🏡 The 6 Most Common Pests Around the Home
Pests are more than just a nuisance—they can damage property, spread diseases, and make your home uncomfortable. In Jamaica, our warm climate provides the perfect environment for many household pests to thrive. Knowing which pests are most common can help you take action quickly.
Here are the six most common pests found in and around homes:
1. Cockroaches 🪳
Cockroaches are resilient and can survive almost anywhere. They spread bacteria, trigger allergies, and multiply rapidly.
Where they hide: Kitchens, bathrooms, drains, and cracks in walls.
Prevention tip: Keep food sealed, clean up spills quickly, and fix water leaks.
2. Ants 🐜
Ants invade homes in search of food, especially sweets and grease. Once they find a food source, they leave a trail for the colony to follow.
Where they hide: Walls, kitchen counters, and near windows.
Prevention tip: Seal entry points and wipe away trails with vinegar.
3. Mosquitoes 🦟
Mosquitoes are not only annoying but also dangerous since they can spread dengue, chikungunya, and Zika virus.
Where they hide: Standing water, gardens, and dark corners.
Prevention tip: Remove stagnant water, use mosquito nets, and install screens on windows.
4. Rodents (Rats & Mice) 🐀
Rodents cause damage by chewing wires, furniture, and food packaging. They can also spread diseases through droppings.
Where they hide: Roofs, basements, attics, and garbage areas.
Prevention tip: Store food properly, seal holes, and keep garbage bins tightly closed.
5. Termites 🐛
Silent destroyers, termites can cause massive damage to wood structures before you even realize they are there.
Where they hide: Wooden furniture, beams, and foundations.
Prevention tip: Reduce wood-to-soil contact and schedule regular termite inspections.
6. Bed Bugs 🛏️
Bed bugs feed on human blood and are tough to eliminate once they infest a home. They don’t spread disease but cause itchy bites and discomfort.
Where they hide: Mattresses, bed frames, couches, and luggage.
Prevention tip: Wash bedding often, vacuum regularly, and inspect secondhand furniture.
👉 At Pest Patrol Jamaica, we provide safe, effective pest control solutions to keep your home pest-free year-round.
✅ Final Thoughts
Each of these pests can quickly become a problem if left unchecked. While some can be managed with home remedies, larger infestations often require professional help.
