Ants and Spiders in SoCal
Most common pests in Orange County? Probably Ants and Spiders. Read on to understand how to get these pesky critters under control with Preferred Pest Control! Ant Control Ants are clever insects and the tiniest cracks and holes in walls, windows, or doors can serve as entry points. Upon entry and once an ant finds an area which has food, it leaves a chemical trail, containing pheromones, that other ants pick up on and follow. Getting rid of ants is a time consuming process as an ant colony can make its home in your lawn, foundation, and even in your walls. A colony can contain up to 500,000 ants and ...
Orange County Beehive Removal
Have you noticed an abundance of bees recently around your home or business? If so, you might have a beehive nearby that might need removal… Bees and Beehives As you might already know, bees are very important to the Eco-system and the survival of many other lifeforms, including humans. There are tens of thousands of species of bees in the world and most of them live quietly in peace but there are also those who do not. If you spot a beehive, determining what kind of bees live there can be an important factor in getting rid of them. If the hive looks like paper, it is most likely not ...
SoCal Pantry Pests
Are you noticing an abundant amount of insects in your pantry or Orange County kitchen cupboards? If so, continue reading to understand how to get these pesky critters under control. Where do pantry pests come from? Many different types of insects invade our pantries including weevils in cereal and flour, meal moths who eat almost anything, and grain beetles who are a common pasta and cereal pest. These pests usually come into our homes from outside but most of the time they come in the package themselves as contamination can happen in the warehouse, processing plant, or retail store where products can be stored for long periods of time. As ...
Prevent Termites in OC
Termites can be quite common in Southern California and if you are unlucky enough to have them destroying your property, read on to identify the type of termite you have and learn how to stop them. In California, there are five species of termites: Western subterranean, Desert subterranean, Arid-land subterranean, Western drywood, and Pacific dampwood termites. Facts About Termites In Orange County, the Western subterranean termite is most common, causing millions of dollars worth of damage to infected areas. These termites eat common timbers used for construction and leave the wood as a thin shell with a honey-comb look to it. The Western subterranean termite caste system includes queen, king, ...
Roof Rats Might Be Hiding In Your Attic
Roof Rats might be the source of all that scurrying keeping you up at night. Call Preferred Pest Control if you think they might be hiding in your attic! Facts on Roof Rats The Roof Rat is about 40cm in length and is either black or brown in color. These rodents have a pointed nose, smooth fur, and their body is more slender than the Norway Rat. Like their name suggests, the Roof Rat likes to live in high places such as roofs, attics, and trees but they can be found on the ground as well. They eat fruits and nuts but will consume almost anything if needed and they ...
Norway Rats Invading Southern California
Norway Rats might be the source to all those gnawed wires you’ve been noticing around your SoCal house. Stop them in their tracks with Preferred Pest Control. Facts About Norway Rats The Norway Rat is a large rodent measuring about 15 inches in length with an 8 inch tail. This rat has a shaggy fur that can be brown or gray. Norway Rats are omnivorous creatures who eat meats, fruits, grains, and other dead animals. Colonies of these rodents can by found near water sources as their communities depend greatly on drinking water. The lifespan of the Norway Rat is about 1 year and litters range between 4-22, with up ...
Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Keep You Up At Night
Bed bug infestation? Call Preferred Pest Control before you consider moving! How to Spot a Bed Bug? Bed bugs are pretty small in size, measuring from 4 – 5 mm, and have flat, oval bodies. They are a brown colored bug but become more red in color after having fed on blood. Blood? That’s right, the bed bug feeds only on blood and can go a whole year without it if it has to, so getting rid of them can be a challenge. Nighttime is when bed bugs are most active as they feed on hosts as they sleep. The bed bug commonly hides in mattresses, sheets, and furniture. Getting ...
Mite Extermination In Orange County
Do you think you have mites? Find out ways to be sure and exterminate them from your home with Preferred Pest Control. The Facts on Mites Mites are very tiny arachnids that measure below 1mm in size, are oval in shape, and have four pairs of legs. The mite species is huge and there are thousands of different kinds. Among the different species are parasitic mites which attack animal hosts and cause skin irritation, mites that destroy crops, mites that can transfer dangerous diseases, and mites that are not harmful at all. The common species of mites include bird mites, chigger mites, clover mites, red mites, southern red mites, and ...
Get the Facts on Carpet Beetles
Learn about Carpet Beetles today so you’ll be prepared for when they come this spring season. The Facts about Carpet Beetles Carpet beetles are tiny round insects that range from 1 to 4 mm in length and have black, white, and yellow coloration. The adult carpet beetles are good fliers and usually can be found around windows and lights. Pollen from flowers are the adult carpet beetle’s food of choice and also feed on seeds and plants. Carpet beetle larvae will feed on animal and plant materials such as hair, grains, dead insects, process foods, fabric, and furs. The adults are usually active during the daytime and are attracted to ...
Stop Gophers from Digging up your Orange County Lawn
Are gophers ruining your Orange County lawn? Get the facts and learn how to get rid of them. The Facts about Gophers What are Gophers? Gophers, or pocket gophers, are small rodents about 6-14 inches in length and come in a variation of different colors such as black, brown, to white. The pocket gopher has a sort of pouch outside its mouth that they use to transport food and this is how they got their name. Gophers are known for their burrowing skills, which comes naturally for them due to their large claws. They are particularly a nuisance in lawns and gardens where they create tunnels several hundred feet in ...