Ohio, with its diverse climate and habitats, hosts a variety of pests. Here are some pests that are generally common:
- Termites (Eastern Subterranean Termites)
- Ants (Carpenter Ants, Odorous House Ants)
- Bed Bugs
- Mosquitoes
- Ticks (Blacklegged Ticks, American Dog Ticks)
- Fleas
- Cockroaches (American Cockroaches, German Cockroaches)
- Rodents (House Mice, Norway Rats)
- Spiders (Common House Spiders, Wolf Spiders)
- Wasps (Paper Wasps, Yellow Jackets)
- Beetles (Carpet Beetles, Powderpost Beetles)
- Silverfish
- Earwigs
- Aphids
- Moths (Indian Meal Moths, Clothes Moths)
- Mites (Dust Mites, Spider Mites)
- Flies (Houseflies, Fruit Flies)
- Weevils (Rice Weevils, Granary Weevils)
- Boxelder Bugs
- Pantry Pests (Confused Flour Beetles, Sawtoothed Grain Beetles)
- Centipedes
- Millipedes
- Squirrels
- Grubs (Japanese Beetle Grubs)
- Stink Bugs (Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs)
This is a general list, and the types and prevalence of pests can vary depending on geographical location within the state, time of year, and local weather conditions. It’s always best to seek advice from local pest control professionals for the most accurate information.