Pest Control Services

Spiders are not usually welcome guests. Other than being downright creepy, spiders create unsightly webs around the house.

Ants can be a pain to deal with. They are attracted to any food sources, making them an indoor pest in a wide variety of settings. Ants are also a lawn & garden problem due to their large nests and ability to reproduce at high rates.

Earwigs can be a big problem, as they feed on virtually any vegetation as well as common household food items. They hide in dark, cool areas of the home and can be found around trees, shrubs, and garden areas outdoors.

Despite their cute appearance, ladybugs can be a nuisance around the home. In the fall, ladybugs will gather into large groups and search for a place to shelter over the winter. This will sometimes cause unpleasant ordors and stains to appear in the home, as ladybugs excrete a foul smelling liquid when in defense.

Carpenter ants are easily recognizable household pests. Common in wooded areas, carpenter ants often come indoors in search of food. They can harm structures by creating nests in decaying wood or other materials.

Termites are often quiet, unseen, and dangerous pests. Look for shed wings and shelter tubing for evidence of their presence. These can often be seen in areas where wood is in contact with the earth (think old cellars, basements, etc.). They also enjoy areas which may offer warmth. These areas often include spaces beside chimneys and hot water fixtures. 

This pest category can include pests such as powderpost beetles and old house borer beetles, among others. These pests are known for laying their eggs in hardwood such as oak. As the larvae develop, they tunnel their way out of the wood leaving their destruction behind. This cycle can continue for generations and will eventually lead to irreversable damage.

Bagworms attack ornamental evergreens by feeding on the needles of the plant. The loss of foliage causes the tree to become weak. This will eventually cause the tree to die. Bagworms can also attack shrubs and deciduous trees, but this is less common.

This non-native pest causes widespread (and often quick) death in Hemlock species. These tiny insects feed on the base of the needles, causing them to die. On affected trees, you will notice that the bottom branches are first destroyed.

Tent caterpillars form large web-like nests in the crotches of trees. It is here that the larvae will live when they aren’t busy eating all the leaves from the tree. This pest often targets apple, cherry, and crabapple trees but will also attack other deciduous trees and shrubs.

Similar to tent caterpillars, webworms will form large web-like nests at the end of tree branches. This pest isn’t picky, as it feeds on a wide variety of deciduous trees including walnut, birch, cherry, and crabapple.

Mice are common pests in residential, commercial, and farm settings. They look for easy sources of food, water, and shelter and activity generally takes place at night. Mice can fit through openings 1/4″ wide and are excellent climbers. They carry a variety of diseases, which are mainly spread through coming in contact with their urine and feces. Mice are known to destroy property and sometimes pose fire hazards by chewing wires.

Fleas are commonly found on our pets, but they have been known to affect humans too. By sucking the blood of their victim, these tiny insects can wreak havoc.

Bed bugs are small, yet mighty. At only 1/4″ long, these critters can wreak havoc in a number of different settings. Although it is not possible for bed bugs to transmit diseases, their bites may cause pain or itching that can last 7 or more days. Bed bugs spread easily and can travel home with you on luggage or secondhand items. They can even travel from a neighbor’s home into your own home. Bed bugs typically remain close to bedroom areas, but if the infestation is large enough they might migrate to other areas of the home.

These are the most common variety of cockroaches found in Pennsylvania. They prefer warm, moist areas and are generally found in places where the environment is damp and food is abundant (think dumps, restaurant basements, food manufacturing facilities, etc.). Cockroaches are a hazard to health because of their ability to contaminate food and preparation surfaces.

Brown-banded cockroaches are named after the two distinct brown bands that fall across the body on adults and nymphs. This type of cockroach prefers warm, dry areas such as the inside of pantries, cabinets, and closets. Unlike other cockroach species, the brown-banded cockroach will consume materials that are not related to food.