Scorpions
are rather large Arachnids which are more closely related to spiders than they
are to insects. Some species are quite poisonous and all species can become a
big nuisance especially in homes that have just recently been built.
Scorpion Control
Outside
The first and most important step in control is to eliminate the scorpions
habitat. This could be stone and wood piles or left over construction debris.
After removing these materials spray a strip six feet wide around your entire
house and also spray 3 feet high on the foundation wall and spray all entry
points such as windows, doors, plumbing, etc. We recommend Suspend SC for this. Dust around the fireplace, plumbing and weep holes in the foundation with DeltaDust. The DeltaDust will provide control in these locations for many months.
Inside
Spray under all the appliances, under sinks, and in the back of your closets with Suspend SC. Dust the electrical outlets and around the plumbing with Delta Dust. DeltaDust can also be used in the attic to dust around the plumbing and electrical fixtures.
Repeat
Treatment with Suspend SC should be done monthly outside and inside in the rooms where
scorpions continue to be seen. Once scorpions have not been seen for 30 days
then inside treatments can be stopped, but outside treatments should continue every 30 days. This perimeter spraying will not only deter scorpions from reentering but will also keep ants, spiders and big roaches from entering your home. To monitor the inside of your home, place small
glueboards where you have seen scorpions in the past. These glueboards will catch many kinds of different pests.
