Scorpions
Predatory arachnids with two pincers and a segmented tail ending in a venomous stinger. Central Texas is the heart of scorpion country — the striped bark scorpion is the most common Houston-area species.
Identification
- •Eight legs, two pedipalps (pincers), segmented tail
- •Usually tan or brown; glow under UV/blacklight
- •1.5–3 inches long as adults
Behavior & Habitat
- •Nocturnal; hide under rocks, bark, and debris
- •Enter homes through weep holes, pipe penetrations, and under door thresholds
- •Can go months without food; survive a year without water
Signs of Infestation
- •Spotted under rocks, firewood, or landscape debris
- •Seen inside at night — often in bathrooms, closets, or bedding
- •UV blacklight sweep reveals them glowing green
How We Treat
- •Perimeter dust application in weep holes and wall voids
- •Liquid exterior barrier
- •Nighttime UV verification sweep
- •Interior crack-and-crevice treatment in hotspots
Prevention Tips
- Seal openings around windows, doors, and utility pipes
- Install door sweeps
- Trim bushes and trees near home
- Remove stacked firewood, rocks, and debris from against foundation
- Keep shoes in sealed containers when not worn
Scorpions — Frequently Asked Questions
How do I identify Scorpions in Houston?
Eight legs, two pedipalps (pincers), segmented tail. Usually tan or brown; glow under UV/blacklight. 1.5–3 inches long as adults.
What are the signs of a scorpions infestation?
Spotted under rocks, firewood, or landscape debris. Seen inside at night — often in bathrooms, closets, or bedding. UV blacklight sweep reveals them glowing green.
How does Noble Pest & Termite treat scorpions?
Perimeter dust application in weep holes and wall voids. Liquid exterior barrier. Nighttime UV verification sweep. Interior crack-and-crevice treatment in hotspots. Call (832) 589-1397 or schedule online for same or next-day service in most cases.
How can I prevent scorpions?
Seal openings around windows, doors, and utility pipes. Install door sweeps. Trim bushes and trees near home. Remove stacked firewood, rocks, and debris from against foundation. Keep shoes in sealed containers when not worn.
Are scorpions dangerous?
In the Houston area, scorpions are a moderate-risk pest worth treating promptly. Predatory arachnids with two pincers and a segmented tail ending in a venomous stinger. Central Texas is the heart of scorpion country — the striped bark scorpion is the most common Houston-area species.
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