Richardson is a suburb of Dallas that attracts many people due to its pleasant weather and proximity to the city. Unfortunately, Richardson also hosts a number of pests that can cause serious problems for homeowners and businesses.
Termites, rodents, insects and spiders can all damage homes or businesses if they aren’t taken care of by an experienced pest control professional. Terminix(r) can help protect you from these and other Texas pests with year-round services.
Termites
Termites are one of the most destructive pests in the United States and cause billions of dollars in property damage each year. These wood-eating insects can damage insulation, sheetrock, and books.
Several factors attract termites to homes and structures including moisture, wood in contact with the foundation, and cracks in building exteriors. Subterranean termites construct mud tubes in these imperfections to move indoors and start colonies.
Drywood termites tend to be more active in the late summer and fall. Often they are discovered in firewood or lumber that is stored close to the home.
Termites can be treated by Exterminator Services in Richardson TX. Termite treatment involves a thorough inspection and removal of the affected area.
Rodents
Rodents (order Rodentia) are one of the largest orders of mammals, comprising almost half of the class Mammalia’s approximately 4,660 species. They are found throughout all land areas except Antarctica, New Zealand and some ocean islands.
They are small mammals with robust bodies, short limbs, and long tails, and extra-large front teeth (incisors) used for gnawing and excavating burrows. They are herbivorous, eating seeds and other plant material, although many also eat insects at times.
They are social animals that have complex ways of communicating with other members of their species. They have a variety of mating strategies, including monogamy, polygyny, and promiscuity. They breed often and have litters of young, some of which are altricial at birth.
Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are common pests that can annoy and cause discomfort. They can also spread diseases, including West Nile virus and Zika virus.
They can be found in a variety of locations around the home. They often live in standing water, such as rain barrels and puddles, but can also nest in cracks and crevices in woodpiles and under decks.
They lay eggs on water surfaces, which hatch into larvae that feed on algae and other aquatic debris. Adult mosquitoes typically have long straw-like mouthparts that allow them to draw blood from their hosts.
Fleas
Fleas are small insects that can spread flea-borne diseases to pets and people. Their bites can cause discomfort, itchiness, and irritation.
In some cases, they can cause a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. This can be life threatening.
When a flea is bitten by a person, it regurgitates saliva, which can cause an allergy in some people. These allergens may cause itchy, red welts around the bite center.
If you or your pets have a flea infestation, you should get the problem under control as soon as possible. The best way to do this is by calling a professional flea exterminator Richardson. They can treat both indoor and outdoor areas. They can also help you identify the source of your flea problem, which is often your pet.
Spiders
Despite their creepy-crawly appearance, spiders are actually beneficial creatures that play an important role in the natural ecology. They hunt and consume other insects and fungi.
They also use silk for climbing, tethering, nesting, and creating egg sacs. Some species inject venom into their prey to kill them quickly and others use silk to wrap up their victims.
Spiders are known to live in a variety of habitats and environments, including homes and gardens. They can be found in basements, attics, closets, around baseboards and entryways, under sinks and cabinets, or anywhere there may be clutter.
