CARPENTER ANTS are among the most prevalent pests. They can cause severe structural damage when they burrow through decaying wood to nest, a common behavior of carpenter ant.
SILVERFISH are mainly a nuisance pest, they can contaminate food and damage paper goods such as wall paper and books.
SKUNKS will destroy lawns by digging up the grass to get to insects and will nest under structures to breed.
OPPOSSUM will live under a porch or shed. Steal garbage and pet food. Harrass your pets, and even take up residence in an attic.
RACCOONS will live in attics or garages if they find one available. They will raid your garbage cans, bird feeders, fish ponds and even kitchen cabinets. A pet door is an open invitation!
BROWN RECLUSE SPIDERS bite in defense. They will bite humans when the clothing they are hiding in is worn. The brown recluse spider bite is painful and can produce an open, ulcerating sore.
TERMITES can seriously damage the structure of a house or building. It is important to have a termite inspection performed by a qualified termite control specialist.
BED BUGS like to hide in small cracks and crevices close to humans. They are elusive creatures, so it is imperative to seek professional pest control to address an infestation.
CLOTHES WEBBING MOTHS tend to hide when disturbed, and for this reason, infestations of clothes moths are not usually noticed until damaged fabrics, furs, or feathers are found.
POWDER POST BEETLE attack hardwoods and damage structures throughout the US. Homeowners usually see a very fine powdery dust coming from the wood in their homes.
BEES do not pose a public health threat unless a person is allergic. Carpenter Bees can damage wood through their nest building.
YELLOWJACKET WASPS pose significant health threats to humans as they may sting repeatedly and can cause allergic reactions.
COCKROACHES have been reported to spread at least 33 kinds of bacteria, six kinds of parasitic worms, and at least seven other kinds of human pathogens.