ann arbor pest control
experts working towards positively pest-free properties
From spiders dangling from ceilings to rats scurrying across counters to
cockroaches hiding in bathrooms, many homeowners encounter pest infestations
at one time or another. Luckily, the pest management team at
proof. pest control is here to handle the dirty work and make your home healthy again. We
are dedicated to tirelessly improving the lives of our customers through
exceptional service and lasting results. Your comfort matters to us and
we will do whatever it takes to make sure your home is pest free.
ann arbor Office
734-926-8999
333 South Main Ste 202
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
PHONE HOURS: Monday: 8AM – 8PM
Tuesday: 8AM – 8PM
Wednesday: 8AM – 8PM
Thursday: 8AM – 8PM
Friday: 8AM – 8PM
Saturday: 10AM - 3PM
Sunday: Closed
Mike Weiss Branch Manager
pests we commonly see in ann arbor
Thanks to our many beautiful parks and trees, Ann Arbor is a popular place
for pests. Some of the most common pests we encounter include Indian meal
moths, Norway rats, and termites.
Common types of pests we treat in Ann Arbor include:
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Rodents: moles, voles
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Spiders
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Carpenter Ants
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Termites
Carpenter ant control in ann arbor
Carpenter ants are known for chewing through wood to build their elaborate
nests. Many people believe that these ants eat wood, but they actually
just tunnel through it and chew on it in order to break away pieces needed
for their nests.
In order to avoid structural damage to your home, there are a few things
you can do to prevent carpenter ant infestations.
These include:
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Eliminate non-essential water sources in your yard and home
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Trim trees and shrubs to keep them away from the home
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Seal any cracks or openings around doors and windows
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Store piles of wood away from the home
Because they prefer wood that is softened by moisture or fungus, it is
best to monitor the wood surrounding your home and remove it if it is
damp or coated in fungus.
ann arbor rat control
Rats are one of the most dreaded pests around. With the ability to squeeze
through a hole as small as the size of a quarter and chew through glass,
cinderblock, wire, and aluminum, rats have no problem making their way
into homes.
They can potentially wreak tons of havoc on a home by:
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Contaminating food by eating it, urinating on it, and leaving droppings on it
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Spreading diseases and bacteria throughout a home
In order to keep these pests away, seal any holes or cracks along the foundation
of your home, store food in airtight containers, keep your home clean,
and keep all storage areas dry and clean.
ann arbor indian meal moth control
Indian meal moths are typically found anywhere food is stored, especially
grain and milled cereal products. Kitchens, restaurants, and cafeterias
are common places we encounter Indian meal moths.
The adult moth is about one-half of an inch long with reddish-brown wingtips.
Female moths lay 100 to 300 eggs on food material, which hatch into very
small caterpillars that are voracious eaters. When mature, the caterpillars
are about one-half of an inch long and may have a greenish or pinkish
hue. Mature larvae are often seen crawling about on walls and ceilings,
searching for places to spin a cocoon.
norway rat control in ann arbor
Often seen in the fall and winter, Norway rats are commonly found in basements
and ground floors in both homes and commercial properties. Unlike roof
rats, they like to burrow along building foundations, beneath waste or
woodpiles, and in moist areas in and around gardens and fields.
In some cases of extreme, untreated infestations, Norway rats can undermine
building foundations and concrete slabs with their burrowing activities.
They damage all kinds of materials—including metals, such as copper
and lead, and softer materials, such as plastic and wood—by gnawing
away at them.
ann arbor termite control
When you find termites in or around your home, you need a team of experts
on the job. Termites cause billions of dollars' worth of damage every
year and have become homeowners' worst nightmare. If you find any signs
of termites or termite damage in your home, we suggest reaching out to
our termite control experts at once.
Signs of a termite infestation include:
- Wings that have been shed
- Swarms of winged termites
- Mud tunnels around the base of the house
- Exterior wood damage
- Bumps in paint
- Soft clicking sounds within the walls
- Small brown or black droppings
Give us a call at
(734) 315-2884 to schedule pest control service in Ann Arbor. We offer free inspections.
