Chandler, AZ

Chandler's arid climate is perfect for all sorts of pest insects. Knowing the most common insects enables residents to prepare for infestation and react accordingly.

Most Common Pests in Chandler

The following insects are encountered by residents of Chandler:

• Scorpions - The Arizona bark scorpions are most visible in warm months, when they will retreat to cool, dark places near buildings
  
  
• Cockroaches - German and American cockroaches adore Chandler's weather and infest kitchens, bathrooms, and wet areas
  
  
• Ants - Harvester ants, pavement ants, and carpenter ants infest buildings and landscaping around structures
  
  
• Spiders - Desert brown spiders, wolf spiders, and black widows in sheds, garages, and outside
  
  
• Termites - Subterranean termites infest wooden structures, particularly during monsoon when it is wetter
  
  
• Crickets - Camel crickets and field crickets are fall pests, infesting buildings in search for warmth
  
  
• Beetles - Palo verde beetles and ground beetles are generally found around plants and outdoor lighting
  
  
• Wasp and Bees - Paper wasps, mud daubers, and bee swarms cause nesting issues on and around eaves and buildings
  
  
• Mosquitoes - Standing water from irrigation and pools invites these insects onto summer nights
  
  
• Silverfish - These aquatic insects infest stored commodities, clothing, and paper items in dark locations
  
  
• Centipedes - Desert centipedes and building centipedes infest structures during extreme weather conditions
  
  
• Camel Spiders - Active at night, these spiders can enter buildings in search of food insects

Professional Treatment Required

Chandler's pleasant weather makes most pests active year-round. Routine checks of the property and professional pest control become imperative to maintain nice living conditions.

Different pests necessitate different treatment schemes. Scorpions need barrier treatments of buildings, and ant infestations can require baiting systems. Termite prevention involves soil treatments and moisture control measures. Temperature fluctuations during the monsoon season could drive most outdoor pests into residential areas, increasing activity levels exponentially.

Professional pest control agencies know the unusual ecosystem conditions of Arizona and devise personalized treatment plans for all types of infestations. Effective pest control relies on understanding the habits of local species and seasonal patterns.

Call Green Arrow Pest Solutions for full-service pest control services in Chandler to properly handle these most prevalent pest issues.

Chandler's rapid growth and diverse landscape present unique pest issues year-round. From traditional communities to master-planned communities, understanding seasonal trends enables residents and businesses to encourage pest-free conditions within this fast-growing East Valley city.

Spring: Growth and Emergence

March to May sees increased pest activity on Chandler's diverse developments. Subterranean termites swarm in properties with mature mesquite trees and mature landscapes. Pavement ants build large colonies along sidewalks and driveways in newer subdivisions, and fire ants create dominant areas along recreation centers and parks. Desert banded geckos are found near outdoor lighting, which brings other insects into residential areas.

Summer: Extreme Heat Adaptations

Chandler's hot summer weather compels insects into cooler habitats. Bark scorpions enter air-conditioned buildings via openings in the new property, usually in areas around laundry areas and bathrooms. Palo verde beetles are encountered during monsoon buildup, visiting landscape lighting in the area of Chandler's many shopping centers. Flies breed in large numbers in areas of restaurant complexes and food service facilities along major highways.

Monsoon Season: Moisture-Driven Infestations

Arizona's monsoon season poses special challenges to Chandler's diverse properties. Desert retention area flash flooding pushes pack rats into neighborhoods, and standing water on building sites provides a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Silverfish infestations break out in climate-controlled office facilities and retail stores, and fungus gnats ride on overwatered commercial landscapes in the city's business districts.

Fall: Migration and Preparation

September to November is peak pest activity across Chandler's expanding footprint. Roof rats take winter refuge in new and old residential attics. Wolf spiders are more visible as they move into buildings, and yellowjackets congregate around picnic tables and schoolyards before winter hibernation.

Winter: Continued Activity

Chandler's mild winter weather still has ongoing pest issues. Stored product pests continue to be active in commercial food storage facilities and distribution centers, and sporadic temperature increases induce bursts of activity from scorpions and spiders in hibernation. German cockroaches continue to breed in heated commercial food facilities and multi-family dwelling buildings.

Green Arrow Pest Solutions is committed to Chandler's unique pest control needs, providing tailored solutions for the city's varied residential and commercial properties throughout the year.