Scorpion Control Texas & Oklahoma
Spotting a scorpion in your home can catch you off guard. Your home is meant to be where you feel most relaxed, and seeing a scorpion can interrupt that calm. At Barefoot Mosquito & Pest Control, we know that moment of surprise, especially since scorpions are part of everyday life in Texas and Oklahoma. They wander inside looking for shelter from the weather or searching for water.
Though scorpions mean you know harm, we think everyone should feel comfortable in their own space without wondering what's in the corner. In other words, managing scorpion infestations isn't just about pest removal; it's about helping you feel at ease again and making your home feel like yours.
We offer effective scorpion management solutions designed to eliminate current activity and greatly reduce the chances of future visits. Our goal is simple: to secure your home's perimeter and help you relax indoors without constantly worrying about what might be lurking in the shadows. We're dedicated to giving you back the peace of mind that comes with a pest-free home.
For a friendly approach to scorpion control in Texas and Oklahoma, call us at (888) 840-5806 or contact us online.
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Our Approach to Scorpion Control
Our service is thorough and straightforward. A friendly technician visits your home for a careful inspection. We look for the small things that might be letting scorpions in, like tiny foundation cracks or gaps around pipes and doorways. We also spot potential hiding places on your property, such as woodpiles or cluttered spots that scorpions find appealing.
After a thorough inspection, we focus on treating both the interior and exterior of your home, establishing a protective barrier that handles any scorpions currently present and actively prevents new ones from entering. Because scorpions are drawn to areas with plenty of food, our service also works to reduce the populations of their favorite meals, such as crickets and spiders. This dual approach naturally makes your property less appealing to them.
To keep this defense consistently strong, we offer recurring services throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, Barefoot Mosquito & Pest Control professional scorpion control can eliminate your scorpion problem in Texas. Scorpions are common in our warm climate, with species such as the striped bark scorpion seen the most around large cities.
We may use targeted insecticides in spots where scorpions hide, such as crevices and cracks around the home perimeter. We also recommend eliminating debris, sealing entry points like doors and windows, and removing standing water; scorpions like water. Our success rates for removing scorpions are high with regular treatments.
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Homeowners with scorpion infestations should immediately contact a professional pest control company. We may use residual insecticides that penetrate the pests’ tough exoskeletons and provide 90 days or more of protection. These chemicals are usually deployed around home entrances, hiding spots, and the perimeter.
For an occasional scorpion in the home, you can try glue traps for scorpions and various consumer scorpion sprays. But call for professional assistance if you see scorpions often on your property. -
These are the best ways to keep scorpions out of your home:
- Seal entryways: Check for cracks in doors, windows, and walls. Seal gaps with weather stripping or caulk. Scorpions can squeeze through tiny spaces, so be thorough.
- Eliminate food sources: Scorpions are attracted to areas with abundant prey, such as insects, such as crickets, roaches, and ants. Reduce their food supply by keeping your home clean, sealing food containers, and using pest control methods like diatomaceous earth or boric acid for insects.
- Remove hiding zones: Scorpions love dark, cluttered areas. Clear out piles of wood, rocks, or debris around your property. Trim bushes and keep grass short to reduce shaded, moist areas where they thrive.
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Pest control companies use a variety of chemicals to target scorpions, focusing on insecticides that are effective against their tough exoskeletons and unique biology. Commonly used chemicals include:
- Deltamethrin: Widely used for indoor and outdoor scorpion control, this insecticide disrupts their nervous system for a quick kill. It’s found in many professional pest control products.
- Cypermethrin: A synthetic pyrethroid that attacks the scorpion’s nervous system, causing paralysis and death. It’s often applied as a spray around perimeters and hiding spots like basements or garages.
- Bifenthrin: Another synthetic pyrethroid, valued for its long-lasting residual effects. When appropriately applied, it can keep scorpions at bay for weeks, making it ideal for ongoing protection.
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Eliminate clutter in the home, such as piles of clothes, boxes, and other stuff on the floors and walls, especially in the garage, basement, and storage area.
Seal all entry points into the home, such as cracks in walls, windows, and doors. Use weatherstripping or caulk to seal any gaps you find.
Clean up outside, such as trimming trees and bushes to prevent them from touching the home exterior. Also, secure your pets and food, including pet food and water bowls.
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Yes. Barefoot Mosquito & Pest Controlcan provide emergency scorpion control. Contact our office immediately for a free price quote in less than an hour.
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It depends. Many scorpion control methods use granules, sprays, and dust applications around the home perimeter and in cracks, crevices, and baseboards. So, leaving the home may not be necessary. However, talk to your pest control technician about their recommendations.
Getting to Know Our Local Scorpion
While Texas is home to about 18 different scorpion species, most of them live in other parts of the state, like West Texas. The Striped Bark Scorpion is the one that has adapted well to our residential areas.
This adaptable creature is just as comfortable in our neighborhoods as it is in woodlands or prairies. You can recognize it by its pale yellowish-tan color and the two distinct dark stripes running down its back. They typically grow to be about two and a half inches long. As nocturnal hunters, they are most active at night, searching for insects like crickets and spiders. They are also excellent climbers, which is why Texas and Oklahoma City homeowners sometimes find them in attics or wall voids after they’ve come inside.
It’s reassuring to know that while their sting is certainly painful, it is not considered life-threatening for healthy adults and is often compared to a bee sting. They typically only sting when they feel surprised or provoked. In the Austin area, there is another native species called the Texas Cave Scorpion, but you are very unlikely to ever see one. As its name suggests, this reclusive, dark-colored scorpion lives exclusively in caves and limestone grottos along the Balcones Escarpment and doesn't venture into homes.
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InspectionOur pest inspection will determine the type and source of your pest problem. Our preventive pest control is available with a quote in under an hour.
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Recommend Service PlanOur pest control techs will recommend the perfect pest control service plan for your needs. Our pest management is affordable and effective.
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Follow Up & Routine ServicesRegular pest control and pest prevention ensures your home is pest-free. Preventive pest control avoids infestations.
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Guaranteed WorkOur professional pest control is guaranteed for 12 months in most cases. The best pest control services will quote you in under an hour.