Pests in Nampa, ID

Having spent several years in the pest control industry and having helped thousands of people in Nampa get rid of their pest problem, we have found out what are some of the most common pests that people often face here in the city of Nampa.



Here is a list of some of those pests that you should know of and call for help immediately if you spot one in your house.

Spiders are creepy and they cause a big nuisance. Some of the species that infest homes in Nampa include Black Widows, Brown Recluse and Hobo Spiders. All of these can bite and have venom that requires immediate medical attention if bitten by one. Whether it is your home or business location, spider webs are not a nice thing to spot. It usually gives an impression that your property is not hygienic. This could be detrimental, especially for businesses like bars, hotels and restaurants. If you suspect spiders or spot any webs, give us a call and we’ll exterminate them from your property.

Microscopic and stealthy, bed bugs are also a serious nuisance and they love feeding on your blood when you go to sleep at night. As a matter of fact, 1 in 5 people have had bed bugs in their homes, which means these are a very common pest in Nampa and chances are that they might be hiding somewhere in your bed mattress or frame right now. Just like any other pest, bed bugs can also spread quickly and can lead to decreased room rentals and even lawsuits in some cases. These tiny insects leave itchy red bumps all over your skin and may even cause skin allergies. Averse Pest offers chemical free treatment to control bed bugs and ensure they never infest your house again.

Wasps and bees are all stinging flying insects and their stinger contains venom which causes extreme pain and also severe skin reactions and allergies. Much worse, they develop huge nests in your living space, usually in your backyard or somewhere underground and keep on multiplying rapidly. Majority of the wasp species are very aggressive and if they are disturbed or threatened, they can sting you. Some of the extreme cases of wasp attacks cause anaphylactic shocks, which is a severe allergic reaction. If you suspect any wasps buzzing around your house or in your backyard, call Averse Pest today to schedule a free inspection of your property and to develop a treatment plan for their effective control.

Do you know that termites are responsible for a whopping $5 billion worth of property damage each year in the United States? This includes both residential and commercial properties. Even though they are extremely small, almost microscopic, what makes them one of the most dangerous pests is their silent destruction. They might be present in your property for years without revealing themselves, quietly feasting on your house structure. Other than wood, termites can also eat insulation, roof support, paper, cardboard boxes and more. Not having your property treated for termites means leaving it open for destruction.

These six-legged pests are highly social and they usually infest your place in colonies. There is no place in this world where ants are not found, except for Antarctica. A normal ant colony can range anywhere from a few hundred and up to millions. Ants are quite strong and they can carry objects much larger than their own size. Not only do they breed fast and contaminate your food, ants can also bite you, which can cause swelling and skin allergies.

Roaches are one of the oldest surviving insects on the plant and in Nampa, there are over 70 different species of them. If they infest your house, it becomes extremely difficult to get rid of them. They are a nuisance and extremely harmful as they carry diseases and infection, which not only contaminate your food but also surfaces over which they crawl. Another reason which makes roaches dangerous is their ability to produce different types of potent allergies. Some of these are linked to asthma. Got roach problem at home? Don’t worry! Averse Pest Control will help you get rid of it.

If you have pets at home, there is a high chance of flea and tick infestation. These microscopic pests feed on pet blood. Fleas and ticks are wingless insects and they are extremely agile. They can make long jumps, which allows them to easily transfer from one host to another. Just like a bed bug, a flea or tick bite also leaves an itchy red bump. If you suspect fleas and tick infestation at your home, give us a call and leave the rest with our experts.

Of all the pest infestations, rodents are most commonly encountered and they also cause the most damage. They spread diseases and also bring other pests like fleas and ticks with them. Rodents like rats and mice can gnaw electric wires in your house, which can result in a short-circuit leading to house fire and even eat up any cash that you have saved in the drawer. We highly recommend you to get the help of a professional pest control company if you spot any rodents in your house.