Silverfish can damage food, paper, books and fabric. Earwigs are unsightly and can be serious garden pests. Crickets can damage anything they can chew - from carpets to clothing.

Pantry pests, such as beetles and weevils, can get into and contaminate dry goods like flour, rice, beans and dried fruit.

Rodents slip in through open doors and attic or foundation vents. They can gnaw through furniture and electrical wires and can carry infectious diseases.

Spiders invade your home through windows and doors and can also be carried in on firewood. They can cause unsightly cobwebs and a few species have bites that can be painful and sometimes require medical attention.

Stinging pests, such as bees and hornets, can dwell in gardens or shrubbery and can build nests in the ground, in trees and shrubs and in wall voids. Biting pests, such as fleas and ticks are most commonly carried into your home by your pets.