Bed bugs- Color changes from white (before feeding) to brown/red. Bed bugs feed on blood from animals and people. Bed bugs can live without feeding for up to 400 days! The hatching period for a bedbug is only 10-12 days. Some people have allergic reactions that range from redness to blisters while others may not react at all to the bite. Bed bugs are excellent hitch hikers and great hiders. Refer back to Perfect Plan Pest Control face book page to find their favorite hiding spots. Treatments for bed bugs are done two weeks apart. The amount of treatments needed varies on the size of infestation. Preparation for a bed bug treatment is very important! All clothes, bedding and clutter need to be sealed in bags and properly washed and dried for an effective treatment to be done. If you have a any questions or concerns feel free to message or call us. 

Subterranean termites- Termites are white in color and have two segments to their body. Exposure to the sun will change their color from white to gray/black. Termites often get mistaken for ants allowing the colonies to go undetected. Subterranean termites live in the soil and  thrive in a dark and wet environment. When a colony becomes overpopulated they swarm to create a new one. Swarming often happens in the spring as the temperature begins to rise. These white bugs cause damage to homes by feeding on the wood structure. Signs of termite activity include swarming(flying) around windows or door frames and/or mud tubes expanding along the foundation wall or floor joists. If you have a crawlspace or basement that is often wet throughout the year, we recommend having an annual termite inspection as your home will be at higher risk. 

German Cockroach- Color varies from tan to black. The main distinction between German Cockroaches and others are the two parallel lines running from behind the head to the base of the wings (don't worry they cannot fly).  They prefer warm and humid environments. The most common place to find them in a residence is the kitchen and bathroom. The eggs take around 30 days to hatch. The female carries around 30-40 eggs in each case! Acting fast by calling us will save you money and stress of dealing with them for a longer period of time.  

Yellowjackets- Brighter colors, wasp-like in shape, most build nests underground but can also be found nesting in a home's siding or brick. Yellowjackets are often called bees but they are actually a wasp. They are often mistaken for honeybees as they are somewhat similar in size and color. Yellowjackets are most active during the late summer and early fall.
What to do when you have yellowjackets: It's probably time to call an exterminator. Yellowjackets can be aggressive and they can sting multiple times. When yellowjackets feel attacked they release pheromones to alert others to come help.

Bagworms- Treatment for bagworms should start in the spring when they hatch. Bagworms are often found on evergreen trees. Without removal or treatment they can  kill the tree and continue to spread to trees nearby. It can take years for your tree to recover and regain its appearance without treatment.  

Fleas- Darker brown/ black in color. Fleas are common in the warm summer months and are often brought in from the yard. It's common for pets to get fleas on their back, neck, and underside regions. Owners will need to treat their pets with flea medication. Treating for fleas takes a combination of a yard treatment and indoor treatment. Fleas will continue to get worse indoors without proper treatment as they lay larvae under furniture and pet bedding.