Not only do creepy, crawly pests give most homeowners the heebie jeebies, but can also be a threat to their health. There are several pests that can be a danger to your health and shouldn’t be allowed to make a home inside your home or on your property. Effective Pest Services is here to talk about some of the most common pests we see and the threat that they pose to homeowners.
Stinging Insects
While this might be obvious, stinging pests threaten your health with their painful stings. Not only can it be incredibly painful to be stung by a wasp, bee or hornet, but there are some people that are highly allergic to their venom. If this is the case, they run the risk of anaphylactic shock if they don’t have the treatment they need right away. If you have stinging pests that are building nests on your property, it’s important to call in pest professionals that can help you safely remove them so that you avoid the painful sting.
Ants
Ant might see harmless enough, but believe it or not, they can still pose a health risk to you and those you love when they infiltrate your home. There are some ants that will bite, but most of the ants that try to live in your home are harmless that way. The health threat comes from food contamination. Ants can spread illness by contaminating your food. This is why you should always store your food properly and avoid leaving it out for extended periods of time. If you see ants in your home, make sure you call pest control to get rid of them.
Spiders
You will more than likely see spiders spinning webs here and there in your home this summer. Most house spiders are harmless but obnoxious. However, there are a few spiders that can be dangerous because of their bite. If you have brown recluse, black widow, or yellow sac spiders in your home or on your property, it is important that you get rid of them as soon as possible so that you don’t run the risk of getting bitten. The brown recluse and the black widow can put your life at risk if they bite you and will require medical attention.
Rodents
Whether you have mice or rats in your home, it is never a pleasant thing. They can cause significant damage to your house if you don’t get rid of them. There are respiratory diseases, the plague and other dangerous illnesses that can be caused by their saliva, droppings or urine. If you see signs of rodents in your home, act quickly to get rid of them.
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Any pests in your home are a problem. If you see signs of pest activity, especially the pests listed above, you need to contact Effective Pest Services as soon as possible to get rid of them. We have the training and tools necessary to get the job done and keep pests out of your home for good. Call us today!