Arrow Exterminators

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Insects, Arachnids, And Other Critters

TERMITES

Nature's little tree disposers are very important to our planet's Eco system, but they are also one of the most destructive insects, causing over $2 billion in repair and treatment costs each year in the U.S. alone. The most common termites live in large subterranean colonies and search out sources of wood, including your house or any building with wood content. Though they may eat your home, they don't live there, and that's one reason why traditional liquid treatments fail to work. The colony may remain, existing on other nearby wood, and simply wait for the treatment to fade. They may also find a gap in coverage through which a whole invasion may take place.

The Sentricon System, however, destroys the colony itself, eliminating the threat and continuously guarding against re-infestation.

ANTS

Like termites, ants are industrious social insects that can cause considerable trouble due to their numbers and persistence. Some varieties of ants, such as Carpenter Ants, can also extensively damage wood in which they nest. Usually ants will search out food supplies in your home. While most ant bites are minor, some, like those of Fire Ants can be very irritating, and even dangerous for people with high allergic sensitivity.

ROACHES

One of the most despised insects is the roach. These ubiquitous critters come in a variety of types, but all of them look for your food sources and tend to carry filth and disease wherever they go. They are hardy and prolific, often requiring professional treatment to combat their continual onslaught.

FLEAS

Fleas are usually associated with pets, since animals are their primary hosts. Fleas feed on cat and dog blood then lay eggs which fall on the animal's nest or anywhere the animal frequents. These eggs hatch into larvae which in turn pupate into adult fleas. However, flea pupa can remain dormant for a year, making treatment of infestation areas very important for continuing flea control.

BROWN RECLUSE (FIDDLEBACK) SPIDERS

The Brown Recluse is a very common spider in this area. The nickname comes from the small fiddle-like shape on its back. The proper name comes from the spider's tendency to be shy, typically staying away from commonly traversed areas except at night when they come out to hunt.

Though not usually aggressive, this spider has a very poisonous bite when disturbed, such as when it is hiding in clothes that are put on. Though lethal reactions are rare, the effects of the poison at the area of the bite can be very destructive. The venom kills tissue it contacts and can leave a large sunken scar.

BLACK WIDOW SPIDERS

Black Widows are notoriously dangerous spiders. The venom of the female (shown here) can cause very severe reactions including widespread pain, sickness, partial paralysis and spasms. Usually, complete recovery occurs in 2 to 5 days, but in about 1% of cases the bite can be lethal, particularly in the very young or very old. Black Widows frequent all manner of outdoor structures on which they can weave a web to hang upside-down.

TICKS

Ticks are blood sucking insects that feed on animals, including humans. Ticks can carry dangerous diseases such as Lyme Disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Feaver, Tularemia, Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis and others. Types of ticks include Dog, Deer, Black Legged, and Lone Star.

SCORPIONS

Scorpions are related to spiders and ticks, and include around fifty different species in the U.S. Though they have a reputation for being dangerous, even lethal, the scorpion common to our area delivers a sting similar to that of a wasp. Scorpions tend to hide during the day and feed at night.

CRICKETS

Crickets are usually not a serious pest problem in a home. However, if you've ever been awakened by the loud nearby chirping of a cricket in the house, you know how much of a nuisance they can be.

SILVERFISH

Silverfish are small primitive insects that feed on glue, paper, and cereal products. Books are particularly susceptible to their attack. Infestations often begin when contaminated items such as cardboard are brought into the house. Silverfish can also enter through small cracks under wooden shingles.

PILLBUGS

Pillbugs are sometimes called "rolly-pollies" since they can roll into a tight ball. Pillbugs feed off of organic matter and are attracted to moist areas. While pillbugs are mostly only a nuisance, their presence can be a food source for other creatures such as spiders and scorpions.

RODENTS

Certainly not insects, but pests nonetheless, rodents such as mice and rats can also infest your home. Common House Mice can enter a home through a hole as small as 1/4 inch. They will eat most types of food, especially seeds and grain, and they will gnaw through many materials and containers to get to the food. While mostly reclusive, you can spot the signs of mice including droppings, tracks, smudge marks, gnawing, sounds and oders.