Pest Related Health Concerns

Cockroaches: Cockroaches can cause an allergic reaction or trigger asthma symptoms especially in children. They carry a variety of bacteria including E. Coli and Salmonella. Cockroaches are found in 70-90% of homes and are most active in weather greater than 70 degrees.

Ants: There are various types of ants that bite including the fire and carpenter ants. These bites can cause allergic reactions resulting in swelling and itching in those areas. Although fire ants do not typically get into your home, they can be a nuisance in your lawn and ornamental beds. Contact Florida Environmental for premier ant and pest control service in South Florida.

Spiders: Biting insects like spiders can cause serious allergic reactions. The most common symptoms are intense pain, muscle cramping, sweating, nausea, vomiting and hypertension. There are many types of spiders in South Florida that are poisonous including various recluse and widow spiders.

Fleas: Fleas can cause an allergic reaction and can spread heartworms among dogs and cats. If left untreated can multiply by the thousands in a short amount of time.

Rodents: Rats can become a major issue in your home if left untreated. They can gnaw through electrical wire, clothing, food and various other materials in your home. Rodents can pose a serious health risks by contaminating up to 10 times as much food as they eat.