Box Elder bugs are primarily a nuisance pest as they do not bite, sting, infest food, or cause property damage. Additionally, Box Elder bugs do not breed indoor. However, excessive numbers can be very intrusive and annoying, and when populations are large, their excrement can stain surfaces such as walls, furniture, and drapes. They can sometimes be found in and …
At Elevate Pest Control in Utah, our pest control services are more than just spraying. Our services are about listening, convenience, scheduling, responsiveness, accountability and knowledge. Elevate Pest Control’s highly trained pest control professionals know where the bugs and rodents are hiding, what their eating and breeding habits are, and how to get rid of them quickly and safely in …
Regardless of how fearsome an earwig looks, this little fellow really can’t hurt you. Sure, they’ll use those forceps they have. They’re called “caudal forceps” or cerci, (pinchers) for short, and they’re used for grasping food, defense, probing crevices, and folding and unfolding their wings. Earwigs might be an inch or longer, the larger ones are usually males. They go …
Cockroaches are among the most common insect pests in homes, schools, and businesses. They like to eat many of the same foods we do and are especially troublesome wherever food is prepared or served. They also may transfer disease-causing organisms. Fortunately, cockroaches can be controlled with a little knowledge about their biology and behavior, attention to sanitation, and effective use …
Bees and wasps are often beneficial to the environment. However, problems arise when they choose to build their nests too close to humans. Notorious for their propensity to sting when disturbed, some species can be quite aggressive. In cases like this, they should be removed. If you find a nest on your property, removing it safely and completely can be …
Rodents have been known to damage buildings, contaminate food and transmit diseases to people. The rodent family includes: rats, mice, gophers, voles, beavers and more. They’re also adaptable, capable of learning by trial and error. As a result, people who need to control them have always struggled to “build a better mouse-trap.” Rodent populations grow quickly and steadily. Rodent control is …
Despite the fact that spiders are beneficial to keeping many insects and pests at bay, home spider control may be necessary for a number of reasons. First, it will help you avoid webs from appearing in and around your home. Spider control will also help protect your family from spiders whose bites can be dangerous, such as the black widow and …
