Although there are so many pests in Utah, here are the 5 most common pests that you might find in your homes:
Spiders
Some of the most common spiders found in southern Utah are the black widow spider, brown recluse, the large orb spider, woodlouse, and the jumping spider. These spiders are not easy to control and can be dangerous, especially the black widow spider and the brown recluse.
Ants
Ants are one of the most relentless pests found in Utah. Different types of ants can be found going in and out of homes in search of food. Three of the most common ants found in the area are carpenter ants, pavement ants, and fireants. Although ants are not exactly dangerous, but some species can sting and they can easily take over your pantry. Getting rid of them will be difficult since they will continually come back until you find the right solution.
Bees
The Africanized honey bee in particular is a defensive and aggressive hybrid of a common European honey bee, and an African bee that was transported into Brazil. Now, this particular bee has been found in Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, and Utah. Although attacks of the Africanized honey bees are not common, but, we may still expect an increase of attacks especially in populated areas.
Cockroaches
Cockroaches are one of the most difficult pests to eradicate in Utah because they can easily hide and they can easily breed. There are four main roaches that are common in Utah, and they are: The German cockroach, the American cockroach, Oriental cockroach, and the brownbanded cockroach. It is necessary to properly identify the cockroach that is infesting a home or a structure before developing an Integrated Pest Management plan. This way, it will be easier for homeowners to get rid of the pest.
Termites
Termites take advantage of the summer months to go into homes and create their mud tube tunnels. Southern Utah is no strangers to finding subterranean and drywood termites in their homes. The southern half of Utah is even listed to having moderate to heavy presence of termites, which means that the possibility of having an infestation is possible than in other places.
What You Can Do to Get Rid of Pests
In the state of Utah, pests are just one of the most common struggles most homeowners have to deal with. But, just like other states, it is necessary to always have an effective prevention and control program. Dealing with different pests regardless of the season will require homeowners dedication in safeguarding their homes from unwanted pests.
Do you want to get rid of pests in your home in Southern Utah? Call Preventive Pest Control or go to Sandy Pest Control or St. George Pest Control.