Clover Mites
What are clover mites?
Clover mites are tiny, red pests that are related to spiders and ticks. They're so small that they look like specks of dust until you get close and notice they're moving. Don't be fooled by their small size, these micro pests can be a huge nuisance. They are often found in homes and gardens, and they can be a real nuisance. Clover mites are most active in spring and summer, but they can also be found in autumn and winter. They are attracted to warm, sunny places, and they love to feast on clover and other plants. If you have clover mites in your home, you may find them on walls, windowsills, or anywhere else that is warm and sunny. You may also see them crawling on your furniture or clothing. Clover mites can be difficult to get rid of, but Bigfoot Home Services can help. We offer pest control services that will eliminate clover mites from your home for good. Contact us today to learn more.
Are clover mites dangerous?
Clover mites are extremely dangerous… to your plants. These teeny, tiny red bugs love to feast on clover and other types of vegetation. While they don’t pose a danger to humans or animals, they can wreak havoc on your garden or lawn. Clover mites are especially fond of dry, warm places, so they often show up in homes during the spring and summer months. They are also particularly fond of house plants. If you think you have a clover mite infestation, call Bigfoot Home Services. We’ll be happy to help you get rid of these pesky critters!
Why do I have a clover mite problem?
Clover mites are a common problem in the spring and summer months. They often enter homes through cracks and crevices in the foundation or walls. Once inside, they can be found in any room of the house. Clover mites are not dangerous to humans or pets, but they can be a nuisance. They can leave red stains on carpets, furniture, and clothing. They can also cause allergic reactions in some people. The best way to prevent clover mite problems is to seal any cracks and crevices around the foundation and walls of your home. Bigfoot Home Services can help you get rid of your clover mite problem for good! Give us a call today.
Where will I find clover mites?
Clover mites feed on plants, and they're especially fond of clover and grass. They can also be found on trees, shrubs, and flowers. Clover mites are most active in the spring and fall, but they can be a problem year-round in some areas. They often enter homes through cracks in walls or doors. Once inside, they quickly multiply and become a real nuisance.
How do I get rid of clover mites?
Spring has sprung, and with it comes one of our most-asked questions: "How do I get rid of clover mites?" If you're dealing with these tiny red pests, never fear! Bigfoot is here to help. While clover mites are more of a nuisance than a danger, they can be a real pain to get rid of. Here are a few tips to help you win the battle against clover mites:
- vacuum them up. This is probably the quickest and easiest way to get rid of clover mites. Just make sure you empty the vacuum bag afterwards so they don't escape and come back.
- mix up a solution of soap and water. Spray it on the areas where you've seen clover mites. The soap will kill them and the water will wash them away.
- use a store-bought insecticide. Be sure to follow the directions on the label carefully. Insecticides can be dangerous if used improperly.
The best way is to call a professional pest control company like Bigfoot Home Services. So, if you're still having trouble getting rid of clover mites, give Bigfoot a call. We'll inspect your home and identify the source of the problem. We'll then customize a treatment plan to get rid of the clover mites and prevent them from coming back. Call us today for a free quote!
FAQ
Picking the right pest control provider for your home isn't a decision you should make all willy nilly. We are confident that we provide the best service for the best value in the game, and we want you to feel that confidence as well. These are some of the most common questions we hear from new customers.
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Absolutely! Our word is our bond, so when we say we'll get rid of your pest problems, we are dead serious about that. If you see bugs between quarterly treatments, don't hesitate to text, call, or email our office so we can get a technician out to you ASAP.
If you see increased activity after a treatment, that usually means the bugs are freaking out because they know the end is nigh. The products we use have been scientifically designed for the long game. They don't kill on contact, they kill by sticking to bugs and letting them do the dirty work for us. Pests carry the insecticide back to the nest and spread it to the others, effectively wiping out the community, instead of individual bugs.
Our top-notch products usually take about two weeks to reach maximum effectiveness. If you have any concerns before or after that two week period, don't hesitate to text, call, or email our office so we can get a technician to your home to check on things.
Hate to break it to you, but that little can of Raid isn't going to cut it. You might kill a wasp or spider here and there, but there's a much bigger picture that you can't understand if you're not trained in the ways of the pest. As a matter of fact, if you kill a few pests, the hive can begin to sense that they are under attack and actually go into baby-making overdrive to offset the onslaught. That's why the products we use take time to spread. By the time the pests notice something is wrong, it's too late. Pest control is based on years of science, testing, and experimentation with products and application methods 1000x more advanced than the can of bug spray you got at Home Depot.
Unfortunately, bugs have a few million extra years of evolutionary survival skills on us, which makes them tricky little... buggers. It's impossible to kill every last bug, or prevent a single one from coming back. That's why we advocate for quarterly pest treatment: it's simply the best way to be bug-free in the long term. Bugs can still scurry, crawl, or fly into your home at any time, and that's why we offer free re-services between treatments. If the bugs come back, so do we.
We'll play it by eye, but it's typically unnecessary. 99% of the battle against pests is fought and won outdoors. We hit them hard at the source (outside), then create and maintain a barrier around your home to keep these pesky suckers out of your humble abode. Most of the time, only one of four yearly services will require indoor treatment, but we will always treat indoors if you see pest activity, or if you just want some extra peace of mind. We're not afraid to go the extra mile –anytime, anywhere.
Of course! We get it, pesticides have a bad rap and sound kind scary. You're trying to protect your family, so it would really suck if our products were more dangerous than the pests we're obliterating with them. Have no fear, the pesticides we use are Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved, meaning they've been through a ton of rigorous tests to ensure they are safe for humans and animals alike. But we don't stop there, all of our technicians are highly trained and certified when it comes to the products and methods of application.
In our decades of experience, we've learned that one-time services end up being ineffective in the long run, and we don't want to mess with things that don't make your home a happier and safer place. Quarterly service allows us to maintain our Level Five barrier around your home, ensuring that these stupid bugs don't ever make it to the warmth and safety of the indoors of your home.
Long story short, it's (usually) a waste of your money and our time. Bugs are always active, but considerably less active in the winter months, and almost totally inactive outdoors. Don't worry though, we won't leave you hanging. If you notice a pest problem crop up inside your house from December–February, we'll be there to lay the smack down before you can say, "Jiminy Christmas!"
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