Cricket Control
Queen Creek AZ
Cricket Control Specialists serving San Tan Valley, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Florence, Apache Junction
Quick Cricket Control in Queen Creek AZ
Crickets may seem harmless enough – that is, until you have a cricket infestation in your own home or yard. Then, the constant chirping will slowly wear you down and drive you crazy. There are many types of crickets in Arizona, with the most common being the house cricket. Yellowish-brown or tan in color, crickets only measure about an inch long.
While they don’t pose a health threat to people, the males’ constant chirping to attract females is the biggest problem you will face. That incessant chirping can be incredibly disruptive. More importantly, crickets also happen to be the preferred food source for scorpions and spiders, so where there’s one type of pest, there is usually another.
If you have crickets on your property or in your home, call a Santan Valley pest control company as soon as possible to address the infestation.
What Causes Cricket Infestations in Arizona?
Crickets are omnivores, so that means they consume plants, fungi, dead bugs, and even other crickets. The landscape around your home is ideal for crickets. They can easily find shelter and food sources in your landscape, making your home a prime target for an infestation as your grass and garden will provide all the food and water they need to thrive. In addition, the mild climate creates the ideal nesting sites and breeding conditions for crickets.
Being opportunistic feeders, crickets like to eat plant material, fruits and veggies, seeds, crabgrass and ragweed, and insects such as ants, mites, aphids, stick insects, and ladybugs. When left unchecked, cricket populations can spiral out of control. Keep in mind, they are most active in spring, summer and fall.
Common Hiding Spots for Crickets
Locating the source of the cricket infestation is key in providing effective treatment. Crickets prefer to nest in damp, moist areas. To avoid overheating and drying out from the intense Arizona heat, crickets seek daytime hiding places such as under stucco siding, near meter boxes, and within block walls that are a common fixture surrounding East Valley homes.
Some common cricket hiding spots include:
- Underneath rocks, woodpiles, and debris.
- Inside mulch beds and compost piles.
- Near meter boxes and along foundation walls.
- In cracks and crevices around your home.
How to Prevent a Cricket Infestation
To prevent crickets in your yard or home, remove tempting hiding spots such as rock piles, compost, clutter, wood, or leaf piles. Cut back landscaping and vegetation about six inches from your home. Remove debris or clutter around your home. They like to nest under cardboard boxes in the yard, as well as under tarps and pool toys. Be sure to seal cracks and crevices so these insects can’t get into your home. Apply caulking around windows and doors, as well as cracks in foundations or walls. Cover vents with fine-mesh screens.
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The Benefits of Bi-Monthly Pest Control
Arizona’s warm climate makes it a haven for a variety of pests, from scorpions and spiders to ants and roaches. While a single treatment can address an existing infestation, it’s difficult to completely eliminate the risk of future problems.
That’s where our bi-monthly pest control service comes in. This proactive approach provides ongoing pest protection and peace of mind. Here’s why it’s so popular with home and business owners in the area:
- Early Detection and Prevention: Our regular visits allow us to identify potential pest issues early on, before they become major problems. This proactive approach helps prevent infestations from occurring in the first place.
- Consistent Protection: Bi-monthly treatments provide ongoing protection against a wide range of pests, keeping your home and family safe from unwanted visitors.
- Reduced Stress: Knowing you have a reliable pest control plan in place gives you peace of mind and allows you to focus on enjoying your home.
Contact All Clear Pest Control today to learn more about our bi-monthly pest control service and how we can protect your Arizona home.
Effective Cricket Control
To effectively control crickets, we employ a multi-pronged approach:
- Thorough Inspection: We conduct a comprehensive inspection of your property to identify the source and extent of the infestation.
- Targeted Treatments: We use a combination of proven methods, including targeted treatments to eliminate existing cricket populations.
- Preventive Measures: We provide valuable tips and recommendations to help you prevent future infestations, such as sealing entry points, removing potential hiding spots, and reducing attractive conditions.
If you have discovered the presence of crickets in or around your home, get a free quote and inspection from All Clear Pest Control at 480-779-7378or complete our online form. Serving Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler and Florence AZ with efficient cricket control.