When it comes to unwelcome visitors, humans aren't the only ones homeowners have to worry about. Some of the most common invaders are pests. Unfortunately, several types of bugs will invite themselves into your home to eat food, find a water source, and build a nest. Read on to find out more about the types of bugs that our local pest control company sees in residences most often.

1. Bed Bugs

Unfortunately, bed bugs are an invasive insect that you not only find in your home but can also find when you're on your travels. According to statistics from the CDC, roughly 10 to 20% of hotels in the U.S. may have a bed bug issue at any given time. A common sign that you have bed bugs in your home is waking up with small reddish bites or welts on your skin. After all, these critters tend to attack when you're sleeping, so they can suck your blood. They may often leave behind the small red specks of your blood on your linens.

2. Cockroaches

Unlike bed bugs, cockroaches are very good at spreading disease throughout your home. Cockroaches have no interest in sucking your blood, but they have a major interest in invading your food supply. They're often also seeking a water source, so you're likely to see them around your kitchens and bathrooms. In our experience, cockroaches can multiply quickly, and the best way to prevent them is by keeping your home as sanitary as possible.

3. Ants

It may or may not surprise you, but ants are often the number-one insect that invades homes. As you may know, one of the best ways to avoid ants is to keep food packaged and stored properly. After all, ants are diligent workers, often looking for any little crumbs to take back to the colonies. Take a look around your counters or in your pantry regularly to ensure you're not missing an ant outbreak.

As a homeowner, you want to keep your home as clean and comfortable as possible. One of the best ways to do so is to avoid a pest infestation. Many pests can invade your home, and some of the most common ones include roaches, bed bugs, termites, and more. If you suspect an infestation by these critters, don't hesitate to call our team at Apex Termite & Pest Control. We're an experienced local pest control company and can help restore your home to an insect-free zone.