🦂 Why You Should Leave Scorpion Control to the Professionals

Common Scorpion Entry Points Around Tucson Homes

Scorpions can slip through tiny gaps in block walls, eaves, garage doors, and foundation cracks. Identifying and sealing these areas is key to keeping your home protected—especially during monsoon season.

If you’ve spotted a scorpion in or around your Tucson home, your first instinct might be to reach for a DIY spray or trap—but when it comes to scorpions, a do-it-yourself approach can do more harm than good.

At Desert Shield Pest Control, we’ve seen firsthand how quickly a small issue can turn into a serious infestation when homeowners try to handle scorpions on their own. Here's why it's best to leave scorpion control to the pros—especially in Southern Arizona.

🏜️ 1. Tucson Has One of the Most Aggressive Scorpion Species

The Arizona bark scorpion is the most venomous scorpion in the U.S., and it’s common throughout Tucson, Vail, Rita Ranch, and surrounding areas.

• These scorpions can squeeze into openings as small as a credit card edge.

• They are nocturnal and excellent at hiding in wall voids, cracks, and garages.

• One female can give birth to dozens of young, leading to fast-growing infestations.

DIY treatments rarely reach where these pests are hiding.

🚫 2. Over-the-Counter Products Aren’t Effective

Most store-bought pest sprays don’t work well on scorpions. Why?

• Scorpions have tough exoskeletons that resist common insecticides.

• Many products don’t penetrate deep into harborage areas (like stucco cracks or block walls).

• Misuse can actually drive scorpions deeper indoors, increasing the risk of a sting.

Professional-grade products, dusts, and application methods are designed to target scorpions effectively and safely.

🛑 3. Scorpion Stings Can Be Dangerous

Scorpion stings aren’t just painful—they can be dangerous for children, elderly adults, and pets.Symptoms may include:

• Numbness, burning, or severe pain

• Muscle twitching or difficulty breathing

• Swelling or allergic reactions

Why risk exposure? Trained pest control professionals know how to locate nests, identify entry points, and create a barrier before stings happen.

🧰 4. Pros Know Where to Look (And Where to Treat)

Scorpions love:

• Cracks in stucco or foundation

• Block wall crevices

• Under patio furniture

• Behind baseboards, utility boxes, and garages

At Desert Shield Pest Control, we:

• Treat inside voids, cracks, and around eaves

• Apply residual dusts and liquid barriers

• Remove webs and debris that harbor prey insects

🛡️ Protect Your Home With Professional Scorpion Control

Desert Shield Pest Control offers family- and pet-safe scorpion treatments designed specifically for Tucson homes. With monthly or bi-monthly plans, we help ensure scorpions stay out for good.

📍 Serving Tucson, Vail, Rita Ranch, Corona de Tucson & surrounding areas

✅ Free inspections |

📞 Call now or book online for expert scorpion control