Scorpion Problems: Why You Should Step Away and Call a Pest Pro!

For most people, the mention of scorpions invokes images of long, black arachnids with dangerous tails roaming exotic deserts and rainforest. Many Arizonans, however, do not need to think of a location more exotic than their very own backyard to imagine a scorpion problem. Scorpions pose a great threat and can be extremely aggressive if provoked. Continue reading this article to find out why it’s smart to leave the extermination and prevention of scorpions on your property to a professional.

Scorpions are good at hiding.

Scorpions have had nearly 500 million years to evolve and adapt to varying environments. In the past, this meant climbing over rocks, crawling through cracks and burrowing in sand. Today, it means that they can find plenty of places to hide in and around your home. Burns Pest Elimination has trained household and commercial pest control professionals with years of experience that can track and catch even the sneakiest scorpions in your home or office building.

Scorpion infestations pose a threat to your family’s well-being.

Arizona is home to 36 species of scorpion. Each of these species can sting, but it may be comforting to know that most of these species do not pose a serious threat. Nevertheless, scorpion stings are always painful and they can be particularly dangerous to infants, the elderly and other vulnerable individuals. Even healthy adults can put themselves in danger by trying to exterminate scorpions without taking certain precautions. If you stumble upon a cyclone of scorpions and they feel threatened, the combined venom from multiple stings could put you in serious danger.

To ensure your family is safe in your home, have a pest control professional who specializes in scorpion detection and extermination inspect your property. For help in making your Phoenix property a scorpion-free zone, call Burns Pest Elimination at (623) 201-4992.