Chicago Insect Invaders
According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, insect infestations are not only annoying but can also attract other pests. If left untreated, they can cause physical illnesses in humans. Insect bodies that are killed, which is often what happens when people do their own pest control, rot and attract other insects that eat them. Skins and feces have been known to cause asthma and other respiratory conditions. Insect invaders, which may be considered outdoor insects and pests, will invade homes and other structures when the weather outside is less than ideal. In Chicago, with rain and snow forecasts, business owners and homeowners should protect their structures from pests entering through openings and hire a pest control company to treat the perimeter and address any interior concerns. Pest control no longer has to be toxic, where people and pets have to evacuate and then return only to wash and clean every surface. Companies like Bigfoot Pest Control utilize low-toxicity products that are highly effective. The years of experience of technicians allow accurate inspections that lead to thorough pest control throughout the Chicago area.
Bugs Common to Invasions
There is plenty of information available about ants, spiders, mosquitoes, and rodents, as these are the pests most people associate with invasions and infestations. However, in Chicago, some BUGS can do as much damage and even bite, pinch, and release a terrible odor! Examining less common pests provides a broader understanding of the importance of a regular pest treatment plan for home and business owners in the area. All pests can be kept away from the structure with an effective pest treatment plan that covers the perimeter of the structure as well as the outdoor areas. The larger the pest-free space you can create around the structure, the better.
Boxelder Bugs
Oval in shape and black and red in color (some say orange) are found outdoors, and in Autumn, Chicago’s outdoor areas come to life. Trees, woodpiles, rocks, and structures are enjoyed as they bug forage before the winter months, which is when they tend to invade the inside of structures. Openings left unsealed will be an entrance for these insects. Although they don’t bite, they are a nuisance, and an infestation in the structure is something that can only be handled by an experienced Chicago pest control company. These bugs can stain materials, like carpets and walls, and will give off a stinky smell when squished.
Pillbugs (Roly-Polies)
These little bugs, which many children end up lying with in the yard, curl up and can be pushed along as they roll, which is why they are named roly-polies. This insect is commonly found in moist areas, making it essential to seal cracks in the foundation and the bottom of doors to prevent them from entering the structure.
Earwigs
This insect has intimidating pincers at one end, which are brown and flat in color. These bugs can bite and pinch people and pets, and they use them to catch prey. Earwigs are usually seen more in the darker hours, and they feed only on other insects, mold, fungi, and trash, to name a few – let’s say they aren’t picky. Earwigs are named this because the myth goes that they can go through the ear to the brain and lay eggs. A professional pest control can eliminate existing earwigs and any eggs or larvae in and around the home.
Environmentally Friendly Pest Control
The Chicago area and its surrounding environs strike a balance between natural outdoor spaces and beautiful homes. One thing Chicago is not short on is pest species, which is why most home and business owners choose a reliable and reputable pest treatment plan to keep insects, bugs, and rodents at bay year-round.
Whether there are existing bugs near or inside the structure, it is not too late to eliminate them and prevent their return during the colder months ahead. Although many birds like moisture, they don’t like heavy rains or flooding. In Autumn, these insects breed, and in winter, they all move indoors for shelter. Don’t let your home or office become a haven for pillbugs, earwigs, boxelder bugs, or any other common pest in the area! Pests can carry disease, and as they die, their carcasses become food for other insects, which is why infestation can pose risks to people’s health. Pets are also at risk when pests run amok, so contact Bigfoot Pest Control today. Locally owned and operated, Bigfoot offers the most affordable and comprehensive pest control solutions catered to the needs of Chicago residents. Offering services throughout Cook County and DuPage County, Bigfoot is the best in the industry and uses products that consider the environment and the safety of people and pets!
Call Bigfoot Pest Control today at 847-891-8852!