Chandler residents are no strangers to scorpions, but how much do you know about them? Scorpions are arachnids, like spiders, and are often found in residential areas in basements, sheds, debris piles, and garages. Most homeowners are rightly afraid of scorpions; these pests can cause a painful sting. There are several types of scorpions in Arizona, and they all behave similarly. The Chandler pest control professionals at Ozone Pest Control bring you the complete guide to effective scorpion control.
Habits And Behaviors Of Common Scorpions
Scorpions are nocturnal, solitary creatures that only interact with other scorpions when they breed, birth, or eat one another. Arizona has perfect conditions for scorpions; they love its semiarid, subtropical climate. Scorpions can be found in the desert, and sometimes they wander into unsuspecting homes. One of the many interesting facts about scorpions is that scorpions can go a year without food, but they prefer not to. Scorpions are attracted to places there are adequate food sources and shelter from predators. Scorpions only ingest liquid, and they prey on other insects, discarding solid matter as they eat. Keeping your home and yard pest-free is just one way to deter scorpions.
The Symptoms Of A Scorpion’s Sting
Unlike other pests like mosquitoes and some spiders, scorpion stings are felt right away. The pain can be excruciating and often swells quickly after the event. Many symptoms begin immediately, and some occur days after an event. Not everyone experiences the symptoms listed here, and even if you’ve never had an anaphylactic occurrence, an event is not impossible. Symptoms include:
- Numbness or tingling at the site of the sting
- Swelling
- Difficulty breathing
- Sweating
- Nausea
- Vomiting
A scorpion sting is very painful. Ice and immediate first aid should be administered if you are stung by a scorpion. The venom can produce an immune response for at least 48 hours after the event, and small children, immunocompromised people, and seniors should be monitored closely for any changes at the site or worsening symptoms. Seek medical advice if symptoms worsen or are not better after a few days.
Five No-Sweat Scorpion Prevention Tips
Scorpions seek out food, water, and shelter from predators. If you are concerned about these pests, there are some steps you can take to deter scorpions from making a home in your house. The five no-sweat scorpion prevention tips include:
- Trim bushes, vines, and other overgrown foliage.
- Remove yard debris from your yard.
- Mow the lawn regularly.
- Eliminate standing water.
- Patch up mesh screens, seal cracks, and replace the weatherstripping at your door.
Furthermore, when you’re cleaning out a shed or working in the yard, take some precautions by wearing protective clothing to avoid an accidental run-in with one of these creatures. Thick gloves and hard, closed-toed shoes are good places to start.
The Trick To Total Scorpion Control For Chandler Homes
These arachnids have been around since before the dinosaurs, so you won’t be able to get rid of scorpions completely and forever. The trick to controlling scorpions in Chandler is a mix of residential prevention and working with a professional pest control company like Ozone Pest Control. We have three decades of experience in the pest control industry, and we’ve seen what works and what doesn’t. We are committed to our customers, awarded the best in pest control, and will maximize the budget you have to meet your pest control needs. We pride ourselves on our 98% customer retention rate and encourage you to pick up the phone and give us a call. Don’t get stung by scorpions. Let us help!
