What Do Pest Control Services See Most Often?
If you take pride in living in a clean and comfortable home, the last thing you want to see is unwelcome vermin. However, many homeowners deal with pest infestation each year. Whether they have eight legs or furry tails, pests can be the bane of any homeowner's existence and can cause property destruction and financial loss. Professional pest control services see the following vermin most often.
Ants
According to Onedesk, 50% of Americans deal with an ant issue each year. They work together to supply food and water to their colonies. If you've ever seen a tiny ant in action, you may be amazed by how much they can carry. They could carry several times their body weight and are eager for you to leave the tiniest crumb behind. Ants can be annoying as they can quickly swarm around your kitchen or any place where there's food, but at least they're not known for carrying disease, unlike other vermin.
Cockroaches
Cockroaches, on the other hand, are known for carrying diseases. When cockroaches invade your home, they're also looking for the nearest food or water source. Any food infested by cockroaches should be thrown out immediately. These insects can multiply quickly, and your home may have a very noticeable musty odor during an infestation.
Rodents
Like their fellow disease-spreading cockroaches, rodents are also nocturnal vermin. It's rare to only have one mouse or rat in your home as they can multiply quickly due to their short gestation period. Their poop and urine are highly toxic, so throw out any food or personal items that have been contaminated. Rodents are destructive due to their sharp teeth that can cut through electrical wire or drywall.
Bed Bugs
Bed bugs may not spread disease to humans, but they can spread anxiety and cause sleepless nights. After all, what person would feel comfortable sleeping knowing they will be inundated with tiny bugs draining blood from them? Signs of bedbug infection can include clear casings they leave behind when they shed their skin or when eggs hatch. Bedbugs can infest your linen, mattresses, and underneath carpets.
Dealing with pests can bring mental anxiety, food contamination, and other financial losses. So, if you see signs of bed bugs, rodents, or roaches, don't hesitate to call All American Termite and Pest Control. With over 20 years of experience, we'll take care of the issue. Contact our team today for an immediate appointment.