Pest Control Services in The Bay Area

Ants

Argentine Ants and Odorous House Ants are one of the most common pest issues in and around the Bay Area. In normal circumstances, a colony may send out a series of “scout” ants to locate a food or water source. These “scout” ants will then leave a pheromone trail back to the main colony so other ants can find their newly found resources. When the rest of the colony follows the pheromone trail to the food or water source, they create the ant trails that are commonly known to homeowners. Keeping a thoroughly clean home, free of food debris and other commonly sought out materials preferred by a colony can prevent future infestations. Most ant infestations can be controlled with a recurring pest control service which will offer your home an invisible barrier against the outside world. Contact MighytMite Termite Services today to set up your free home inspection to keep these invasive pests away from you and your family.

Spiders

While many species of spiders are harmless, most property owners should try to minimize the risk of contact with these nuisance pests. There are many misnomers regarding spiders, and how harmful they can be if bitten. Of course, a certain level of precaution is necessary when dealing with such creepy crawlies. Spiders in general are excellent hunters and can help with regulating the other insect levels in and around your home, however, there are times when you should look to maintain control of a spider population. MightyMite Termite Services’ year-round pest control program will rid your home of these unwanted 8-legged pests through a series of regularly scheduled services. Included in our year-round services, is a dewebbing of the exterior of your home to discourage future infestation and to help with the aesthetics of your home along the way. Let our team of highly trained professionals not only eliminate your active infestation, but help you prevent future issues. Contact MightyMite Termite Services today to schedule your free home pest assessment.

Fleas

Springtime in the Bay Area brings warm weather, outdoor activities, chirping birds, and jumping fleas. That’s right. Fleas are very common in and around the bay area in the spring and summer time. And a common misconception is that if you don’t own pets, you can’t get fleas. More times than not, fleas will accumulate at the top of long grasses, shrubs, or tree branches and wait for an unsuspecting host to walk by and they will jump on to catch a ride to their next home. As we become more active outdoors, the flea infestations start to spread through the bay area like a wildfire. By the time most homeowners show signs of being bitten, the fleas have already infested their homes. Normally, flea bites will first appear around your ankles, waste line, or other areas on your body where tight clothes are normally worn. During this time of the year, it is recommended to wear white socks when venturing outdoors, so when you remove your shoes when you return home, fleas are easier seen on your body prior to entering your home.

Flea control will commonly require 2 treatments to gain control of an active flea issue. The initial treatment will knock down the existing infestation, and a follow up visit approximately 2 weeks after the first service will eliminate any fleas that have hatched from the eggs they have laid throughout your home, before they have an opportunity to create the next generation. If you suspect your home has been taken over by these pests, contact MightyMite Termite Services today to rid yourself of these jumping, biting, annoying pests. Our year-round general pest control program will help prevent future infestations in and around your home.

Earwigs A.K.A “Pincher Bugs”

Earwigs are lawn and garden destroying pests that harbor in dark areas of your home and garden. Most of the time these pests can be found around moist areas of landscaping, compost bins, potted plants, exterior personal storage, and debris on the outside of your home. While Earwigs do not normally present a danger to humans, they can eat away at plant roots and destroy expensive landscaping around your home. Earwigs can also amplify the effects of dryrot found in your home, by storing soil and fecal matter in the damaged areas. Once the damaged wood members become decomposed, the earwigs will also eat away at the organic material, which can cause additional damage to your home.  Protect your home, lawn, and garden today by contacting MightyMite Termite Services for a free consultation.