Scorpion Control in Prescott Valley, AZ

Scorpions in the high desert

Most people think of the Arizona bark scorpion, the species behind most serious stings in the state. It is most common in the lower deserts, but it does turn up in parts of Yavapai County. Around Prescott Valley, homeowners more often find stripe-tailed scorpions and other desert species that hide under rocks, pavers, boards and debris. Any scorpion sting can be painful, and children, older adults and people with allergies should get medical advice after a sting. Poison control in Arizona: 1-800-222-1222.

Scorpions hunt at night, are most active in warm months, and get pushed around by monsoon storms. They follow their food, so a yard full of crickets and roaches usually means scorpions aren't far behind.

How we approach scorpion control

• Inspect the exterior: rock beds, block walls, door sweeps, weep screeds, garage seals and utility penetrations
• Treat the perimeter, foundation and common hiding spots to reduce scorpions and the insects they feed on
• Treat entry points such as garages, door frames, and eaves
• Point out harborage you can remove or change: woodpiles, stacked pavers, debris against the house
• Recommend sealing and weather-stripping fixes for the gaps scorpions use

Scorpions are tough, and no treatment makes a home scorpion-proof overnight. Ongoing service through the warm season gives the best results, which is why most customers pair scorpion work with a general pest control plan.

Tips between visits

• Shake out shoes, gloves and towels left in the garage or on the patio
• Pull beds away from walls and keep bedding off the floor
• Install door sweeps and repair torn window screens
• Use a UV blacklight at night to spot scorpions along walls and rock beds