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It’s almost time to usher in the fall weather. But with cooler temperatures come household pests that can be difficult to deal with as a homeowner. Thankfully, AAA Termite & Pest Control provide year-round pest control treatments so that no matter the season, you’ll experience a reduced number of insects and spiders inside your home. But if you don’t already receive routine pest control, here are three of the most common household pests you should be on the lookout for so that you know when to call the pest experts in Cordova at AAA Termite & Pest Control.
Marmorated Stink Bug
Oh, the infamous brown marmorated stink bug. This is one of the most common bugs that you may spot inside your home this fall. This invasive bug is known to destroy fruit and vegetable crops, and ruin plants inside or outside your home. It originated in Asia and is thought to have been accidentally introduced to the United States in the mid-1990s. They are now found widespread throughout 38 states, including the District of Columbia. These bugs do not bite or harm people or pets, and they aren’t known to cause damage to homes or other structures. But most homeowners don’t like bugs of any kind inside their homes. The worst offence of these stink bugs is that they release an unpleasant odor when disturbed or smashed. So, you never want to provoke a stink bug or kill it while it’s inside your home. Instead, the best way to deal with these insects is to prevent them from entering your home in the first place. But if you need to remove one, try scooping it with a piece of paper or cardboard paper roll (like from the end of a toilet paper or paper towel roll) and release it outside.
Spiders
Spiders are active year-round, but we tend to see them indoors more often during the winter as they attempt to hunt for food (smaller bugs) and stay out of the winter elements. Common household spiders to find during the fall are the brown recluse, which can cause severe reactions if bitten, and wolf spiders, which are generally harmless for most people and pets. However, if you ask most homeowners, they don’t want any spiders in their home whether they are poisonous or not! Spiders tend to hang out in corners, boxes, under or behind furniture, or in other undisturbed areas. Keeping your home free of clutter and cleaning it often helps reduce the occurrence of spiders in your home. While most spiders are harmless to humans, they can still bite and leave an irritating, itchy bump on your skin. Quarterly pest control treatments can also help keep spiders at bay so that you won’t see as many inside your home.
Asian Lady Bugs
Asian Lady Bugs resemble lady bugs, but they aren’t the same bug. While they look similar, one is invasive while the other (the ladybug) is not. As the name alludes to, the Asian ladybug originated in Asian and is now found in many parts of the United States. Asian lady bugs have “M” shaped dots on their backs, invade homes, and emit a smelly odor. However, ladybugs’ spots are more rounded, they prefer the outdoors and are good for the environment. Asian lady bugs can be a nuisance for homeowners, although AAA Termite & Pest Control can help control these bugs so that they do not infiltrate your home.
Pest Control in Cordova and Memphis, Tennessee
As a homeowner, you don’t have to let pests overrun your house. Also, you can save yourself time and money by skipping the store-bought pest control treatments that provide only dismal results at best. Instead, call pest experts near you in Cordova at AAA Termite & Pest Control at (901) 737-7378 or contact us online.