What did you see?
Every pest we meet in Valley homes, how to tell it apart, where it hides and what to do right now. Written from 21 years of routes, reviewed by Sam Karbelnig.
The pests we see most in Valley homes
AntsTrails in the kitchen, mostly Argentine ants
Rats and miceScratching in the attic, droppings in the garage
GophersFresh dirt mounds across the lawn
BeesSwarms, hives in walls, nests under eaves
WaspsPeaks Jun, Jul, Aug
MosquitoesBites at dusk, or all day from Aedes
CockroachesRoaches around plumbing and drains
SpidersWebs on eaves, widows in the garage
Bed bugsBites in a row, rust spots on sheets
TermitesPeaks Mar, Aug, Sep
SnakesHillside lots, ivy, wood piles
Fleas and ticksPets scratching, bites around the ankles
ScorpionsHillside lots, garages and bathtubs at night
CricketsPeaks May, Jun, Sep
EarwigsPeaks Apr, May, Jun
Not sure? Send a photoSam identifies it free and tells you if it even needs a visit
Pest library questions
What is the pest library?
A field guide to the pests we actually see in San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley homes, written from our own routes since 2005. Each page tells you how to identify it, where it hides, when it shows up, what to do right now and what we do about it.
Can you identify a pest from a photo?
Yes, and it is free. Send a photo through the quote form or text it to (818) 521 6892 and Sam will tell you what it is and whether it even needs a visit.
Why does identification matter before treatment?
Because an Argentine ant trail, a carpenter ant, and a termite swarm need three different treatments, and the wrong one wastes your money. We identify first, treat second.
Ready when you are.
Call, text, or send a quote request and Katie or Sam calls you back during office hours. No visit fee, no contract.
