Goodyear, AZ Pest Control

Why Do I Have A Cricket Problem In My Goodyear Home?

Though crickets may have friendly connotations and are even considered a delicacy in some countries, they are a complete nuisance once they decide to congregate on your Goodyear property. Here are some of the reasons why you might have them present in your home:

• They got loose. If you’ve ever brought home crickets for a pet’s snack and even a few managed to escape, an infestation could very easily create itself.
• You need to mow the lawn. Things like tall grass, leaf piles, and even a small stack of rocks are enough to lure crickets. All of these spots are ideal homes for crickets.
• There’s a moisture issue. Crickets do prefer to live outdoors, but when it gets warm out, they may make their way inside looking for a source of moisture.
• You have outdoor lighting. These pests are attracted to heavy outdoor lighting, and once they’ve gotten close enough to your home, all it takes is one crack to let them in.

Though they might seem harmless, crickets will destroy your personal belongings inside your home if you let them. For more information on preventing crickets or for total protection against them, contact Quell Pest Control today

Answering Goodyear Homeowner's Most Common Earwig Questions

Earwigs are a peculiar pest that not many people know much about, though they are relatively common in the Goodyear area. Here are a few FAQs that will help keep you safe:

• What do earwigs look like? They’re an odd-looking, relatively small pest, measuring about the length of a fingernail. Complete with a set of forceps that come from their abdomen, the earwig is brown in coloring and also has a set of antennae.
• Will earwigs actually crawl into my ear? While this is commonly spread information, no, earwigs do not crawl inside your ears, it’s an old wives tale.
• Why do I have earwigs? These pests look for places that are cool, dark, and moist to live and hunt for their prey. This makes spots like inside bedding, furniture, laundry, and pantries ideal for them.
• Do they bite? Sometimes. Earwigs usually only bite when catching their prey, but sometimes they bite humans. On the off chance that you do get bitten by an earwig, the result is usually a very minor one that shouldn’t prove too uncomfortable.
• How do I get rid of them? Because earwigs are attracted to other pests and moisture issues, getting rid of them can actually prove quite difficult. That’s why the best thing you can do in the face of earwigs is to contact a professional exterminator who can not only get rid of them but address fundamental issues on your property.

While this pest doesn't pose a significant health risk to humans, it can be destructive. For more information on preventing earwigs and to protect your Goodyear home from them, contact Quell Pest Control today.

Mosquitoes & Dangerous Disease: What Goodyear Residents Ought To Know

Have you ever tried to enjoy an outdoor gathering only to be bitten up by pesky mosquitoes? With their season-spanning approximately half of the year, you’re likely to encounter them in Goodyear. And while you might think that mosquitoes hanging around your Goodyear yard are just a nuisance, they’re actually far more dangerous. According to the World Health Organization, mosquitoes are responsible for more than one million deaths each year because of the dangerous diseases and viruses that they spread. Their bites lead to Zika virus, malaria, yellow fever, and West Nile virus, to name a few. Mosquitoes spread these pathogens during a bite because that’s when the saliva is injected, which isn’t something that happens when, say, a fly bites you.

Additionally, mosquito bites may lead to allergic reactions and secondary infections from scratching in some cases. While DIY techniques like wearing unscented hygiene products and planting citronella are available, the safest way to protect yourself and your property from mosquitoes is with professional assistance from Quell Pest Control. Contact us today for more information.