Expert Pest Control Services in Big Spring, Texas

Striped bark scorpions are nocturnal hunters that shelter by day under rocks, in woodpiles, and inside wall voids, then slip through tiny foundation gaps at night. They glow under ultraviolet light, which is how we map their activity after dark. Yards with rock landscaping and stacked firewood hold the most. We treat the harborage zones, seal the foundation gaps they travel, and advise on moving woodpiles away from the house and trimming vegetation off the walls. Reducing their daytime shelter is what keeps them outside.

Red imported fire ants build mounds fast after rain and defend them aggressively, which makes barefoot yards and play areas a real concern. Howard County falls inside the state fire ant quarantine area, so we handle mounds with methods suited to regulated ground. We treat individual mounds and bait the foraging territory so workers carry treatment back to the queens. New mounds get checked on follow-up visits, because colonies relocate and satellite mounds appear through the warm months.

Subterranean termites forage through the soil year-round here and climb foundations in mud tubes to reach the structure. Spring swarms of winged termites are the visible alarm, along with shed wings on windowsills. Drywood termites can also infest attic framing and furniture, leaving behind small piles of pellet-like droppings. We inspect the full foundation line and attic, probe suspect wood, and place targeted treatments along colony routes. Annual rechecks matter because soil disturbance from construction and landscaping opens new paths.

American cockroaches enter through drains, sewers, and utility chases, drawn by the moisture that West Texas summers make precious. Inside, they cluster wherever it stays damp: laundry rooms, under sinks, and utility closets. German cockroaches are the kitchen breeders, multiplying fast behind appliances and inside cabinets. We treat the harborages with products suited to each species, screen drains, and address the leaks and damp spots pulling them in. Dry plumbing chases recover the fastest.

Roof rats nest in attics and sheds and travel fence lines and rooflines at night. House mice slip through dime-sized gaps around pipes, vents, and garage doors. Both chew wiring and contaminate stored food, and both grow wary of new objects, so trap and bait placement takes patience. We map entries across the house and outbuildings, remove the rodents inside, and seal every route with chew-proof materials. Clearing the brush and debris they den in is part of the lasting fix.

Rain here comes in bursts, and every burst leaves breeding water: stock tanks, clogged gutters, toys, and low spots in the yard. Mosquito season runs long in West Texas, and the biters follow the water. We walk the property to find and drain breeding sites, treat the water that cannot be emptied, and address shaded resting areas. Dumping containers after each rain does more than any single treatment, and we show you the spots you are missing.

Bed bugs ride in on luggage and used furniture, then spread unit to unit in multi-family housing. They hide in mattress seams, box springs, and furniture joints, feeding at night and leaving rust-colored spotting behind. We confirm with a detailed inspection before treating, then target the sleeping and resting areas with methods matched to the infestation. Follow-up visits are built into the plan because eggs survive the first pass and hatch later.

Black widows build messy webs low in sheds, woodpiles, and under patio furniture, marked by the red hourglass on the female. Brown recluses hide in undisturbed storage: boxes, closets, and behind furniture, identified by the violin marking. Both avoid people but bite when pressed against skin. We treat the harborage areas, clear the clutter and debris they favor, and seal the gaps that let them drift indoors. Gloves and a shake-out habit for stored items complete the picture.