Scorpion Pest Control Phoenix

Scorpions are among some of the most feared pests in the United States. There are many different types of scorpions, but in Phoenix, Arizona, the bark scorpion is the common culprit inside of the homes. To make matters worse, the bark scorpion is the most poisonous scorpion in North America and its sting is very painful. There are steps that you can take to prevent a scorpion infestation and/or to get scorpions out of your home.

What Attracts Scorpions to a Home?

Scorpions are attracted to warm, moist, dark places. A home in Phoenix, Arizona can be the perfect spot for a scorpion to find these conditions, especially when seeking shelter in the winter. Cracks and crevices provide hiding spots in the day time and leaky air conditioners or pipes provide the moisture.

Although scorpions generally are lone creatures, the bark scorpion is unique in that they congregate together during winter. This means that you could end up with around 20 to 30 scorpions living in your home at a time, including baby scorpions which can be extremely small–even smaller than a penny.

Scorpion-Proof Your Home

There are a few steps you can take to prevent scorpions from entering your home. Taking these steps aren’t full-proof but they can drastically reduce your chances of a scorpion infestation.

Seal any cracks and crevices that scorpions can enter through. Scorpions can enter a crevice as small as 1/16 of an inch.
Move piles of trash, debris, lumber, or any other piles that can provide hiding spaces away from your home.
Take care of any leaks in your home, including any leaky air conditioners. Scorpions are attracted to water sources.
Make sure you keep your home free of bugs. Scorpions feed on bugs and will be attracted to your home if it is full of their food source. There are great pest control places in Arizona that can help you with any pest problems.
Use anti-scorpion chemicals and traps such as sprays, granules, and glue traps.

Be Aware of Scorpions in Your Home

Scorpions are so common in Phoenix that it is important to check for scorpions in your home on a regular basis. Scorpions have a “glow in the dark” outer shell and they typically hide in the daytime, so looking around your home with a UV light at night can alert you to their presence. You should scorpion-proof your beds and cribs as well–a large majority of scorpion stings happen in beds because people don’t look before they get into bed. With a little caution, awareness, and active prevention efforts your home can be safe and free of bark scorpions.

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