Pest Details
Summary
Mayflies are aquatic insects that spend most of their lives as nymphs in water. Adults are short-lived and often found near water sources.
Interior
Rarely found inside homes; may occasionally enter through open windows or doors.
Exterior
Near ponds, lakes, rivers, streams, in gardens, around outdoor lights.
Common Signs Of Infestation
- Presence of adult mayflies around water sources.
- Large swarms of mayflies near outdoor lights.
- Shedding of exoskeletons near water sources.
Services Needs
Mayfly control is typically not required as they are harmless and short-lived. No special pest control services are needed.
Preparation For Service
Reduce outdoor lighting during mayfly swarming periods.
Use screens on windows and doors to prevent entry.
Inform the pest control professional if there are any specific concerns
Pest Details
Summary
Common around garbage and decaying organic matter.
Interior
Kitchens, food preparation areas, and near waste bins.
Exterior
Near garbage bins, compost piles, and animal waste.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult flies, larvae (maggots), and fly specks (droppings).
Services Needs
House Fly treatments are a specialty service.
Preparation For Service
Keep garbage bins covered, clean up food spills, and remove decaying organic matter.
Pest Details
Summary
Spotted lantern flies feed on the sap of trees and plants, causing significant damage. They are invasive and spread quickly.
Preparation For Service
Remove any visible egg masses from trees and surfaces.
Use sticky bands on trees to trap nymphs.
Inform the pest control professional of any specific areas where lantern flies have been seen.
Pest Details
Summary
Found near standing water or moist, decaying organic matter.
Interior
Bathrooms, kitchens, and drains.
Exterior
Near drains, sewers, and septic tanks.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult flies near drains, larvae in drain pipes, and slow-moving drains.
Services Needs
General pest control program; may require specific treatments for drains.
Preparation For Service
Clean drains, eliminate standing water, and reduce moisture in infested areas.
Pest Details
Summary
Attracted to decaying meat and organic waste.
Interior
Kitchens, near waste bins, and areas with decaying organic matter.
Exterior
Near garbage bins, carcasses, and animal waste.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult flies, larvae (maggots), and fly specks.
Services Needs
Service generally not needed, they do not survive indoors unless a dead animal needs to be removed
Preparation For Service
Keep garbage bins covered, clean up food spills, and remove decaying organic matter.
Pest Details
Summary
Mosquitoes are flying insects known for biting and feeding on the blood of humans and animals. They are vectors for various diseases, such as malaria, dengue, and Zika.
Interior
May enter homes through open windows and doors, typically staying near sources of standing water or in cool, shaded areas.
Exterior
Common around standing water sources like ponds, puddles, marshes, old tires and containers. They can also be found in tall grass and wooded areas.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult mosquitoes, itchy bites, larvae (wrigglers) in standing water.
Services Needs
Specialized mosquito control treatments, including source reduction and fogging will help drastically reduce a mosquito population.
Preparation For Service
Remove standing water from containers, clean gutters, and use window and door screens to prevent entry. Consider using insect repellents and mosquito nets.
Pest Details
Summary
Attracted to ripened or fermenting fruits and vegetables.
Interior
Kitchens, food storage areas, and near ripening fruit.
Exterior
Near fruit trees, vegetable gardens, and compost piles.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult flies, larvae in fermenting fruits, and small fly specks.
Services Needs
General pest control program.
Preparation For Service
Remove overripe fruits, clean up spills, and store produce in sealed containers.
Pest Details
Summary
Snake flies are predatory insects found in wooded areas. Their larvae feed on other insect larvae and are beneficial in controlling pest populations.
Interior
Rarely found indoors; typically stay outside.
Exterior
Under tree bark, in leaf litter, around woodpiles, in gardens.
Common Signs Of Infestation
- Presence of adult flies around wooded areas.
- Larvae under tree bark or in leaf litter.
Services Needs
Snake fly treatment is typically not required as they are beneficial insects. No specialty service needed.
Preparation For Service
No preparation needed due to their beneficial nature.
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