Skip to main content
Serving Central FloridaVolusia County and nearby communities
Call Dispatch
Shumaker's Pest ControlShumaker's Pest Control

Pest library

Match the pest to the right treatment

Browse quick guides with filters for common, seasonal, and urgent pests. Share what you are seeing and we will build the right plan.

How to use this

Identify, prep, and request a quote

Each pest guide includes identification tips, prep steps, and the right program to solve it.

  • Filter by urgency or pest type.
  • Search by signs or pest name.
  • Request a quote once you match the pest.

Filter by priority

Filter by type

Try keywords like “flying,” “droppings,” or “termite” to narrow the list.

Ants icon

Most common

Ants

Trailing lines near kitchens and slabs point to nearby nests. Targeted baiting plus fresh exterior barriers stop the loop.

Illustration of ants
  • Signs:Trailing lines along counters or baseboards.
  • Risks:Colonies can split after broad sprays.
  • Treatment:Targeted baiting plus exterior barriers.
Crawling
Roaches icon

Most common

Roaches

Warm cabinets and appliance voids let German and American roaches multiply quickly. Precision baits, sanitation, and follow-ups reset the interior fast.

Illustration of roaches
  • Signs:Night sightings in kitchens or baths.
  • Risks:Allergens and food safety issues.
  • Treatment:Targeted baits and follow-ups.
Crawling
Bed Bugs icon

Biting

Bed Bugs

Hitchhiking bed bugs hide in seams, bed frames, and furniture; success depends on prep and follow-through.

Illustration of bed bugs
  • Signs:Bites in lines or cast skins on bedding.
  • Risks:Rapid spread between rooms.
  • Treatment:Structured treatment with prep and follow-ups.
BitingCrawling
Termites icon

Wood-damaging

Termites

Subterranean and other wood-damaging termites quietly weaken structural lumber; inspections prevent expensive repairs.

Illustration of termites
  • Signs:Mud tubes or discarded wings.
  • Risks:Structural damage and repair costs.
  • Treatment:Inspection with bait or liquid options.
TermiteWood-boring
Rodents icon

Commercial impact

Rodents

Rats and mice contaminate food, chew wiring, and create noise in attics and walls; we pair trapping with exclusion.

Illustration of rodents
  • Signs:Droppings and scratching sounds.
  • Risks:Food contamination and fire risk.
  • Treatment:Trapping plus exclusion.
Rodent
Spiders icon

Most common

Spiders

Fresh webs on eaves, garage frames, and lights signal insect traffic. Sweeps plus precise exterior treatments keep spiders from rebuilding.

Illustration of spiders
  • Signs:New webs in corners or eaves.
  • Risks:Bites for sensitive occupants.
  • Treatment:Exterior treatments and web removal.
Crawling
Fleas icon

Biting

Fleas

Bites at ankles and pet scratching point to fleas riding in from yards. Coordinated yard, interior, and pet treatments knock populations down quickly.

Illustration of fleas
  • Signs:Bites at ankles or pet scratching.
  • Risks:Rapid population growth in warm weather.
  • Treatment:Coordinated pet and home treatment.
BitingCrawling
Ticks icon

Biting

Ticks

Shade-loving ticks hitchhike on pets and people. Treating resting sites plus pet care keeps them from rebounding.

Illustration of ticks
  • Signs:Ticks on pets after yard time.
  • Risks:Potential disease transmission.
  • Treatment:Perimeter treatments plus landscape changes.
Biting
Powderpost & Old House Borer Beetles icon

Wood-boring beetles leave fine powdery frass and small exit holes; confirming active activity prevents structural spread.

Illustration of wood-boring beetles
  • Signs:Fresh frass under affected wood.
  • Risks:Progressive wood weakening.
  • Treatment:Inspection and targeted treatment.
Wood-boring
Bees & Wasps icon

Stinging insects near doors, soffits, and play areas require careful handling; removal keeps people and pets safe.

Illustration of bees and wasps
  • Signs:Visible nests or flight paths.
  • Risks:Stings in high-traffic areas.
  • Treatment:Safe nest treatment and removal.
FlyingStinging

Service pathways

Match the pest to the right program, then request a quote with your notes.