Learn to identify common pests found in Sacramento & Placer County homes and businesses. Know what you're dealing with and when it's time to call the professionals.
These are the most frequently encountered pests in Sacramento & Placer County.
Argentine ants, carpenter ants, and fire ants are common in Sacramento. They invade kitchens, bathrooms, and can cause structural damage.
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Black widows and brown recluses can be found in garages and dark areas. Most house spiders are harmless but unwanted.
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German and Oriental cockroaches thrive in Sacramento's climate. They spread bacteria and trigger allergies.
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Rats and mice seek shelter in attics and walls. They chew wiring, contaminate food, and reproduce rapidly.
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Paper wasps, yellowjackets, and mud daubers build nests around homes. Their stings can cause severe allergic reactions.
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These nocturnal parasites hide in mattresses and furniture. They're excellent hitchhikers and hard to eliminate without professional help.
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Mosquitoes breed in standing water and are most active at dawn and dusk. They carry diseases like West Nile virus and are common near Sacramento's waterways.
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Fleas and ticks hitchhike on pets and wildlife, infesting homes and yards. They transmit diseases and cause itchy bites for both humans and animals.
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Common in Sacramento gardens and moisture-prone areas. They're mostly harmless but can invade homes in large numbers.
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These moisture-loving insects damage books, wallpaper, and clothing. They're often found in bathrooms and basements.
Learn MoreDon't wait until it's too late. Here are the signs that it's time to bring in the experts.
Pests keep coming back despite your efforts to eliminate them.
You notice chewed wires, damaged wood, or gnaw marks around your home.
Family members experience unexplained bites, rashes, or allergic reactions.
Store-bought sprays and traps aren't solving the problem.
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