Pest Control Info
Northville, MI

Quick Glance

Pest Companies Within 25 Miles:

84

Average Customer Rating:

4.2/5

Mosquito Season:

May To Sept

Termite Probability:

Low

Northville, MI Pest Statistics

  • Around 84 pest control companies service Northville residents with an average customer service rating of 4.2 out of 5.

  • Anopheles mosquitoes are common in the Northville area with mosquito season lasting from May to September.

  • Roach density in Northville is very heavy with American cockroaches, and Pennsylvania wood cockroaches being present.

  • Deer mice, White-footed mice, and Norway rats can be found in Northville.

  • The Brown dog tick, Deer tick, and common flea are active from April to December.

  • Northville is home to many stinging insects including Blackjackets, European hornets, Bald-faced hornets, Southern yellowjackets, Aerial yellowjackets, European paper wasps, Eastern yellowjackets, and Transition yellowjackets.

  • Roughly 131 ant species have been found in Michigan with the Camponotus pennsylvanicus specie being the most popular.

  • Bed bug density is very heavy in Northville, Michigan.

Frequently Asked Questions for Northville

Based on market research, an average of $35 to $45 a month for basic pest control services can help protect your Northville, MI home from the most common household pests. Longer billing cycles could be available to help discount the rate. A startup fee and contract agreement may be required for pest control plans. Pests that are more difficult to exterminate, such as bed bugs, are usually not included in basic pest plans.

Some Wayne County residents prefer pest control only when a pest has been spotted. Determined by the severity of the infestation and the pest, one time visits average $200 to $500. Although a one time visit could be necessary, monthly pest control services tend to be cheaper and continue to keep household pests under control.

With termites light in the Wayne County, Bed bug infestation extermination in Northville, MI is usually the most common and costly service, averaging $1 per square foot.



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Common Pests In Northville, Michigan


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Anopheles Mosquitoes

Anopheles mosquitoes, known for resting at a slight upward angle, are brownish-yellow in color with scaly wings. Females bite animals, such as cattle, or humans since they need blood for egg production. Anopheles mosquitoes seek out dim, sheltered areas preferring to rest during the day but are active at night. They may live up to two weeks in nature and will be found near water sources, whether small or large. If traveling to an area with an outbreak of malaria, you may want to talk to your doctor about options for protecting yourself from Anopheles mosquito bites.


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Pennsylvania Wood Cockroaches

Pennsylvania wood cockroaches are dark brown in color with light yellow outlining the sides of their body. Males grow to be about 1 inch, while females only reach about 3/4 of an inch in size. They predominantly nest in hollowed out trees or in wood piles. Their diet consists of decaying organic matter and sugary substances. To deter these cockroaches, regularly rake up fallen leaves, collect fruit on the ground from fruit trees and discard scrap wood.


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Camponotus pennsylvanicus

Camponotus pennsylvanicus, or carpenter ant, are black in color with butter yellow colored hair on their abdomen. They range in size from 6 to 14 millimeters. This carpenter ant is extremely destructive and will nest and burrow in wooden structures such as fence posts or buildings. While they do eat fruit and nectar, they are also fierce predators who will eat many other pests. When the opportunity presents itself, they will also scavenge for human food and trash.


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Norway Rats

Norway rats in Northville, MI are more commonly known as the sewer rat, or the typical brown rat. They are distinct by their brown, or dark gray, fur and light gray bellies. They can reach up to 10 inches in length with their tail growing to the same length as their body. They prefer to nest in close proximity to humans, are opportunistic feeders, and will eat just about anything. Keep homes clean and garbage cans sealed to avoid attracting them.


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Fishing Spiders

The Fishing Spider, also known as the Dolomedes, is a large arachnid that can grow up to one inch in body size with a leg span of up to four inches. They are typically characterized by their black bodies with striking orange markings on both their bodies and legs. Fishing Spiders are semi-aquatic and are often found in close proximity to water bodies where they hunt and feed on small fish, tadpoles, and aquatic bugs. Although they prefer outdoor habitats, Fishing Spiders can occasionally be found in Northville, MI homes located in close proximity to water.


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European Paper Wasps

European Paper Wasps, also known as Polistes dominula, share a striking similarity with Yellowjackets in their slim, black and yellow bodies that can reach up to 1 inch in length. These wasps build paper-like nests in cavities like attics, vents, eaves, and satellite dishes. They primarily feed on hornworms, caterpillars, nectar, and other sugary substances.


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Deer Ticks

Ixodes scapularis, commonly known as Deer Ticks, are a species of tick that exhibit a reddish-brown coloration with a hard, black exoskeleton, and can grow up to 3 millimeters in length. These ticks are notorious for their ability to transmit Lyme disease, a debilitating bacterial infection. Deer Ticks are known to lurk in tall grass and brushy areas of Northville, MI, waiting for a suitable host to walk by, at which point they attach themselves and begin feeding until fully engorged.


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Bed Bugs

Bed bugs are the size of an apple seed and are brown in color. They feed off of blood by biting their host causing itchy and irritable sites. Bed bugs are commonly found in furniture, mattresses, headboards, and hiding in small areas. Keep a regular cleaning schedule, minimize clutter in your home, and be cautious while traveling to prevent bringing them back to your home.

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