- Commercial Pest ControlEssential Pest Control is a full-service pest control company that has been effectively dealing with a wide range of desert invaders indigenous to the Tucson area since 1981. When it comes to rapid and effective commercial pest control in Tucson, Essential is the best.
- AntsWorker ants can range from light to dark brown and are 1/12 to 1/8 inch long and have 12 segmented antennae.
- SpidersArizona Brown Spiders are hunters. They move from place to place in search of small insects to feed on. They prefer to hide in daytime hours. When inside a building, clutter is very attractive to this spider for hiding. They have also been found hiding in shoes, clothing, and boxes. Most bites occur when the spider is accidentally trapped against the skin.
- TermitesThe method for termite control depends on the construction of a home as well as the personal preferences of the homeowner. Essential Pest Control offers two types of termite treatment options: conventional liquid treatments or a termite baiting system. With Essential, you can expect the best termite removal service for complete termite control.
- Bed BugsEverywhere! Anywhere that humans rest, bed bugs can be found. Bed bugs can be found at hotels, motels, dormitories, apartments, condos, private homes, movie theaters, and public transportation!
- FleasThe Cat Flea is the most common flea that infests animals. Cat Fleas can complete their metamorphosis of egg, larva and pupa stage in 30 days. Eggs are oval-shaped and typically fall from the host animal’s fur to the ground. They remain there until they emerge into larvae. Larvae feed on the fecal matter of adults. Eventually they become pupae and mature into adult cat fleas. Adult cat fleas will live on their host and reproduce after blood meals.
- CockroachesWhen inside a structure, American roaches are often found in dark, moist areas. These places include crawlspaces, basements, floor drains, wall voids, pipe chases, and sewers. This roach can also flourish in outdoor environments. Popular locations include irrigation valve boxes, wood piles, under rocks, and around pool pump equipment. They prefer decaying organic matter for food, but will also feed on clothing, paper, book bindings, and even finger nails. This roach can survive for month with no water and 3 to 4 months without food.
- SilverfishSilverfish are shiny and grey. They range is size from 1/2 to 1 inch in length. They have 3 long bristles on their rear and 2 long antennae that curve.
- BeesThe entire team at Essential Pest Control is awesome! The technicians are courteous and knowledgeable. The office staff is fun, friendly and very responsive. I have used them for both residential and commercial work and have never been disappointed. Same day response for bees as well! Don't hesitate to contact them for any of your pest control needs.
- WaspsPaper Wasps can range in color from bright yellow to crimson red. They can get over 1 inch in length and have black wings. They create paper-like comb nests that hang from a cellulose stem.
- TicksBrown Dog Ticks primarily feed on dogs, but will also attach themselves to many other animals and even people. On dogs, adult ticks are usually found on the ears and between the toes. The Brown Dog Tick will attach itself to a dog by crawling up on grasses, bushes, and other shrubbery. It can be easily brought into a home on the family dog. They will commonly lay their eggs in cracks and crevices. Ticks can survive up to eight months without a blood meal. The brown dog tick can transmit diseases to humans.
- CricketsHouse crickets are most active at night and are attracted to lights. There diet usually consists of organic plant matter, but they will feed on soft household materials such as cardboard. They frequently live together in groups in irrigation boxes and wall voids of buildings. Heavy cricket activity can be detected by small piles of black pellets where they rest in daytime hours. House crickets also have a loud chirp.
- EarwigsEarwigs are nocturnal. They hide in cracks in damp areas during day time hours. They live under logs and rocks and in mulch in gardens. They eat insects and plant matter. When inside a building, earwigs are commonly found in dark damp places.
- MosquitoesWest Nile virus is a single-stranded RNA virus that causes West Nile fever. It is a member of the family Flaviviridae, specifically from the genus Flavivirus, which also contains the Zika virus, Dengue virus, and yellow fever virus. West Nile virus is primarily transmitted by mosquitoes.
- FliesDrain flies range from light gray to tan body and are about 1/16 inch long. The flies appear fuzzy because both the body and the wings are covered with long hairs. For this reason, they are also known as Moth Flies.
- CentipedesThis centipede has 23 pairs of legs and can be 6.5 inches in length. Giant Centipedes are often tan and brown, but can have more vibrant colorations.
- MillipedesMillipedes range from dark brown to black. They can be up to 5 inches in length and have 2 pairs of legs per body segment.
- BeetlesCarpet Beetle problems can be prevented with good cleaning practices. Vacuuming pet hair from corners and carpet edges discourage theses issues. Pest control applications also reduce adults around the house and stop them from laying eggs in the house. Insecticide applications and removal of infested items can also prevent or remove these issues.
- ScorpionsThe bark scorpion is an excellent climber. This scorpion is commonly encountered running up walls or on ceilings in structures. Some favorite resting areas for this scorpion is under tree bark or palm fronds. The bark scorpion is nocturnal and is active in Arizona year round. It will feed on many different soft bodied insects and arachnids including other scorpions. Female scorpions give birth to live scorpions that stay on her back for a short period of time.
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- Stinging InsectsBees and wasps can make a home in and around property that can be damaging. When stinging insects are living in close proximity to humans, situations can arise that cause them to attack. This presents serious health concerns and liability for property owners.
- SpringtailsSpringtails are very small insects. They are 1/16 inch in size. They range in color from gray to black. They have a spring-like tail and antennae that bend.
- Pill BugsPill Bugs are normally ¼ to 1/2 inch in size. They are gray in color with two antennae. They have a hard shell that covers their entire body.
- Palmetto BugsThis roach can grow to be 1 1/2 inches long and can range from a light brown color to a dark red with a set of tan wings. Other common names include the water bug, sewer roach and the palmetto bug. American cockroach fecal matter can often be mistaken as mouse droppings.
- BirdsEssential Pest Control is locally owned and operated in Tucson, Arizona. We have been servicing the Tucson community since 1981. Essential is a full service pest control company offering pest control, termite control, bee removal, bird control and weed control services. The company provides residential and commercial services and is able to handle any pest problem. The company’s service area also includes Green Valley, Marana, Oro Valley, Sahuarita, and Vail.
- RodentsReducing the amount of rodents and their burrows will help prevent bumblebees from nesting. A bumble bee can be aggressive, so control should be carried out by a professional. Direct insecticide applications to nest areas are very effective.
- MiceHouse Mice live inside and outside buildings. With only an 18 day period of gestation, they are very prolific breeders. They will have between 5 to 7 young per litter. They will feed on various things including, bread, seeds, sweets, and grains. They can nest in any undisturbed space. House Mice can climb vertical walls and can jump up to 3 feet high. They are most active at night.
- RatsKissing Bugs are active in the night. They are parasites that feed on the blood of mammals. They are often associated with Pack Rats and live in their dens. Kissing Bugs can also bite humans. They are often attracted into structures from exterior lighting. Kissing Bugs are a known vector for various diseases including Chagas Disease.
- SquirrelsEssential Pest Control specializes in rodent control with not just traps and baits, but exclusion work to keep rodents out of your home. We target mice, rats, gophers, ground squirrels and more. We perform live trapping, snap trapping, baiting and gassing for commercial and residential.
- GophersThere are multiple methods to control these pests. One way is with the use of smoke cartridges. The cartridges release a deadly gas into the burrow systems. Another method is the use of baits. A bait material is injected into the tunnels for the gophers to eat.