Occasional Invaders Control Services
Occasional invaders are pests that don’t live indoors year-round but sneak into homes during seasonal changes—especially in spring, fall, or after rain. While most are harmless, they can appear in large numbers, causing discomfort and mess. Common hiding spots include basements, bathrooms, wall voids, and window sills. Moisture control, sealing entry points, and targeted treatment are essential to stop them.
Centipede
Long, flat-bodied arthropod with 15+ pairs of legs. Fast-moving and often seen in basements, bathrooms, and near drains. Though harmless, their sudden movements can be alarming. Reduce moisture and apply perimeter treatment in cracks, baseboards, and under sinks
Millipede
Dark, cylindrical, and slow-moving with two pairs of legs per body segment. Typically enters homes during wet weather. Harmless but often found curled up and dead indoors. Control involves outdoor perimeter sprays and dehumidifying problem areas.
Earwig
Dark brown insects with curved pincers at the back. Found under mulch, stones, and bathroom floors. Attracted to moisture and organic debris. Control with outdoor clean-up, wall void dusting, and interior crack treatments.
Silverfish
Silvery, teardrop-shaped insects that dart quickly across floors. Found in bookshelves, bathrooms, and storage areas. They feed on paper, glue, and fabrics. Dehumidifiers, bait stations, and crack-and-crevice dusting provide long-term relief.
Springtail
Tiny, wingless insects that jump when disturbed. Thrive in overwatered soil, damp basements, or leaky window sills. Completely harmless but can multiply quickly. Eliminate moisture sources and apply insect growth regulator where needed.
Clover Mite
Microscopic reddish mites that crawl in by the hundreds during spring and fall. Found around windows and on sunny walls. They leave red stains when crushed. Vacuuming and exterior barrier sprays are the main methods of control.
Sowbug / Pillbug
Hard-shelled, crustacean-like insects with many legs. Common in damp crawlspaces and basements. They do not bite or infest—just a nuisance. Drying out the environment and sealing gaps is key.
House Cricket
Light brown, long-legged insects that chirp at night. Often enter garages or basements in late summer/fall. Though harmless, their noise and droppings can be irritating. Control includes sticky traps, wall treatments, and sealing foundation gaps.
Stink Bug
Brown shield-shaped bugs that emit a foul odor when squashed. Found near windows and wall voids in autumn. They overwinter in homes. Vacuum and seal entry points. Preventative exterior spraying is crucial in early fall.
Boxelder Bug
Black and orange insects that gather on sunlit exterior walls and window sills in the fall. Though they don’t bite or damage property, they often enter attics and ceilings. Use residual barrier sprays and check for gaps around windows.
Asian Lady Beetle
Not your average ladybug—these orange beetles invade in masses during fall and bite lightly when handled. Found on windows and ceilings. Vacuum or use exclusion methods to keep them out. Apply dust in attics and voids if necessary.
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