What Cockroaches Look Like Phoenix is home to different types of cockroaches. First, you have the notorious German cockroaches. This species is light brown with two dark stripes running down its back. It has wings but rarely flies. American cockroaches are reddish in color with a yellow figure-eight pattern behind the head. They can reach up to an inch and a half in length and can fly, though they prefer running. Finally, you have oriental cockroaches. This shiny black species is about an inch long with underdeveloped wings. All three species have a flat body and long antennae. They are noctur ..read more

Identify Potential Nesting Sites: Where Bees Like To Build Generally, most types of bees will seek spots that provide safety and protection from the elements and are close to food sources. Natural cavities like hollow trees or abandoned animal burrows are prime choices for them. Still, they can also take over artificial structures like your attic and wall voids, as they tend to be secluded and insulated. Some, like bumble bees, prefer nesting underground. Learning which habitats bees prefer benefits beekeepers, who must provide their colonies with artificial hive boxes that mimic natural cavit ..read more

Pests That Most Often Invade Sun City West Homes Pests can be a relentless issue for Sun City West homes, and understanding the types of pests that commonly invade is essential for effective pest control. Here are some of the most prevalent types of pests you might encounter: Ants: Whether it is tiny sugar ants or larger carpenter ants, these pests can invade your kitchen looking for food. Roaches: These resilient pests thrive in warm climates and can quickly infest your home. Spiders: While most are harmless, some spider species can be a cause for concern, especially if they're venomous. Sco ..read more

Understanding What Type Of Spider You're Dealing With Knowing the types of spiders you may come across is essential for both safety and implementing a proper control strategy. The black widow spider is a notable arachnid to be cautious of in Phoenix. Recognizable by their shiny black bodies and distinctive red hourglass markings, black widows are highly venomous and can pose a threat to humans. Apart from the black widow, Phoenix is home to various other spider species, including desert recluse spiders, orb-weavers, and wolf spiders. Each species has unique characteristics and habits, but few ..read more

Wasp Identification Tips: Key Markers To Help You Identify Wasps Wasp identification is a critical skill for effectively managing these insects, especially in environments where they are prevalent. Wasps have slender bodies, narrow waists, and a distinct shiny appearance. Unlike bees, wasps have less hair and brighter coloration, ranging from yellow to brown. Their wings are also notable, typically longer than their bodies and folded at rest. By observing these physical traits and behaviors, such as their flight patterns and nesting habits, you can accurately identify wasps and apply appropria ..read more

Recognizing Early Signs Of A Pest Presence Pests in Chandler aren’t just incredibly active – they’re also incredibly sneaky about infesting your home. This means you need to keep an eye out for the signs of their presence, especially universal symptoms of pest infestations. Some of the universal signs of pest activity to be aware of include: Sounds in walls Droppings on floors Spider webs Contaminated food Gnaw marks Oily streaks Nesting activity Exoskeletons Strong odors If you think or know these signs are present in your home, you should prepare yourself to seek out residential pest contr ..read more

How Ants Find Their Way Into Our Homes Ant control is so difficult because of the way ants communicate and scavenge for food. Ants are social insects with an incredibly keen sense of smell. When one worker ant sniffs out food on your property — say, a dirty pet bowl — it will send pheromone signals to all the other ants in her colony to tell them where to come.  The ants follow these signals and leave scent trails of their own. This is why you often find lines of ants crawling around your property. It’s also why it can be tougher to keep ants out of your home than it is to keep out other ..read more

How to Identify A Cockroach Cockroaches can be some of the hardest pests to identify because of their sneaky ways. Cockroaches are nocturnal by nature, meaning they are most active when people are asleep. Aside from this, they are very good at sensing the vibrations of your footsteps and scurrying out of the way before you enter the room. The fact that you may never see a live cockroach, even if you have a significant infestation, can make cockroach identification incredibly difficult. Fortunately, you don't need to see a live cockroach to determine you have a cockroach infestation. You can lo ..read more

The Many Pests That Can Plague Gilbert Homes Gilbert, Arizona, has hot and dry summers and mild and cool winters; this is the perfect climate for many types of animals. However, if temperatures become too hot, food and water can become scarce for some native animals. They will then try to come into your home to find food, water, and safe shelter. Some of the most common pests that our local pest control technicians find around Gilbert properties include: Termites: These social insects live in large colonies and can have over a million termites in one nest. They eat cellulose, which is in many ..read more

How Can I Be Sure It's Roaches In My Home? How can you be completely and totally sure that the insects in your house are actually cockroaches? Well, what does a cockroach look like?  There are different species of cockroaches, but they share a lot of common traits. For example, cockroaches have an oval shape and will almost always be brown, black, or reddish-brown. If your pests have iridescent blue-green coloring, they’re not cockroaches.  Other than that, they have a set of wings ( though they rarely use them ), long antennae, and a strangely glossy appearance that makes them look ..read more