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How Does Hot and Dry Weather Affect Pests?

You may notice that pests are more of a problem during the summer, and there’s a reason behind that. As you may know, insects are cold-blooded, so they rely on the outside temperature for heat. When there the weather is warmer, that also means they have more energy, making them more active and visible to […]

5 Tips To Keep Ants Out Of Your Home

Ants can be one of the biggest nuisances for you and your family. In fact, a survey conducted by OnePoll for Zevo indicated that ants are the third most hated pest, trailing behind cockroaches and spiders. Even though ants don’t directly harm humans, people clearly do not want them invading their homes. They travel in […]

Average Termite Treatment Cost in Phoenix, AZ

The first thing that most people do when they notice a termite infestation in their house is either panic or get frustrated, which is then shortly followed by a worry for what the price will be to solve the problem. Termites are particularly an issue in the Grand Canyon State; in fact, Arizona is the […]

How Weather Affects Insect Problems

Arizona, although a great place to live with scenic views and a relatively low cost of living, is one of the worst states for pests. The hot and dry desert terrain welcomes a multitude of pest problems, especially termites, spiders, and scorpions. Unfortunately, infestations can still occur all year round, even outside of the scorching […]

Arizona Centipedes: Common Types

Arizona may not be among the worst states in the US for centipede infestations, but it is still a problem to watch out for, especially because some centipedes can have painful stings or bites to humans and pets (unlike other pests, such as termites or crickets). Urban Dest Pest Control has handled its fair share […]

Termites in Arizona: Different Types Guide

One of the worst and unfortunate things you want in your house are termites. Unfortunately, Arizona is known for having termites in various locations of Phoenix Homes. Termites in Arizona can be quite the problem. There’re a few main Termites in Arizona, such as the Subterranean, Drywood, and Dampwood Termites. In fact, only one state […]

Why Professional Pest Control?

We wanted to write a simple and honest article that provides some legitimate reasons as to why monthly pest control is a good idea.

15 Family-Friendly Ways to Crush the Quarantine Blues

There’s no denying it, folks, life just got complicated. As if our day-to-day wasn’t already complete with challenges, we’re now faced with a pandemic ...

The Joy Is In the Journey: 2020 and Beyond

2019 was another great year for the Urban Desert Pest Control family. New clients, prestigious awards, and wonderful new talent! What's new for 2020?

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Recent Posts

Palo Verde Beetles in Phoenix: Are They Dangerous?

Phoenix’s Monsoon Monster: Why Giant Palo Verde Beetles Show Up With the Rain

There’s a specific kind of startle you feel when a beetle the size of your thumb comes barreling at your porch light on a summer night. In Phoenix, that flying tank has a name: the palo verde beetle. Every monsoon, these giants haul themselves out of the ground and lumber through the Valley, spooking anyone […]

Two Big 2026 Wins for Urban Desert and the AXN Growth Partners Family

We’ve got news worth celebrating, and it belongs to the whole team. Urban Desert Pest Control is part of AXN Growth Partners, a growing family of local pest control brands, and in 2026 that family earned two recognitions we’re genuinely proud of. AXN broke into the top 1,000 of the Inc. 5000, and the team […]

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Why Monsoon Crickets Bring Scorpions to Your Phoenix Home

You flip on the porch light after a monsoon storm, and the concrete is alive with crickets. A few nights later, you spot something worse: a scorpion on the wall by the back door. Those two sightings are connected, and in Phoenix, monsoon season is when the connection shows up. Here’s how the crickets and […]

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