Pest Control - Dothan

Common pests in Dothan, AL 

Thanks to its humid climate, Dothan, Alabama has unique pest control challenges. Many species of bugs thrive when the air feels muggy, and this can make Dothan's summers a dream destination for various types of pests.

Here are five types of pests we frequently encounter in the Dothan area.

Bed bugs

These small, oval-shaped pests can multiply quickly, which makes early detection important. As their name implies, bed bugs hide around beds, in mattresses or headboards, and they come out at night to feed on human blood. If you find yourself waking up with itchy bites on your skin, you may have bed bugs in your home.

Termites

A termite infestation can lead to costly damage to your home or business. All species of termites eat wood, and they can damage the structural integrity of your property over time. Because termites are often found inside the wood, it can be hard to spot an infestation before damage has been done.

Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes can make a pleasant day outside annoying and frustrating. Mosquitoes are flying insects that use their long proboscis (part of their mouth) to suck blood from humans. While their bites can be irritating, mosquitoes can also carry disease-causing pathogens.

Wasps

Unlike bees, wasps can sting repeatedly. Alabama is home to the Alabama red wasp. These wasps are typically not aggressive unless provoked, but their stings can be quite painful. The red wasp is a type of paper wasp that constructs their open comb nests underneath eaves and other areas on structures.

Rodents

Rats and mice are always looking for easy access to food. They can find the smallest access point to enter your home or business, and from there they can do damage to the wiring in your walls. Rodents can also threaten your family's health, as they're known to spread disease-causing pathogens.