No matter where you live, you have to deal with pest problems specific to your region. Some of the features that make a region so great to live in – forests, metro areas that are interconnected, collected water troughs like rivers and lakes – are also a magnet for pests to congregate in enormous quantities. Some of these infestations comprise an ongoing, serious threat to the health and well-being of the communities and local ecosystems. Others are just out there to ruin your day. Here’s a list of pests you are most likely to encounter in the business areas or homes in your area.
Rodents
Pest control doesn’t only deal with bugs. They are also there to control and eliminate rat infestations. These happen in both residential and commercial properties.
If you are asking yourself the question as to why rats choose homes and buildings to set up a habitat and procreate, the answer is quite simple; vermin are attracted by food and water. These are found in the garbage and cupboards around houses and neighboring buildings. This is why it is so important to remember to maintain regular garbage disposal methods.
Every structure has weak points where these pests can gain access to hidden areas, and given that they have such a fast reproduction rate, it doesn’t take long for these creatures to breed enough to cause a population explosion. It is at this point that their food supply will not be enough, and they start to chew the electrical wiring, furniture, and walls. Rats also carry diseases such as Borrelia bacteria and Salmonella.
Carpenter Ants
Michigan is a beautiful place to live. It is home to a variety of wildlife, trees, and flowers. Unfortunately, some of the insects that call Michigan home are not friends to people and their property. The king of these damaging pests is the carpenter ant. If you are unsure as to whether these ants are in your home, call M&H Pest Control to come and check.
Carpenter ants are sometimes mistaken for their benign cousins, the sugar ant, which is one of the reasons why they get a free pass. However, that is where the resemblance ends. Carpenter ants are not after your food. They want to eat your home itself. They feed on the wood in your house and can be as lethal to structures and buildings as termites are.
The difference between termites and carpenter ants is that the latter don’t eat the wood, they tunnel through it. Once it is destroyed in this way, the property loses its value and safety. If there is a colony of carpenter ants in your home, it is crucial to catch the infestation before it expands. A good tip to reduce your chances of attracting a carpenter ant is to control the moisture and humidity in the building.
When in doubt, call your local pest control expert to check and eliminate any nature’s nasties that may be lurking.