What Are the Top 5 Most Destructive Pests in Yuba City?

There's more than enough creepy crawlies and little critters buzzing around to fill a Yuba City pest control company's diary. However, five seem to cause more severe damage to people's bodies, homes or yards than any others. Whether it's the northern California climate, the soil or both — these five pests can't get enough of what the locals have to offer. 

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1. Ants

The mighty red imported fire ant is famous for its nasty burning sting. These little blighters come from South America originally, with reddish-brown bodies that make them look pretty intimidating. While they're not big fans of people, their mounds can destroy lawns and flower beds. If people or their pets disturb the colony, they attack in a swarm and sting relentlessly.

There's no natural remedy to an ant infestation, to eliminate them, you'll need to call in pest control in Yuba City.

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2. Cockroaches

Nothing inspires fear quite like a cockroach. However, the beautiful California climate has to come with some drawbacks. These resilient creatures are notoriously tricky to fumigate once they've taken a liking to your property. They can survive in inhospitable environments, live without water or food for months and resist heat and cold better than most other bugs. They're also carriers of salmonella and a health hazard to people with asthma, so call in a Yuba City, California, pest control company as soon as you spot one.

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3. Fleas

Fleas are on this list because they can be so persistent and difficult to get rid of. Even though they live off the blood of animals — and humans, if they're forced — they can survive for as long as 100 days with no host. While they don't post a direct health risk to people, they can cause painful itching that breaks the skin and leads to infection. Additionally, a flea infestation can be incredibly harmful to your pet.

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4. Rodents

If you live in certain areas in the north of California, you might be at risk of a rodent infestation. People often get upset when this happens, because they feel like it's a reflection on their home. Don't worry — even the cleanest houses can attract mice or rats if they're unlucky. If you do spot a rodent in your home or nesting in your yard, call pest control services immediately. Bites from these little guys can cause disease and lead to infection.

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5. Termites

Termites live in highly structured cooperative groups, and when they take over, they leave a dreadful trail of destruction in their wake. One of the most annoying thing about them is that it's difficult to spot a termite infestation before they've caused costly damage. They feed on wood, making many precious areas within your home high-risk areas for termite feeding.

If you're trying to battle pests in Yuba City alone, stop. The team at Joel's Pest Control are highly experienced experts with a passion for helping people eliminate bugs and critters from their properties.

Call us today at 530-435-7897 or fill out our online form for a free quote.