Pests

What do ants look like?

Adult ants species come in a variety of shapes and sizes but each will be one of three different colony castes; queens, workers or males. Queens are fertile females that lay all the eggs in a colony. Workers are wingless females that gather food, feed larvae, maintain the nest, defend the colony, and do not reproduce. Male ants are winged and their only job is to mate with the queens during the swarming process.

How did I get Ants?

Poor sanitation is the primary cause of ant infestations. Leaving dirty dishes in the sink, food residue on countertops, crumbs on the floor and trash not frequently emptied provide food sources for meal-seeking ants. What starts with a few foragers entering a home can become a major problem if ants establish colonies in walls, lawns, or under home foundations.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals, they are state certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family and your time.

How Did I Get Spiders?

How Do They Get in the Home?

Loose screens and cracks under doors, windows, and other openings are all possible entryways for a spider. These pests may move indoors while searching for food, mates, warmth, or moisture. The presence of insects and other prey in homes is a common reason for spiders to come inside. Spiders are also accidentally introduced inside homes when they are unknowingly introduced to the home’s interior via infested items such as plants, firewood, clothing and other items stored in attics, basements or other storage areas.

How serious are spiders?

While most spiders pose little or no danger to people, some species can deliver venomous bites that may cause medical issues. In the U.S., the two most common venomous spiders are the brown recluse, distinguished by the violin-shaped marking on the top of its cephalothorax, the body part consisting the spider’s fused together head and thorax. The other important venomous spider is the black widow, notable for the red hourglass shape on the underside of its jet-black abdomen.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals, they are state certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family and your time.

Camel Crickets are large, humpbacked jumping crickets from ½” to 1-½” found in basements, garage, and other dark areas. They live up to three months but can survive over a winter if not treated. Different from traditional black crickets, they do not chirp. While they do not bite or present any potential health risks, they can be seen as unsightly and unwanted intruders inside and around your home. Our technicians will thoroughly inspect garage, crawlspace, and basement to determine the source of the infestation, and develop an efficient plan to get rid of these home invaders. Outdoor treatments can also prove successful for prevention especially in late summer or fall before the weather cools and they migrate indoors.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals, they are state certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family and your time.

Bed Bugs have recently been added to the EPA’s list of pests of significant public health importance. As such control is usually beyond the capabilities of non-professionals. This makes it vitally important to call at the first signs of a Bed Bug infestation. These signs may include but are not limited to red bite marks in a red wheel pattern, small blood spots on bed linens, casings found in seams and tufts of mattresses or other small hiding places in a home. A foul or unpleasant odor may be associated with a heavy infestation.

If a Bed Bug infestation is suspected your certified Total Home Pest Control technician will administer a thorough inspection throughout your entire home, in order to identify and determine target zones for treatment. A customer prep sheet will then be given along with a plan of attack, leading up to the treatment date. Bed Bugs are highly resistant to some pesticides, therefore the use of a variety of products including dusts, and sprays may be used. Using advanced steam and solution combos, we can safely and effectively remedy your infestation, and apply long-lasting residual treatment to aid in prevention. Bed Bug monitors and mattress encasements may also be recommended for the prevention of future infestations.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals, they are state certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family and your time.

Similar to termites, Carpenter Ant swarmers appear during the spring. As with Termites identification is crucial, as to the untrained eye it may be difficult to tell the difference between these 2 types of wood destroying insects. Call Total Home Pest Control at the first signs of swarmer activity and we will schedule a visit in order to determine the proper nature of your pest problem. Using the latest state of the art equipment and treatment methods, a certified pest control technician from Total Home will determine where your infestation is and recommend the best method for treating and protecting your home.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals, they are state certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family and your time.

If you own pets you are probably already familiar with fleas. They are common parasites that feed off of blood and their favorite hosts are usually our furry friends like cats and dogs. They can also end up on your property by hitching rides on rabbits, foxes, birds, rats, mice or any other long-haired animal. We use the latest flea treatments available to remove and control fleas in your home or business. The treatments vary, depending on the size of the infestation and other factors, but could include an application of treatments around the exterior of the building and foam spot treatment inside.

The size of the infestation and the type of fleas involved can determine the treatment method. A certified Total Home Pest Control technician will administer a thorough inspection throughout the entire home, in order to identify and determine target zones for treatment. Using advanced foaming techniques, we can safely and effectively remedy your infestation, and apply long-lasting residual treatment to aid in prevention.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals, they are state certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family and your time.

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In addition to termites, rodent problems can present significant property damage risks. Seeking food and shelter, rodents find ways into homes through small holes in basements or attics. Once inside they can be extremely destructive. With rodent control, inspection is key and will determine which control methods are best suited. We will identify which type of rodent has taken up residence in your home and also locate any entryways. Multiple options are considered when dealing with rodents including baiting, mechanical and physical controls.

Mechanical and physical controls kill a pest directly, block pests out, or make the environment unsuitable for it. Traps for rodents are examples of mechanical control. Physical controls include barriers such as screens to keep rodents out and prevent returning. One of our licensed technicians will inspect and recommend a plan of action that both suits your needs and will allow for safe and effective control of your rodent problem.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals, they are state certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family and your time.

Summertime is the prime wasp and hornet season and the time when you are most likely to find a nest on your property. By the time the nest matures and reaches a stage where you can see it easily, the number of wasps inside could be quite large, bringing about an increased risk of swarming. The best way to deal with a wasp’s nest on your property to is to avoid it and call in the professionals. We will start by doing an inspection to identify the source of your problem.

Some wasps will make a nest under eaves and places where it can’t be seen by the naked eye. Sometimes wasps and hornets make nests underground. Before a nest removal service can be performed we will need to first eliminate the nests’ inhabitants. We have a variety of treatments we can use to eliminate the wasps in their nest including dusts, aerosols and, liquids and our technician will determine which one will work best for your situation.

Ask about our Nest removal service!

Some species of wasps will re-use abandoned nests and create a second infestation. After efficiently controlling your pest infestation, we can safely and effectively remove free hanging nests. Our technicians will also make sure that you, your family and neighbors are aware of the removal and that everyone is safe before commencing with the nest removal.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals, they are state certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family and your time.

Stink bugs are small, but they carry a powerful defensive weapon. They get their name from the stink glands located just under their thorax (chest), between the first and second sets of legs. They can use this gland when threatened or it may burst when crushed. It releases a powerful, stinky, chemical substance that gives them their name. A stink bug infestation is usually spotted when you find live and dead bugs lying around the home. Also, if there is a very strong, pungent smell, similar to coriander, without an explanation, you might have a stink bug infestation. A professional pest control technician can provide an integrated pest management solution that involves a treatment around the perimeter of the home and advice on sealing up potential access points. Regular inspections to determine if a further infestation is occurring will be beneficial and further treatments may be in order.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals, they are state certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family and your time.

Statistically speaking, your property is far more likely to be damaged by termites than by fire. According to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), termites cost Americans more than $5 billion in damage annually. Just about every property in the U.S is at risk of termites.

As a home or business owner, you should be aware of the risk of termites pose to your property, especially because termite damage is not covered by most home insurance policies. Early detection of termites can help to minimize the cost of repairs needed to fix any damage caused.

How do I know if I have termites? Your first clue to a termite problem may be small flying insects – known as termite swarmers – flying near your windows and leaving behind their discarded wings. This phenomenon generally occurs in the spring-time.

However, termites are active all year round, and as termite swarmers look very similar to flying ants, correct identification is critical as part of our Total Home customized solution.

Unfortunately, by the time termite swarmers are found, it may already be too late. Termite infestations are not easy to spot and they can do incredible amounts of damage. The good news is we have several methods to help protect your building or structure against termites. These include termite baiting and monitoring, physical barriers, and soil treatments. Preventative measures can provide a “shield” for your home, and offer the best protection from termite attacks when paired with our Yearly Termite Warranty.

Using the latest state of the art equipment and treatment methods, we will determine where your infestation is and come up with the best method for treating and protecting your home from now and into the future with our available Yearly Termite Warranty.

Once you receive termite treatment from your Total Home termite control specialist we will start the process of making sure that the infestation is gone and stays gone. Our Termite Warranty is there to provide you with the assurance that there will be no return termite infestation. If we find more termites we will provide you with a solution.

But what about the general pests that return regularly at your home throughout the year?  For these situations, we recommend our Total Home Plus & Termite Control Plan.

Total Home Pest Control provides treatments for Spotted Lanternflies. Our lanternfly treatment is applied by a knowledgeable expert in a manner that minimizes the impact on non-target species such as honeybees, butterflies, squirrels, or birds.

The spotted lanternfly is a plant parasite and is known to cause economic and property damage unsurpassed by native pest species. They can be observed feeding on trees in large numbers and can greatly weaken a tree or plant causing slow growth, and in some circumstances, death of the tree or plant. Extensive damage by the spotted lanternfly can lead to the need to remove or replace trees and plants- a costly expense.

Total Home Pest Control technicians are skilled, experienced professionals. They are state-certified, licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise. They understand the habits of each species and use that knowledge when developing a control program for your home. They also have respect for you, your home, your family, and your time. Please contact us for more information about our spotted lanternfly service plans to see what is available in your area.