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Living near Lake Champlain in Colchester means managing pillbugs/sowbugs drawn to the lakeside humidity and the shelter homes provide. Lake Champlain proximity increases moisture levels. Purely Nature's Way brings effective, natural pillbugs/sowbugs control to Colchester and all of Chittenden County. Our technicians address both the infestation and the moisture conditions that attract pillbugs/sowbugs to Colchester properties.
About
Pillbugs/Sowbugs
Pests We Treat
Pillbugs/Sowbugs
Peak Season
Spring through Fall
Signs Of Infestation
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Small gray armored crustaceans in damp areas
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Rolled-up pillbugs when disturbed
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Clusters under debris, mulch, and stones
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Specimens in basements and crawl spaces
Our Treatment Approach
Natural-first solutions that actually work
Moisture reduction is essential since these crustaceans require damp environments. Diatomaceous earth barriers at entry points. Habitat modification removing organic debris from foundation. We improve drainage and ventilation. Dehumidification of basements critical. Given Colchester's moisture conditions, we pay special attention to drainage and humidity control.
Prevention Tips
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Create dry gravel barrier around foundation
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Remove leaf litter and mulch from house
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Improve drainage away from foundation
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Reduce watering near building perimeter
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Seal ground-level entry points
Frequently Asked Questions
Are pillbugs and sowbugs harmful?
These crustaceans are harmless decomposers that feed on decaying organic matter. They don't bite, spread disease, or damage structures. Their presence indicates excessive moisture. They cannot survive long indoors without damp conditions.
Why are pillbugs in my basement?
Pillbugs and sowbugs require constant moisture and cannot survive in dry environments. Their presence indoors indicates moisture problems like leaks, poor drainage, or high humidity. Addressing moisture issues eliminates their habitat completely.
Why do Colchester homes have more pillbugs/sowbugs problems?
Colchester's proximity to water creates humidity that pillbugs/sowbugs thrive in. We address both the immediate infestation and the underlying moisture conditions that attract these pests.
