What They Are
Beyond the headline pests, Lubbock homes deal with a range of crawling insects that, while less dangerous, are persistent and unwelcome: crickets in garages and basements, earwigs under debris and in damp areas, silverfish in closets and bookshelves, centipedes in bathrooms and utility rooms, and pantry pests contaminating stored food.
Why They're a Problem in Lubbock & West Texas
West Texas's dry climate drives moisture-seeking insects indoors. Crickets become especially problematic in late summer and fall, they congregate in massive numbers near building foundations and find their way inside through any available gap. Silverfish thrive in areas with humidity fluctuation, which is common in older Lubbock homes with inconsistent insulation.
Signs of Infestation
- Crickets chirping in garages, basements, or utility areas
- Silverfish found in bookshelves, closets, or bathroom cabinets
- Earwigs appearing in damp areas, under potted plants, or near entryways
- Centipedes in bathrooms, basements, or utility rooms
- Contaminated dry goods in pantry areas (moths, weevils)
Interior and exterior barrier treatment as part of every plan eliminates these crawling pests on contact and creates a perimeter barrier that prevents re-entry. All of the pests on this page are covered under every SWAT plan starting with Strike.
Get Protected
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