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Pointe Pest Control is committed to keeping your home pest-free in every season. Our team of experienced and state-certified technicians are dedicated to providing safe and effective pest control services for the Western Illinois and Eastern Missouri areas. If a pest problem is not completely resolved after a visit, our technicians will return until it is eliminated.

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Here Comes the Beetle

Beetles make up one of the largest general categories of common pests. There are both large and small ones, colorful and dark ones, horned and harmless ones…basically, every possible insect attribute can be found within the beetle group. There are over 350,000 beetle species in the world, and a modest 30,000 can be found in the United States. These insects may be fascinating to examine, but they are not ideal houseguests to have.

Although most beetles are not great fliers, they are easily recognized by their distinct wing pattern. They have two front wings that look like shells, and they fold these elytra over their back wings when at rest. This creates the distinct line down their backs. Beetles also have the six legs, two antennae, and chewing mouthparts that many other insects do, and their specific life spans depend on the species. No matter the shape and size of the beetles causing problems for you, Pointe Pest Control will tackle the issue with our thorough services.

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As with every attribute of beetles, their specific habitat preferences differ between species. Each type of beetle is equipped with different abilities that help them to live in taxing climates. Many types, like Japanese beetles and ground beetles, live among the vegetation and decaying plants they feed upon. Others, such as water scavenger beetles, spend their whole lives in the water. Still others, like dung beetles, have their own specific habitats that are unique to them. No matter where beetles live, they all like to have their food sources close by.

Some species are speedier than others, but most need to stay hidden for their own protection. This is precisely why any beetles that get inside a house will immediately look for an undisturbed space. They are commonly found in closets, upholstered furniture, carpeting, cabinets, and basements. Some species will not survive very long in the warm and dry space, while others can lay their eggs and find food sources within a few days. Sealing any gaps around doors and windows, as well as any cracks and holes, is essential in preventing beetles. The barrier treatments provided by Pointe Pest Control seal the deal – literally – in keeping you beetle-free.

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The beetle family is so expansive that just about everything on Earth can be considered beetle food. Most plants – living, dead, or in between – is eaten by many beetles, including green June beetles and scarabs. The rotten organic matter is not much of a problem, but these herbivorous beetles can become true garden pests when they munch on live plants and crops. Other beetles, like ladybugs and ground beetles, prey on the plant-eating beetles and make themselves useful in the garden.

Besides these herbivorous and carnivorous categories, there are smaller subcategories of beetle diets. One is comprised of wood-boring beetles, like powder post beetles and bark beetles. They burrow deep inside wood, consuming the cellulose as they go. Then, there are saprophagous beetles, like dung beetles and ironclad beetles. These species feed on dead animal matter, and often lay their eggs in the food source as well. Beetles can be parasitic, cannibalistic, fungus-eating, fabric-consuming, and everything in between. But, as tough as they are, no beetle can withstand the effective treatments of Pointe Pest Control.

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We apply our liquid treatments and granules to the house’s exterior and foundation.

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We will also treat and fill small entry points on the house to block beetles out.

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Beetles in Missouri and Illinois

There are interesting facts to be found for each of the hundreds of thousands of beetle species, but that would take a long time to get through. Instead, these are three of the most common beetle species in Missouri.

Japanese Beetles – Popillia japonica

Many people may recognize this half-inch-long beetle as a frequent visitor of their summer gardens. It has shiny green coloring, contrasted by their brown wing covers. They only live for about two months, and they spend much of that time on the plants that are in direct sunlight. Japanese beetles devour the inner parts of the leaves and lay their eggs, about forty to sixty total, in the soil underneath. They die off before the autumn chill sets in, but Japanese beetles certainly make their mark during their short lives.

Varied Carpet Beetles – Anthrenus verbasci

Carpet beetles are some of the least visible beetles around, but they can cause issues in the most areas. They are about three millimeters long, with a mottled pattern of black, white, brown, and yellow. Since it can take up to three years for their eggs to develop, varied carpet beetles can stay hidden in the attic or other isolated rooms for years. Their favorite meals are dead insects, carpeting, upholstery, hair, and organic foods. They are not dangerous, but varied carpet beetles can put enough holes in clothing and carpeting to frustrate anyone.

Ash Bark Beetles – Hylesinus spp.

This is one of the notable beetle species that will not last long indoors if they are accidentally brought in. Ash bark beetles are two to four millimeters long and dark gray, with black markings to camouflage themselves further. They tunnel deeper into the wood under the bark as soon as they become larvae, crafting intricate tunnels that lead away from the egg galleries. Ash bark beetles attack trees weakened by disease or age, and typically invade pre-cut trees. When a tree is infested with these beetles, it will have small entry and exit holes on the bark, and may even produce a wandering ash bark beetle once in a while.

It can feel overwhelming to think of all the beetles that live on Earth. Keeping beetles out of your home should be as straightforward as possible, which is why Pointe Pest Control is here to keep your home beetle-free.

Bad Beetles, Bad Beetles

With the huge variety of beetle species in the U.S. alone, it is easy to see why there are also plenty of risks with a beetle invasion. Beetles are not especially dangerous to humans and pets in a general invasion. The greatest threat of beetles is the damage they cause to plants and material possessions. Carpet beetles and all of their fabric-eating brethren are often the culprits behind those annoying holes in clothing and blankets. The beetles that are herbivores can destroy leaves, flowers, and produce over the course of an annual growing season. Plus, as with every pest, any food or drink that has been touched by beetles is now contaminated and should be thrown away.

Perhaps the worst part of a beetle invasion is the fact that they reproduce. The rate and quantity varies with each species, but beetles in general go through the metamorphosis of egg, larva, pupa, and adult. The amount of time each stage takes is completely dependent on the species, environment, and diet. One important fact to note is that beetles lay their eggs right next to, if not on top of, their food source. Where you find multiple adult beetles, their eggs are sure to be as well.

Pointe Pest Control Battles Beetles

Preventing beetles from invading is very similar to preventing most pests: seal any cracks and gaps, clean crumbs and spills, and repair any leaks as soon as possible. Keeping the yard free of leaf litter and overgrown foliage is extremely useful in keeping beetles out as well. A bonus preventative step is to regularly vacuum and take out the trash. This eliminates the food and shelter of some common beetles, and leaves you with a tidy home as an extra perk. But the most reliable step to preventing and eliminating beetles from the home is to use Pointe Pest Control.

Our technicians are trained to recognize every sign of a beetle problem in order to catch it as early as possible. After completely inspecting the property for entry points and live beetles, our team will apply a series of barrier treatments and exclusion work. We only use pesticide treatments that we guarantee will work every time. These liquid treatments and granules are applied as a barrier on the house and foundation, and are carefully applied to any hotspots as extra protection. We will also fill and treat any small entry points to completely block out beetles. We know that you will enjoy our beetle control services, so give us a call today!

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Live Beetle-Free with Pointe!

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Here Comes the Beetle

Home Sweet Home

Busy Beetles

Say Goodbye to Beetles Today!

Effective Treatments

Keep Pests Out

Beetle-Free Guarantee

Beetles in Missouri and Illinois

Bad Beetles, Bad Beetles

Pointe Pest Control Battles Beetles

Excellent Job

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