Earwig and Silverfish Control

Other Insects and Bug Control

At Arrow Pest Control we've worked with a variety of clients and almost as many different bugs. One thing is certian, we never get tired of what we do. We work with business and residential customers in Northwest Washington from Bellingham to Mount Vernon and down to Everett and we enjoy offering the best quality in service and experience. Some insects are more common then others. We service the communities in and around Bellingham, Mount Vernon, and Everett.

Springtails
Springtails are a very small insect. They can be white, black, gray or blue in color. Many have the ability to jump or hop like fleas. Springtails feed on decaying organic materials on or in the soil. They prefer moist areas, so in the warmer parts of the year they’re not noticed as much. However on warm, mild days in late fall, winter, and early spring, they may appear on the soil in large numbers. They may be seen covering the surfaces of puddles, swimming pools, and other bodies of water. Springtails in large numbers often resemble piles of soot. Springtails do not cause any damage to your home, but may damage seedlings and tender plants. Springtails in severe infestations, though they don’t cause damage, can be a pest. A simple spraying of your perimeter will help reduce the population. If you think you may have a springtail issue please contact us.

Earwigs
Earwigs are a shiny, brown fast moving insect. They have a long pair of pinchers at the end of the abdomen. Earwigs live under or inside debris in and on the soil. They often hide under rocks, boards, etc. where they feed on organic matter, a verity of plants, and some insects. Earwigs seldom bite, but will try to pinch if disturbed. They are easily controlled by eliminating hiding places such as weeding and move compost piles away from immediate vicinities.Earwigs can also be treated with a simple perimeter spray. This will also help with many other insects. Although it will not eliminate all bugs it will reduce their population. For more information or to schedule an appointment, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Sowbugs and Pillbugs
Sowbugs are small oval, grayish insects-like insects. Pillbugs look much like the sowbugs except they roll up into balls when disturbed. Both bugs feed on dead organic matter, and sometimes enjoy a good tender living plant. They are often seen hiding under boards, debris as well as in organic matter.These insects don’t cause any damage to your home, but may eat the roots of your plants. They are very similar to the earwig, and are best controlled by eliminating harborage areas. If these insects bug you we can spray your perimeter to help with their population, just contact us today!

Silverfish and Firebrats
Silverfish and Firebrat are both members of the Thysanura family. They are both primitive insects that are shiny, silver, or pearl-gray in color. Both have three long tail-like terminal appendages. Silverfish and Firebrats can be seen anywhere in the home, but are usually found near dried foods, flours, starches, sugars, and/or glue. They also may damage a variety of fabrics including wool, cotton, and linen. Both insects like a warm moist area, so you should keep an eye on boiler rooms, bathrooms, and kitchens.If you are having a problem with either one of these pest we can help, just contact us now!

Lady Beetles-Also Known as Lady Bugs
The lady beetle insect has been seen in many different color patterns, such as black with red spots and red with black spot. They are considered to be a beneficial insect, due to the fact that they eat aphids off other plants. The lady beetle should only be controlled as a last resort if you are having an over abundance of them. Lady beetles often overwinter in attics and other isolated areas, making them a nuisance in the fall when they are trying to get in. If you have any questions about Lady Beetles please contact us.

House Flies
The adult house fly lays their eggs in decaying organic matter such as manure (usually cow manure). They generally overwinter in protected barns, where they continuously breed. The best way to exclude them from your home is to make sure you have tight fitting screens, and keep doors and windows closed in the fall. If you would like us to help control these bugs by spraying for you just contact us.

Cluster Flies
Cluster flies overwinter in attics and other protected areas. They cause no damage, but can be a pest. Cluster flies often enter your home a few at a time all winter. They may be seen at nearby windows, were they will fly at it until they die. Properly screening attic vents and caulking gaps in siding, etc., is the best way to keep cluster flies out. If you have questions about the cluster fly insects contact us.

Eastern Tent Caterpillars
The Eastern tent caterpillar larvae is hairy, black with a white stripe down the back, brown and yellow lines along the sides, and a row of oval blue spots on the sides. In 4-6 weeks the caterpillar is full grown and about 2-2 1/2in. long. These insects feed on the foliage of trees. The Eastern tent caterpillars are most commonly found on wild cherry, apple, and crabapple trees. Other trees that you may see them on are hawthorn, maple, cherry, peach, pear, and plum. When Easter tent caterpillars are in large numbers they can nearly defoliate a tree. The trees will usually recover and put out a new crop of leaves. This caterpillar can be a real eye sore for landscapes, due to the fact that they build their silken nests in the crotch of limbs and can become quite large. If you think you may have these furry creatures contact us.