grand rapids township

proof. pest control in grand rapids twp, mi

common pest issues we treat in grand rapids twp

Ants, wasps, cockroaches, rodents and many other pests also call the Grand Rapids Twp area home. The experienced team here at proof. is ready to take on them all!

Some of the most common types of pests we treat in the area include:

• Rodents
• Spiders
• Carpenter Ants
• Termites

Some of the other common Grand Rapids Twp pests we encounter on a regular basic are ants in the spring and summer, and wasps and boxelder bugs in the summer and early fall.

grand rapids twp carpenter ant control

Carpenter ants are known for chewing through wood to build their elaborate nests. Many people believe that these ants eat wood, but they actually just tunnel through it and chew on it in order to break away pieces needed for their nests.

In order to avoid structural damage to your home, there are a few things you can do to prevent carpenter ant infestations.

These include:

• Eliminate non-essential water sources in your yard and home
• Trim trees and shrubs to keep them away from the home
• Seal any cracks or openings around doors and windows
• Store piles of wood away from the home

Because they prefer wood that is softened by moisture or fungus, it is best to monitor the wood surrounding your home and remove it if it is damp or coated in fungus.

termite control in grand rapids twp

Costing billions of dollars’ worth of damage each year, termites are every homeowner’s worst nightmare. Since they are often hidden away within the structure of a home, they can be there for years before a homeowner finally discovers them. The three types of termites are subterranean, drywood, and dampwood. All in search of wood, termites have the potential to cause extensive, irreversible damage to your home.

Things that attract termites include:

• Excess foliage
• Piles of wood
• Dead or decaying trees
• Mulch
• Cellulose material
• Clogged gutters
• Warm, dark places
• Moist soil

If you notice winged ants, mud tubes, wings that have been shed, or structural damage to your home, you might be facing a termite infestation.

cockroach control in grand rapids twp

Cockroaches are common all over the world and they take up residence in and around homes in Grand Rapids Township as well. In this area, we most often see German cockroaches, though other species make appearances too.

They like messy areas so you’ll often find them where you store yard clippings, old toys or sporting equipment, junk and other debris. They tend to stay hidden most of the time, so if you see one, you could already have an infestation on your hands!

grand rapids twp wasp control

There are several types of wasps that live in Grand Rapids Township, especially around homes that back out onto undeveloped land. German yellow jackets and bald-faced hornets 2 of the most common.

They are all capable of imparting multiple stings. This makes them quite dangerous as their stings are painful and can be harmful to some people.