mayflies
Summary
Mayflies are aquatic insects that spend most of their lives as nymphs in water. Adults are short-lived and often found near water sources.
Interior
Rarely found inside homes; may occasionally enter through open windows or doors.
Exterior
Near ponds, lakes, rivers, streams, in gardens, around outdoor lights.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Services Needs
Mayfly control is typically not required as they are harmless and short-lived. No special pest control services are needed.
Drain Flies
Summary
Found near standing water or moist, decaying organic matter.
Interior
Bathrooms, kitchens, and drains.
Exterior
Near drains, sewers, and septic tanks.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult flies near drains, larvae in drain pipes, and slow-moving drains.
Services Needs
General pest control program; may require specific treatments for drains.
Clean drains, eliminate standing water, and reduce moisture in infested areas.
Fruit Flies
Summary
Attracted to ripened or fermenting fruits and vegetables.
Interior
Kitchens, food storage areas, and near ripening fruit.
Exterior
Near fruit trees, vegetable gardens, and compost piles.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult flies, larvae in fermenting fruits, and small fly specks.
Services Needs
General pest control program.
Remove overripe fruits, clean up spills, and store produce in sealed containers.
House Flies
Summary
Common around garbage and decaying organic matter.
Interior
Kitchens, food preparation areas, and near waste bins.
Exterior
Near garbage bins, compost piles, and animal waste.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult flies, larvae (maggots), and fly specks (droppings).
Services Needs
House Fly treatments are a specialty service.
Keep garbage bins covered, clean up food spills, and remove decaying organic matter.
Bottle Flies
Summary
Attracted to decaying meat and organic waste.
Interior
Kitchens, near waste bins, and areas with decaying organic matter.
Exterior
Near garbage bins, carcasses, and animal waste.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult flies, larvae (maggots), and fly specks.
Services Needs
Service generally not needed, they do not survive indoors unless a dead animal needs to be removed.
Keep garbage bins covered, clean up food spills, and remove decaying organic matter.
Snake Fly
Summary
Snake flies are predatory insects found in wooded areas. Their larvae feed on other insect larvae and are beneficial in controlling pest populations.
Interior
Rarely found indoors; typically stay outside.
Exterior
Under tree bark, in leaf litter, around woodpiles, in gardens.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Services Needs
Snake fly treatment is typically not required as they are beneficial insects. No specialty service needed.
No preparation needed due to their beneficial nature.
Spotted Lantern Fly
Summary
Spotted lantern flies feed on the sap of trees and plants, causing significant damage. They are invasive and spread quickly.
Interior
Rarely found indoors unless brought in accidentally.
Exterior
On trees, shrubs, and other plants, especially Tree-of-Heaven.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Services Needs
Spotted lantern fly treatment typically requires specialty services for effective control and is not usually included in general pest control programs.
Mosquitoes
Summary
Mosquitoes are flying insects known for biting and feeding on the blood of humans and animals. They are vectors for various diseases, such as malaria, dengue, and Zika.
Interior
May enter homes through open windows and doors, typically staying near sources of standing water or in cool, shaded areas.
Exterior
Common around standing water sources like ponds, puddles, marshes, old tires and containers. They can also be found in tall grass and wooded areas.
Common Signs Of Infestation
Presence of adult mosquitoes, itchy bites, larvae (wrigglers) in standing water.
Services Needs
Specialized mosquito control treatments, including source reduction and fogging will help drastically reduce a mosquito population.
Remove standing water from containers, clean gutters, and use window and door screens to prevent entry. Consider using insect repellents and mosquito nets.
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