Occasional Invaders | Dirks Pest Management

Stink Bugs

There are 221 species of stink bugs in North America. Among the various species, the adult size ranges from 5 to 18 millimeters.

Varied Carpet Beetles

Varied carpet beetles feed on dead insects, but also feed on upholstery and carpet, so they can damage those materials. They can also damage clothing fabric.

Silverfish

Reduce food sources. Keep cereals, flour, meal, pastas, pet foods, and pet treats in airtight containers. Vacuum carpets, flooring, and upholstered furniture regularly.

Powderpost Beetles

Powderpost beetles often attack hardwoods, and can be found in hardwood floors, timbers and crates, antiques and other objects made of hardwood materials.

Pillbugs

Pillbugs do not spread diseases or invade food products. However, the pillbug is often considered a pest when it gains entry into a home.

Merchant Grain Beetles

Merchant grain beetles can infest stored food products and can contaminate food.

Lady Bugs

Lady beetles can play an important role in managing some insect pests in crops and landscapes.

Indian Meal Moth

Indian Meal Moths infest foods and can contaminate food products.

The house centipede is often seen in and around homes where dampness occurs such as closets, bathrooms or areas underneath homes. House centipedes are nocturnal and search for insects at night. This species of centipede reaches...

Earwigs

Contrary to folklore, earwigs do not crawl into ears and eat peoples' brains at night. They do not spread diseases, but their menacing appearance can be alarming to a homeowner.

Springtails (Snow Fleas)

Snow fleas are not a threat to family pets as they are not a flea at all. Their sole diet consists of rotting plant food.

House Dust Mites

People may be allergic to house dust mite cast skins and droppings. Approximately 50-80% of asthmatics may have symptoms due to house dust mites.