Insect Protection & Treatment Plans in Kansas City
Insect Control in Kansas City
Correct identification of insects in Kansas City and knowledge of their development and behavior are key to effective insect control. Diagnosis of pest problems is a science; experience is important. If you find a tree pest or tree pest problem in Kansas City, ask a Cartwright Tree Care healthcare expert to help you.
There are three main types of insect infestations in the Kansas City Metro area; a representative can help determine which ones you have and how to effectively control them.
- Plant Sucking Insects
Symptoms Include: Leaf discoloration, wilting of stems and leaves, and premature leaf drop
Common Pests: Aphids, Scales, Leafhoppers, Mites, and Leaf Miners
- Leaf Eating Insects (Defoliators)
Symptoms Include: Holes in leaves and defoliation of leaves
Common Pests: Beetles, Japanese Beetles, Moths (Bagworms, Cankerworms, Webworms), Wasps