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Pest
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Ants
Earwigs
Roaches
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Bugs
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Gnats
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Carpenter
Ants:
Carpenter ants are among the largest ants found in the United
States, ranging from 1/8 to 1/2 inch long, the queens are slightly
bigger. They commonly excavate galleries or tunnels in rotting or
sound trees and in structures, readily infest wood, foam insulation,
and cavities. Carpenter Ants enter structures through gaps or cracks
while foraging for food. If you suspect a carpenter ant problem
call Seitz Bros. and be sure!
Earwigs:
Adult earwigs are 1/4 to 1 inch long, dark brown to black with
a red head and pale yellow-brown legs. The body is long and flattened.
The most notable characteristics are pincer-like appendages at the
end of the abdomen, the forceps. Earwigs are outdoor insects, which
become household pests when they invade structures, usually at night.
If you suspect an earwig problem, call Seitz Bros. and be sure!
Roaches:
German cockroaches: German cockroaches are 1/2 to 5/8 inches
long when mature, light brown to tan. The shield-like segment behind
the head has two dark parallel bars on it.
Oriential Cockroach: Male oriential cockroaches are 1 inch long
and females are 1 1/4 inches long when mature, and red brown to
black.
American cockroach: American cockroaches are 1 3/8 to 2 1/8 inches
long when mature, and red-brown. The shield-like area behind the
head has a dirty-yellow band around its edge. If you suspect a roach
problem, call Seitz Bros. and be sure!
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