pets. There is also a risk involved if you inadvertently stir up the dust of their nests; it can be hazardous to breathe in the bacteria contained within.

Rodents can also do physical damage to your home or business. They have incisor teeth that continue to grow, so they must continually gnaw in order to keep them serviceable. They can easily chew through some types of siding and other building materials. They are also known to chew on electrical lines, thereby increasing the possibility of fire.

Many homeowners are unaware of the damage caused by termites until they either see outward visual damage to their homes or notice insect wings by windows and doorways. Homeowners should be particularly aware that termites are active year round and become more visible during the months of March through June.

 

Because termites cause $5 billion in property damage every year, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) urges homeowners to take action. Termite damage is typically not covered by homeowners' insurance and can quickly add up to a hefty expense to repair structural damage.

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Termites can cause significant damage to your property if left unchecked. Early detection is crucial to prevent costly repairs. Here are some common signs that you may have a termite infestation:

 

Mud Tubes

• Termites build mud tubes to travel between their nest and food sources. These pencil-sized tubes are usually found on foundation walls, in crawl spaces, or along wooden beams.

Wood Damage

• Termites eat wood from the inside out, leaving a thin veneer of wood or paint intact. Look for hollow-sounding wood, blistered wood, or dark areas and blisters in wooden flooring.

Discarded Wings

• After swarming, termites shed their wings. You might find piles of wings near windowsills, doors, or other entry points.

Sagging Floors or Ceilings

• Severe termite damage can cause floors or ceilings to sag. This is a sign of extensive damage and requires immediate attention.

A bee, wasp, or hornet problem in your home, yard, or business can be dangerous. If someone has an allergy and is stung, the reaction might be severe and even life-threatening. A bad reaction can occur even if the allergy had previously been non-existent or mild. After repeated exposure to stings, the allergy can worsen. If you have a bee, wasp, or hornet problem, we can help.

 

Exterminating bees or wasps on your own can be difficult, dangerous, and time-consuming. Chemical sprays purchased at your local home improvement store that are not applied correctly are ineffective. The most challenging nests to control are those located deep inside the walls of a home or in the attic. Often, someone without the proper experience will not be able to determine where the nests are located. In this case, you will only be able to see where the wasps are flying back and forth through a crack or hole in the home. If there are bees, wasps, or hornets anywhere in your home or business, extreme caution is advised.

Spiders are generally good to have around, as they help minimize the population of harmful insects. The problem arises, however, when they negatively affect humans. Merely seeing a spider for some people is a traumatic experience. Aside from that, many spiders do bite humans and are poisonous. 

Several spiders pose a serious threat to humans. The two deadliest to humans in the United States are the Black Widow and the Brown Recluse. People die each year from the bite of either of these two spiders so it is extremely important for any person who is bitten to seek treatment immediately. In some cases, hospitalization may be necessary.