Common pests in Kansas City, MO
Here are the most common pests in the Kansas City area.
Ants
Nuisance ants and carpenter ants are the most prominent species of ant that infest homes in Kansas City. Nuisance ants are tiny black ants that can be found crawling around kitchens and bathrooms. They are typically seen trailing, searching for food and water. If you have fallen crumbs or open food in your home, nuisance ants could be drawn in. Tiny nuisance ants can also be found where there is excess moisture such as under sinks and dishwashers. Unlike nuisance ants, carpenter ants are destructive pests that can damage wood in and around your home. They are usually found crawling on decks, wooden railings and outdoor furniture, as well as window and doorframes.
Spiders
The most common species of spiders in Kansas City are house spiders. Common house spiders are readily found in homes across the U.S., and our area is no exception. Although they are mostly harmless, house spiders can frighten those who are bothered by their presence. You will most likely come across a house spider making a web in corners where foot traffic is lowest in your house. That could be anywhere from closets to basements, utility rooms, and other storage spaces.
Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are tiny pests that hide in tight spaces like bed frames, mattress piping, inside dresser drawers, within wicker furniture, behind peeled wallpaper and hung artwork, and deep within couches. They are infamous for the red welts they may cause when they feed on humans as they sleep or relax for long periods of time. Because they are small and mostly nocturnal, the chances of finding a live bed bug are slim. If you believe you have bites on your body or find small black stains on your bed sheets and bed frame, it's time to call our branch for an inspection.
Cockroaches
German cockroaches can be a headache for homeowners that contend with an infestation. Cockroaches, like most household pests, are drawn indoors by a readily available food or water source. Food sources can vary from fallen crumbs to open food containers and general clutter. Leaky appliances in your kitchen or bathroom can be the perfect resource for cockroach feeding. Because cockroach infestations can grow quickly, it's important for you to call our Kansas City branch as soon as you suspect cockroaches are in your home.
