Pest Guide

Common Household Pests

Ants

Common household invaders that can contaminate food and damage structures.

Common Types:
  • Carpenter Ants
  • Fire Ants
  • Sugar Ants

Cockroaches

Resilient pests that can spread disease and trigger allergies.

Common Types:
  • German Cockroach
  • American Cockroach
  • Oriental Cockroach

Rodents

Mice and rats can cause structural damage and spread diseases.

Common Signs:
  • Droppings
  • Gnaw Marks
  • Unusual Noises

Termites

Wood-destroying insects that can cause severe structural damage.

Common Types:
  • Subterranean Termite
  • Drywood Termite
  • Dampwood Termite

Bed Bugs

Parasitic insects that feed on blood and can cause itchy bites.

Common Signs:
  • Itchy Bites
  • Bloodstains
  • Nests

Spiders

While most are harmless, some species like black widows and brown recluses can be dangerous.

Common Types:
  • Black Widow
  • Brown Recluse

Mosquitoes

Blood-feeding insects that can transmit diseases.

Common Signs:
  • Bites
  • Itchy Skin
  • Swollen Lymph Nodes

Wasps & Hornets

Aggressive stinging insects that build nests around homes.

Common Types:
  • Yellow Jackets
  • Paper Wasps
  • Hornets

Fleas

Parasites that commonly infest pets and can spread to humans.

Common Signs:
  • Itchy Bites
  • Hair Loss
  • Allergic Reactions

Prevention Tips

Seal Entry Points

Block potential pest entry points around your property.

Proper Sanitation

Maintain cleanliness to prevent pest infestations.

Moisture Control

Reduce moisture that attracts certain pests.

Regular Inspection

Monitor for early signs of pest activity.

Pest Guide | Pest InMyArea

Pest Guide

Common Household Pests

Ants

Common household invaders that can contaminate food and damage structures.

Common Types:
  • Carpenter Ants
  • Fire Ants
  • Sugar Ants

Cockroaches

Resilient pests that can spread disease and trigger allergies.

Common Types:
  • German Cockroach
  • American Cockroach
  • Oriental Cockroach

Rodents

Mice and rats can cause structural damage and spread diseases.

Common Signs:
  • Droppings
  • Gnaw Marks
  • Unusual Noises

Termites

Wood-destroying insects that can cause severe structural damage.

Common Types:
  • Subterranean Termite
  • Drywood Termite
  • Dampwood Termite

Bed Bugs

Parasitic insects that feed on blood and can cause itchy bites.

Common Signs:
  • Itchy Bites
  • Bloodstains
  • Nests

Spiders

While most are harmless, some species like black widows and brown recluses can be dangerous.

Common Types:
  • Black Widow
  • Brown Recluse

Mosquitoes

Blood-feeding insects that can transmit diseases.

Common Signs:
  • Bites
  • Itchy Skin
  • Swollen Lymph Nodes

Wasps & Hornets

Aggressive stinging insects that build nests around homes.

Common Types:
  • Yellow Jackets
  • Paper Wasps
  • Hornets

Fleas

Parasites that commonly infest pets and can spread to humans.

Common Signs:
  • Itchy Bites
  • Hair Loss
  • Allergic Reactions

Prevention Tips

Seal Entry Points

Block potential pest entry points around your property.

Proper Sanitation

Maintain cleanliness to prevent pest infestations.

Moisture Control

Reduce moisture that attracts certain pests.

Regular Inspection

Monitor for early signs of pest activity.

Pest Guide | Pest InMyArea

Pest Guide

Common Household Pests

Ant Control

Ants

Common household invaders that can contaminate food and damage structures. Various species include carpenter ants, fire ants, and sugar ants.

Cockroach Control

Cockroaches

Resilient pests that can spread disease and trigger allergies. Common types include German, American, and Oriental cockroaches.

Rodent Control

Rodents

Mice and rats can cause structural damage, contaminate food, and spread diseases through their droppings and urine.

Termite Control

Termites

Wood-destroying insects that can cause severe structural damage. Common types include subterranean, drywood, and dampwood termites.

Bed Bug Control

Bed Bugs

Parasitic insects that feed on blood and can cause itchy bites. They're difficult to eliminate and can spread quickly through homes.

Spider Control

Spiders

While most are harmless, some species like black widows and brown recluses can be dangerous. They often indicate other pest problems.

Mosquito Control

Mosquitoes

Blood-feeding insects that can transmit diseases. They breed in standing water and are most active during dawn and dusk.

Wasp Control

Wasps & Hornets

Aggressive stinging insects that build nests around homes. Include yellow jackets, paper wasps, and hornets.

Flea Control

Fleas

Parasites that commonly infest pets and can spread to humans. They cause itchy bites and can be difficult to eliminate.

Prevention Tips

Seal Entry Points

Block potential pest entry points around your property.

Proper Sanitation

Maintain cleanliness to prevent pest infestations.

Moisture Control

Reduce moisture that attracts certain pests.

Regular Inspection

Monitor for early signs of pest activity.