What Am I Dealing With?
Though pest signs, behaviors and solutions vary greatly, we’ve compiled a few resources below to help you discern what you’re dealing with. Need more guidance? Call us at 800-332-BUGS (2847) to request a free pest inspection!
TERMITES
Signs include:
Mud tunnels, discarded wings, droppings that look like multicolored coffee grounds
DIY prevention includes:
- Store firewood away from your home.
- Check logs for signs of termites.
- Keep mulch, wet leaves or decaying wood from touching your house.
- Check for leaky pipes or moisture.
- Check fences for evidence of wood damage.
Helpful links:
Subterranean termites
Drywood termites
Videos:
Termites Playlist
RODENTS
Signs include:
Droppings, gnaw marks, waxy rub marks, noises at night, scratching, bad odors, restless pets
DIY prevention includes:
- Seal cracks. Rodents can fit into holes as small as a quarter.
- Don’t keep pet food in bowls in the backyard. Feed them indoors instead.
- Don’t overlook kitchen crumbs! Easy-to-forget places include under the toaster oven and the base of the fridge.
- De-clutter and store important items in sealed plastic tubs.
Helpful links:
Rats
Mice
Videos:
Rats & Rodents Playlist
OTHERS
Signs include:
Spotting bugs in your home or having bugs invade your cookouts or backyard fun!
DIY prevention includes:
- Vacuum frequently and reduce clutter on floors.
- Seal food sources.
- Keep garbage cans closed.
- Seal cracks and crevices (like gaps between baseboard and walls).
- Inspect used furniture before bringing it into your home.
- When staying at a hotel, never place luggage, bags or clothes on the floor or bed.
- Check for leaky spigots in the yard.
Helpful links:
Bug finder
Videos:
Bed Bugs and Fleas
Bees and Wasps
Spiders
Ants