Use the Safeguard Pest Control, pest identification guide to find out which pest is invading your home or business.
Learn how to identify the common home and business pests, understand them more and find out what you can do to control them.
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TERMITES(Isoptera) Termites date back more than 120 million years to the time of dinosaurs. They are known as ‘silent destroyers’ because of their ability to chew through wood, flooring and even wallpaper undetected. Each year, termites cause more than $5 billion in property damage – costs that aren’t covered by homeowners’ insurance policies. This is why being vigilant about termite control and termite extermination is so important.Swarmers looking to start a new colony are typically the first sign of termite season as these winged-pests show up inside homes in early Spring.
If you find signs of a termite infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Termites
COCKROACHES(Blattaria) Cockroaches have been long despised by homeowners due to their creepy appearance. Cockroach pest control and management are important for health and safety reasons, because cockroaches are known to cause allergic reactions and trigger asthma attacks, especially in children. They alo spread nearly 33 kinds of bacteria including E. coli and Salmonella.
If you find signs of a cockroach infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Cockroaches
ANTS(Formicidae) Ants are social insects that typically live in underground colonies, made up of workers and a queen. Ants will eat practically any kind of food, but are especially attracted to sweets. At identification is relatively simple due to their three distinct body regions; head, thorax and abdomen, as well as antennae. Despite similar construction, ants vary in overall appearance. Small or large ants and brown or black ants are common nicknames for different species.If you find signs of an ant infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of ant control and extermination.
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Ants
Spider(Araneae) Spider control can be a major concern for homeowners and can really be a nuisance. Spiders are most likely to be found in dark, small and warm spaces whilst others prefer to stay outdoors.
If you find signs of a spider infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Spiders
Flies(Diptera) Non-biting flies, such as houseflies, are not only nuisance pests, but they are also responsible for transmitting diseases and contaminating food. For instance, flies are capable of contaminating food and transferring more than 100 pathogens, including malaria, salmonella and tuberculosis. Food contamination is one of the main reasons that fly pest control is so important.
If you find signs of a fly infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Flies
MOSQUITOES(Culicidae) Mosquitoes are vectors of numerous diseases including milaria, yellow fever, dengue, encephalitis, chikungunya, west nile virus and zika – and although some of these aren’t relevant to Australia, it just goes to show what they can spread.
It is of great importance to prevent mosquito breeding grounds around your home, since mosquitoes can lay eggs in as little as a half an inch of water.
If you find signs of a mosquito infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Mosquitoes
FLEAS(Siphonaptera) Fleas are parasites that feed on the blood of any warm-blooded body. Cat fleas are the most common domestic flea, but dog fleas, human fleas and oriental rat fleas can also be round. Fleas do not fly. Instead, they use their powerful legs to jump onto a passing host. Controlling and/or exterminating fleas can eliminate an infestation.
Flea bites can result in painful, itchy red bumps. Fleas are also the most common transmitter of the rare bubonic plague.
If you find signs of a flea infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Fleas
TICKS(Rhipicephalus Microplus) Ticks are often mistaken for insects, but they are actually arachnids. Regarding tick identification, they are classified into two categories: soft ticks and hard ticks. Soft ticks often feed on bats and birds, while hard ticks feed on humans, pets and nuisance wildlife.
If you are concerned about tick on your property, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Ticks
BEETLES(Coleoptera) Beetles are a pest that can cause considerable damage to different areas of the home including human clothing, furnishings and other products. The larvae feed on natural fibers, while adults feed primarily on plant nectar and pollen.
If you are concerned about beetles on your property, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Beetles
MILLIPEDES(Diplopoda) Millipedes can significantly damage your garden area if they become too populous. Although they generally feed on decomposing organic material, milipedes can turn to plan matter including leaves, stems and roots. Although they do not bite, they can secrete a fluid that can irritate the skin and can cause an allergic reaction in some people.
If you are concerned about millipedes on your property, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Millipedes
SILVERFISH(Lepisma Saccharina) Silverfish bug damage occurs when silverfish insects get into your home. An infestation of silverfish insects can cause harm to books, clothing, wallpaper and other items in your house.
Silverfish can be seen in almost any location at your residence. They can be found in your garage, under your bed, kitchen cabinets, in appliances and in couches.
If you find a silverfish infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Silverfish
EARWIGS(Dermaptera) Earwigs become pests when they come indoors and when outdoor populations get out of control. In gardens and greenhouses, they chew irregularly shaped holes in plant leaves and flower petals, tunnel into flower buds, but also consume seedlings. They hide in cool, moist places during the day and feed at night.
Earwig damage mimics from caterpillars and slugs; be sure you’ve identified the real culprits by looking for feeding earwigs on your plants after dark.
If you find an earwig infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Earwigs
STINGING PEST (Anthophila, Vespula Vulgaris) Stinging insects like bees and hornets send more than 500,000 people to the emergency room each year. These pests are especially active during the second half of summer and early fall when the colonies forage for food that will sustain their queens during the winter.
If you find a stinging insect nest on your property, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Stinging Pest
MITES(Acari) There are thousands of different types of mites found throughout the world, such as bird mites and clover mites. Mites are considered arachnids, just like ticks, but mites are smaller in size. In fact, most types of mites are less than 1 mm in length. Mite identification is key to elimination an infestation.
Some parasitic mites attack animal hosts, while others reside within the respiratory tracts of their hosts. Few types of mites can also transfer diseases to humans.
If you find signs of a mite infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Mites
FRUIT FLIES(Drosophila) Fruit flies and fruit fly larvae (maggots) can cause your fruit and vegetables to turn into soft, mushy mess. Adult female fruit flies lay eggs in the flesh of ripening and ripe fruits and vegetables. Once the eggs hatch, the larvae begin to feed within the fruit, causing it to ripen prematurely, rot and drop to the ground.
If you find a fruit fly infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Fruit Flies
WEEVILS(Curculionoidea) Weevils are similar to other pantry pests as they will infest and feed on whole grains and rices as well as nuts, beans, cereals, seeds, corn and other such foods. Unlike beetles that live and feed on foods, weevils actually live and feed inside the food. They can live up to 2-4 months and the development and breeding goes on as long as there is any food left and the temperature is right.
If you find signs of weevils in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Weevils
CRICKETS(Gryllidae) Crickets are an occasional invader that can become a general nuisance pest and cause considerable damage when they invade a home. They feed on plant material and dead or weakened insects. House crickets can feed on fabrics, such as silk and wool, and can cause severe damage, especially if they are numerous.
If you find signs of crickets in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Crickets
LICE(Pediculus Humanus Capitis) There are several lice species found worldwide and throughout Australia. The most common kinds of lice include head lice, body lice and crab lice. Only the body louse can transmit diseases to people.
Regardless of what type of lice species is bugging you, prevention is key. If you find signs of lice infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Lice
MOTHS(Lepidoptera) The moth is a common household pest that lives and breeds in cool, damp, dark places, They can chew holes in your favourite outfits and get into your dried food.
If you find signs of moths in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Moths
Rodents(Mus) Rodents can be difficult to keep out of structures. Mice can squeeze through spaces as small as a dime and rats can fit through the holes the size of a quarter. For proper rodent pest control, seal any cracks and voids. Ensure there is proper drainage at the foundation and always install gutter or diverts which will channel water away from the building.
If you find signs of a rodent infestation in your home, contact the team at Safeguard Pest Control today. We will inspect your home, perform the proper identification and recommend a course of pest control and extermination.
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Rodents
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