Bugs & Insects

Common Bug & Insect Pests of New England

Finding bugs in your kitchen, basement, bathroom, or around windows can be frustrating, especially when you are not sure what they are or where they are coming from. Some insects are simply a nuisance, while others may point to moisture issues, food sources, entry points, or a growing infestation inside the home.

The Catseye Pest Control Bugs & Insects Library helps homeowners throughout the Northeast learn more about common household insects, including ants, cockroaches, beetles, spiders, flies, fleas, silverfish, centipedes, stinging insects, and more. Use these guides to identify what you are seeing, understand what may be attracting insects to your property, and recognize signs of activity in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, attics, wall voids, and outdoor living areas.

Explore the insect categories below to learn what to watch for and when it may be time to call a professional for help.

Bed Bug

Bed Bugs
Ant

Ants
Termite

Termites
Tick

Ticks
Bee

Bees
Cockroach

Cockroaches
Spider

Spiders
Mosquito

Mosquitoes
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Fleas
A house centipede with numerous long legs and antennae, featuring a brown and tan striped body, against a white background.

Other Insects

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