Pest Library – Identify & Prevent Common Pests in South Carolina
Expert Pest Identification & Control Tips
Wondering what kind of pest is invading your home?
Our Pest Library helps you identify & prevent common pests in South Carolina. Whether you're dealing with
ants, cockroaches, termites, rodents, or mosquitoes, we provide expert information on how to recognize infestations and protect your home.
Common Pests in South Carolina
📢 Click on a pest below to learn how to identify, prevent, and eliminate them!
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Cockroaches – The #1 pest in South Carolina homes.
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Ants – Fire ants, carpenter ants & household ants.
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Rodents – Mice & rats cause damage & spread disease.
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Spiders – Venomous & nuisance spiders in SC.
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Mosquitoes – Dangerous disease carriers.
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Termites – Silent destroyers of homes & businesses.
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Bed Bugs – How to identify & eliminate infestations.
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Stinging Insects – Wasps, hornets & yellow jackets.
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Pest Identification & Prevention Guides
🪳 Cockroaches
How to Identify Roaches in Your Home
- Found in kitchens, bathrooms & dark crevices.
- Common species in SC: German Roaches, American Roaches, Wood Roaches.
- Leave droppings, shed skins & a musty smell.
How to Prevent Roaches
✔ Keep food in sealed containers.
✔ Fix leaks & reduce humidity.
✔ Seal cracks around doors & windows.
🐜 Ants
Types of Ants in South Carolina
- Fire Ants – Aggressive, painful stings, build large mounds.
- Carpenter Ants – Destroy wooden structures.
- Sugar Ants – Invade kitchens in search of food.
How to Prevent Ants
✔ Keep food sealed & clean up crumbs.
✔ Remove moisture sources.
✔ Use ant baits & perimeter treatments.
🐭 Rodents (Mice & Rats)
Signs of a Rodent Infestation
- Droppings near food sources & in cabinets.
- Gnaw marks on furniture, wires & food packaging.
- Scratching noises inside walls or attics.
How to Prevent Rodents
✔ Seal entry points (gaps, cracks, vents).
✔ Store food properly & remove clutter.
✔ Use traps & professional exclusion methods.
🕷 Spiders
Dangerous Spiders in South Carolina
- Black Widow Spider – Venomous, glossy black with a red hourglass mark.
- Brown Recluse Spider – Venomous, light brown with a violin-shaped marking.
- House Spiders & Wolf Spiders – Harmless but common indoors.
How to Prevent Spiders
✔ Reduce clutter & eliminate food sources (other insects).
✔ Seal cracks & remove webs.
✔ Use insecticide treatments for long-term control.
