Scorpion Control

Many people think of scorpions as aggressive and deadly, but they’re actually quite afraid of people and won’t sting unless threatened. Their stings also aren’t as dangerous as many people think; most people will not experience serious complications. So, if scorpions are afraid of people, why do they end up in our homes? It’s simple; they’re looking for food, water, and shelter.

Even though they aren’t as dangerous as many people think, nobody wants scorpions in their house. Scorpion control should only be handled by professionals. The Schendel Pest Services team are trained to handle scorpion problems safely and efficiently. Read on to learn more.

How to Keep Scorpions Out of Your Home

While professional pest control is always the best way to take care of a scorpion problem, there are a few measures you can take on your own. The most effective of these measures is pest exclusion, or preventing pests from entering the structure in the first place. You can take a few simple steps, such as the following:

• Seal up gaps and cracks. Check your home’s siding and foundation, as well as the areas around windows and doors, for cracks and holes. Use sealant to seal them up!
• Check your weather stripping. This is a simple way to keep scorpions out; it prevents them from squeezing under your door.
• Check your window screens. This is a good measure to take against all pests, not just scorpions!
• Remove harborage. This refers to places where scorpions can hide – including piles of yard debris, garbage, and firewood. Keep these off the ground and dispose of them promptly.

Scorpions will hide just about anywhere, from inside your firewood pile to underneath towels left on the floor. You should make every effort to remove all potential hiding places to discourage scorpions from setting up shop.

Are Scorpions Deadly?

Only one scorpion in the US, the Arizona bark scorpion, is considered deadly to humans. It is the most venomous scorpion in North America, but it still has a very low fatality rate; in fact, only two fatalities have occurred as a result of this scorpion’s sting since the 1960s. It is most dangerous to children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.

If you believe you have been stung by an Arizona bark scorpion, get medical help right away. Fatalities are rare, but still shouldn’t be treated lightly.

Schendel Pest Services’s Scorpion Extermination Process

Scorpions thrive in desert environments, and are therefore hard to kill. They can go for more than a year without food, as long as they have water; you probably won’t be able to wait them out. Even though they aren’t as dangerous as many people think, and their stings are very rarely deadly, you still don’t want them in your house.

Here’s how our scorpion control process works:

• Inspection. We start with a thorough inspection to find out where the scorpions are hiding – and which species you’re dealing with.
• Application. We’ll apply scorpion control products and take steps to exclude scorpions from your home.
• Ongoing Prevention. We’ll help you build a plan for ongoing maintenance to make sure your infestation stays gone.

Commercial Scorpion Control

We handle commercial scorpion infestations too! Scorpions are just as welcome in your business as they are in your home. Nobody wants to deal with these creatures while they’re on the clock – or while they’re visiting a local business.

Count on Schendel Pest Services to Keep Scorpions Out

The Schendel Pest Services team has over 2024 years of experience helping Kansas, Missouri, Arizona, & Arkansas home and business owners handle their scorpion control problems. Our team is well-versed in all the latest in pest control technology and tools. All our work is backed by a 100% guarantee, so you can count on effective service from us every time.

Give us a call to get started with a free inspection!