Occasional Invaders Identification & Prevention
What are occasional invaders?
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Of the many occasional invaders in Texas, the following are the most common:
- Earwigs: Between ¼ to 1-inch long with a flat body, pincers, and dark brown color
- Silverfish: About ¾ of an inch long with a tear-drop shaped body and metallic scales
- Crickets: About 1-inch long with large hind legs and varying in color depending on the species
- Millipedes: Two pairs of legs per body segment with a round, worm-like body and a gray or dark gray color
- Centipedes: One pair of legs per body segment with a flat body and a variation of brown coloring
Are occasional invaders dangerous?
Pests are dangerous when they spread diseases or pose other significant health concerns. Although most occasional invaders are considered nuisance pests, they can cause problems including:
- Centipedes can deliver a painful bite.
- Millipedes can cause skin irritation and discoloring when touched.
- Crickets can bite and cause a rash.
These pests can also cause some damage to furniture and personal belongings when looking for food.
Why do I have an occasional invader problem?
Unlike the more common pests in Granbury, TX like rodents, spiders, wildlife, and ants, occasional invaders are not looking for food sources when they infest. Instead, these pests are looking to escape the cold weather for the winter. So if there are entry points, occasional invaders will find their way inside.
Where will I find occasional invaders?
You usually find occasional invaders in storage areas, garages, kitchens, basements, and bathrooms once they've infiltrated your home because they look for dark, moist, and warm places.
How do I get rid of occasional invaders?
Occasional invaders can be challenging to get rid of, so professional assistance is the best choice. At Wise/Chem Safe Pest Control, our service technicians are knowledgeable in dealing with pests such as the occasional invaders listed above. Our residential pest control services are available bimonthly to provide you with a pest-free home.
Find out about our home pest control and commercial pest control options by contacting us at Wise/Chem Safe Pest Control.
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How Do I Prevent Occasional Invaders in the Future?
To prevent occasional invaders from making their way into your Granbury, TX home when the weather cools, you should first make your yard less attractive to them. You can do this by regularly mowing the lawn, trimming foliage, and removing debris. Removing debris from your yard will also help eliminate moisture outside. To reduce moisture inside, ensure proper ventilation and no leaking pipes or faucets. You can also use dehumidifiers in areas where necessary.
Trusted Solutions For All Of Your Occasional Invaders Problems
As occasional invaders look for a place to overwinter, you can keep them out by repairing any potential entry points into your home. Cracks in the foundation are the most common way insects get inside, but they can also use holes in screens, gaps around windows and doors, and uncovered vents.
With our ongoing residential pest control services, you can keep occasional invaders out of your house! Call Wise/Chem Safe Pest Control to get started.
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