Common Tolleson Pests

The following common pest can be found in and around Tolleson, 

• Rodents - Norway rats and mice tend to find their way into homes through small openings in the home.  They will often make their homes in hidden spots between walls, the attic, and the foundation.  They also like to nest in storage boxes and barely used cabinets.  Unfortunately, rodents cause damage to the home in the form of chewing the wiring and structural parts of homes.  Besides chewing, their urine and droppings can also contaminate food and places in your home where your family resides.
• Cockroaches - Cockroaches prefer to live in dark hidden spaces in your home near drains, under appliances and furniture, and even in your cabinets.  Cockroaches often produce a strong, foul smelling oil and can carry filth around your home and on your food.  Some people in your home may be allergic to them and can become quite ill when there is an infestation.
• Mosquitoes - In the Tolleson area over 50 different species of mosquitoes can be found.  They require water to breed while the females of the species use blood from humans and animals to lay their eggs.  People and animals can get very sick from diseases like viral encephalitis, yellow fever, and malaria that mosquitoes carry.

Pest Control For Tolleson Businesses

Unfortunately, pests are not only a problem for homeowners, they also affect local Tolleson businesses.  Not only can cockroaches and other pests frighten employees and customers they can cause illness when the infestation happens in a Tolleson healthcare facility.

Both managers and employees should keep an eye out for the following signs of infestation in their Tolleson business:

• Break Rooms, Kitchens, Warehouses:  Pests like rodents and cockroaches tend to look for things to eat in storage areas and hide in cabinets and under sinks.  Businesses that provide food to their customers in Tolleson could have their supplies ruined by these pests.
• Dumpsters and Trash Cans:  Garbage within these receptacles call to just about every pest including mice, rats, and lots of insects.  Outside dumpsters can also attract much larger wildlife.
• Standing Water - Standing water not only creates a breeding ground for mosquitoes, it can be a drinking source for other pests.  Keep an eye on any place where standing water may form.

Bed Bugs Mean Bad News

Bed bugs create a major problem not only for homeowners in the Tolleson area, but for the travel industry as well.  Bed bugs are parasitic, small brown bugs that live in or near places that people sleep.  You can find evidence of them looking at the mattress between the seams.  Bed bugs bite people and leave an itchy red spot behind.  Some people have an allergic reaction to the bites or can get an infection by continuous scratching.  

Pest Prevention And Solutions

There are a few things that people and businesses can do to help keep pests from becoming an issue in the Tolleson area.  Some ideas:

• Eliminate Food and Water Sources - Fix all leaking plumbing and drain unused pools, containers, and planters.  Empty trash cans regularly and clean them when you can.  Do not leave pet food out when they are not actively feeding.
• Seal Entrances - Seal around any pipes that enter into the building.  Be sure to always keep your windows and doors closed and clean around the seals.  Inspect all packages and luggage coming into the home for bed bugs.
• Remove Clutter - Pests thrive in cluttered homes and businesses.  It creates a perfect hiding environment for them.  Always try to stay tidy and organized and be sure to clean behind and under your appliances regularly.

If you are a homeowner or business owner in the Tolleson or surrounding areas and think you may have a pest problem, please reach out to us for help. The trained professionals on our team will inspect your home or business and provide you with solutions to handle any infestations. We can also customize a prevention program for your home or business needs.