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How we do it
Our 3-part scorpion strategy.
KY-KO provides scorpion control and extermination throughout the Valley. The goal: remove the scorpions you have now, then keep new ones from moving in.
01Free inspection
Our technicians know where scorpions hide by day and hunt by night. We safely probe likely hiding spots, like block walls, rocks and woodpiles, to see what you're dealing with.
02Treat & starve them out
Most pesticides don't faze bark scorpions, but their prey isn't so tough. We target scorpions and the crickets, roaches and bugs they feed on. No food, no reason to stay.
03Seal them out
Scorpions fit through gaps as thin as 1/16 of an inch. Our 25-step home seal closes them up at doors, windows, weep holes, vents and pipes.
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Know your enemy
The Arizona bark scorpion.
A hardy native of the Sonoran Desert, and the scorpion behind most Valley sightings.
1/16inThe gap a bark scorpion can squeeze through. If a credit card fits, so can they.
#1Most venomous scorpion in North America. Fatal stings are extremely rare.
UVThey glow bright under a blacklight, which makes them easy to spot at night.
Walls& ceilingsThe only scorpion species here that can climb walls and hang from ceilings.
Your guide to bark scorpions
What every Valley homeowner should know.
Bark scorpions are usually no larger than a dollar coin and light brown or tan, so they blend into the desert. At night they're easy to find: a chemical in their exoskeleton makes them glow under ultraviolet light. With a UV flashlight you can spot them in your yard, on your walls and elsewhere.
Relatively easily. They fit through spaces as tight as 1/16 of an inch. They're nocturnal predators after the crickets and roaches in your home, and because their vision is poor, they travel along baseboards and walls. They can climb walls and even ceilings; about the only thing they can't climb well is glass.
Yes. The Arizona bark scorpion is the most venomous scorpion in North America, and stings can cause pain, numbness and tingling, though fatalities are extremely rare. Most stings happen when someone steps on one or brushes against one on a wall. If you're stung, contact Arizona Poison Control.
Detection
Spot them with a blacklight.
Bark scorpions glow bright under UV light. After dark, sweep a blacklight from your local hardware store along the outside of your home, block walls, rocks and woodpiles.
- Check at night, when they come out to hunt
- Look in sinks and bathtubs indoors
- Watch for shed exoskeletons
- Seeing one indoors can mean more are hiding nearby
Risk factors
What makes your home attractive to scorpions?
Piled wood, bricks or rocks make great hiding places, as do gaps in the block-wall fences common across the Phoenix metro. In summer they hide from the heat; in winter they huddle together in groups to stay warm.
Moist areas
An abundant food source
Warm places to hide
Doors, windows & pipes
Home sealing
Keep them out with our home sealing.
Remember: scorpions are predators. If they and their prey can't get in, they move on to easier hunting grounds. Sealing also keeps out ants, roaches and spiders.
- Rooflines
- Vents
- Windows
- Doors & thresholds
- Weep holes
- Pipes
Effective & affordable
Save 50% on scorpion control.
- A proven track record of scorpion control
- We work with Valley homes and businesses
- State-certified, experienced technicians
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New customers50%offScorpion hotspots
What are the scorpion hotspots in the Valley?
Areas near mountain preserves, like Ahwatukee and Camelback, see the most scorpions. So do newer neighborhoods built over open desert.
Some areas of the Valley are infamous for their high scorpion populations. Areas near mountain preserves, such as Ahwatukee and Camelback, see the most signs of scorpions, but so do relatively flat areas where development over the desert is recent. Golf courses have water, which attracts the pests that scorpions eat.
Here's the truth: scorpions don't pay much attention to geography or city limits. They turn up in almost every neighborhood. Two houses can sit side by side, and one struggles with scorpions while the other has never seen one. It comes down to habitat, food sources and location.
Protecting your home starts with knowing the signs. Get the scorpion facts you need, then let our team help you defend your home.
Start with a free inspection.
If you suspect you have scorpions or have seen one in your home, call us or contact us online for a free scorpion inspection. Our technicians know where scorpions hide during the day and where they venture out at night. We safely probe those hiding spots to find out whether scorpions are on your property.
If they are, we'll explain the scope of the problem and your options for scorpion control in Phoenix. That can include changes to the habitat around your home, sealing entry points, and scorpion-specific treatments that are safe for use around people and pets. We take a proactive approach: relief now and long-term prevention.
Why our strategy includes pest control.
Most conventional pesticides don't affect bark scorpions. But by controlling the crickets, roaches and other bugs scorpions feed on, we take away their reason to be in your home. Most scorpion populations leave once their food supply is gone. Learn more about pest control.
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Scorpion control across the Valley.
East Valley, West Valley and everywhere between.
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Live free from the stress bark scorpions cause. Our proven strategy removes scorpions from your home and helps prevent future entry.
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FAQ
Scorpion questions.
Scorpions thrive in Phoenix because of the desert climate, plenty of insects and shady hiding spots around homes. They often come inside looking for water, food or cooler spots during the hot summer months. Cracks in foundations, poorly sealed doors and cluttered yards make it easier for them to get in.
Many homeowners have scorpion problems that keep coming back, because these pests adapt well to city life. Keeping them out takes ongoing work: sealing entry points, reducing moisture and regular pest treatments indoors and out.
Signs include spotting scorpions at night with a blacklight, finding them in sinks or bathtubs, and finding shed exoskeletons around the property. Lots of crickets, cockroaches or spiders also point to conditions that attract scorpions. Homes with shaded yards, cluttered garages or block-wall fences are at higher risk.
If you see even one scorpion indoors, more may be hiding nearby. Because scorpions are nocturnal and reclusive, infestations often go unnoticed until they're severe. That's why a professional inspection matters.
Blacklighting, sticky traps and store-bought sprays can reduce sightings for a while, but they rarely end an infestation. Scorpions are hardy and resist many common pesticides. Killing their food without closing entry points can even drive them indoors looking for shelter, so homeowners spend time and money with little lasting success.
Professional treatment targets both scorpions and their prey, and sealing reduces the ways in. For lasting results, combine good prevention habits with pest control designed for Phoenix homes.
A layered approach. First, our technicians apply products proven against scorpions and the insects they eat. Next, they inspect for entry points around windows, doors and foundations and recommend sealing. Regular follow-up treatments keep results going and adjust to seasonal changes in scorpion behavior.
Unlike DIY sprays, professional products reach hiding spots like block walls, landscape rock and crawl spaces. That gives you both immediate relief and long-term protection.
Most homeowners see fewer scorpions within the first few weeks. Scorpions are resilient and long-lived, so it can take several visits to fully disrupt a population. The time frame depends on the size of the infestation, your property and the surrounding area.
Consistent treatment and sealing create lasting protection. Getting rid of scorpions takes more than a one-time spray; it takes a long-term prevention plan.
Clean the area and apply a cool towel. If symptoms become more severe, call Poison Control or a medical professional.
Get a free scorpion inspection.
Tell us what you're seeing. We'll find the cause and give you an upfront plan to get rid of it and keep it out.