Other Pests

Why this service works well for our clients

• Exterior and interior treatments for seasonal and occasional pests
• Quarterly plans cover these pests as part of routine service
• If you are seeing it, we can treat it—call (231) 526-8420 to ask

Cluster flies

Cluster flies are one of the most common calls in Northern Michigan, especially in late summer and fall when they gather on sunny walls and find their way inside attics and wall voids.

• Treat exterior walls, soffits, and entry points before they move indoors
• Interior treatments for active infestations in attics and living spaces
• Quarterly plans include cluster fly prevention as part of fall service

Asian lady beetles

Often confused with ladybugs, Asian lady beetles congregate on warm exterior walls in fall and push into homes through small gaps around windows, doors, and vents.

• Exterior treatments timed for late-summer and fall congregation
• Sealing and exclusion recommendations for common entry points
• Included in quarterly fall service

Fleas

Flea problems usually start with pets but quickly spread to carpets, furniture, and baseboards. We treat both interior hot spots and exterior areas where pets spend time.

• Interior treatments targeting carpets, baseboards, and pet areas
• Exterior yard treatments for shaded areas where pets rest
• Follow-up guidance for laundering, vacuuming, and pet care

Box elder bugs

Box elder bugs gather on sunny exterior walls in fall and squeeze through cracks around windows and siding. They do not cause damage but are a nuisance in large numbers.

• Exterior treatments on south- and west-facing walls where they congregate
• Caulking and sealing recommendations for common entry points
• Fall quarterly service includes box elder prevention

Stink bugs

Brown marmorated stink bugs seek warm shelter as temperatures drop, entering homes through small gaps. They are harmless but unpleasant when disturbed.

• Exterior treatments timed for late-summer and fall ingress
• Focus on window frames, door seals, and soffit areas
• Part of standard fall quarterly service

Tent worms

Eastern tent caterpillars build silk tents in fruit trees and ornamentals in spring. Heavy infestations can defoliate small trees if left untreated.

• Targeted treatments for active tent caterpillar nests
• Spring timing to catch colonies before significant defoliation
• Often addressed as part of tree spraying programs

Earwigs and pill bugs

Earwigs and pill bugs thrive in damp areas—under mulch, in window wells, and around foundations. They are mostly a nuisance but can enter homes in wet seasons.

• Perimeter and foundation treatments targeting moisture-prone areas
• Recommendations for reducing harborage (mulch depth, drainage, debris)
• Covered under standard quarterly pest control plans