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Below is information on various pests encountered in our area. If you suspect a problem, call Trademark Pest Solutions at 770-614-6534 or complete our information form to inquire with a specialist right now.
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CARPENTER ANTS
Carpenter ants get their name because they excavate wood in order to build their nests. Their excavation results in smooth tunnels inside the wood. Carpenter ants range in size from one-quarter inch for a worker ant to up to three-quarters inch for a queen. |
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CARPENTER BEES
Carpenter bees look like typical bumblebees but often lack yellow stripes. They are solitary bees. Unlike bumblebees, carpenter bees are solitary insects. Female carpenter bees will chew a tunnel into a piece of wood to build a nest gallery. The bits of wood she chews and deposits outside the nest are called frass. The male carpenter bee guards the outside of the nest. He does not have a stinger, but his constant buzzing causes concern for some. |
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MOSQUITOES
One of the best-known summer pests, mosquito's breed in stagnant water or soft soil and can develop from egg to adult in 10 to 14 days. Female mosquitoes suck our blood. Male mosquitoes feed on plant nectars. They can develop from egg to adult in 10 to 14 days. They are most active from dusk to dawn and will fly up to 14 miles for a blood meal. Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water sources such as storm drains, old tires, children's wading pools and birdbaths. |
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HOUSE MOUSE
The house mouse is the most common rodent pest in most parts of the world. It can breed rapidly and adapt quickly to changing conditions. Micro droplets of mouse urine can cause allergies in children. Mice can also bring fleas, mites, ticks and lice into your home. |
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FLEA
Fleas are parasites that feed on the blood of any warm-blooded body. The most common species is the cat flea, which often feasts on cats, dogs and humans. Fleas are the most common transmitter of the rare Bubonic Plague. They also transmit the bacterial disease murine typhus to humans through infected rats. Their saliva can cause serious Flea Allergy Dermatitis in pets, and their debris has been reported to cause similar allergic reactions in humans. Fleas can also transfer tapeworms and cause anemia in pets. Fleabites commonly cause painful, itchy red bumps. |
To schedule a FREE INSPECTION to determine the best pest control and elimination method, please call Trademark Pest Solutions at 770-614-6534 or click here. |
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