GOT A PEST PROBLEMIN LUBBOCK?

Roaches enter Lubbock homes through tiny gaps in foundations and pipe penetrations. Once inside, populations can double every 28 days. Signs: droppings under sinks, foul odor in cabinets, sightings during the day (sign of heavy infestation).

Red imported fire ants cause over 20,000 ER visits in the US annually. Lubbock yards are prime territory. Signs: reddish mounds with no central hole, swarming attack when nest is disturbed, painful pustules on skin.

Asian tiger and yellow fever mosquitoes have established in Lubbock and bite during daylight hours. Signs: swarms near shaded vegetation, daytime bites, eggs in any container holding water for 5+ days.

Once inside a Lubbock home, subterranean termites can compromise structural integrity within 3–8 years. Signs: buckling floors, doors that no longer close properly, mud spots on drywall.

Once fleas establish in a Lubbock home, they persist in carpets, upholstery, and pet bedding for months. Signs: red itchy bites on lower legs, larvae in cracks between floorboards, pet hair loss from over-scratching.

Rodents start house fires by chewing electrical wiring — a leading cause of unexplained electrical issues in Lubbock. Signs: droppings in the attic, gnaw marks on wires, scratching sounds in walls or ceilings at night.