Illinois City Ranks Among Most Pest-Filled in U.S.

Chicago Ranks Among Most Pest-Filled Cities in America

It’s spring, and the pests have sprung as the fine folks at Yelp have shown us.

They put together a list of the most pest-filled cities in America, and one of those cities is in Illinois.

Pest Control Demand Surges Across the U.S.

There are actually plenty of cities in America, too, because Yelp says pest control demand is up 34% nationwide, and I can attest to that as well.

We just had our “bug guy” out to the house to spray around the property to keep the creepy crawlies outdoors and not inside. Of course, that same day, I found an ant on the floor in the house.

READ MORE: Illinois Insect Invasion: Bug Surge Due To Unseasonable Temps

Wasps, Hornets, and Mosquitoes Drive Service Calls

Anyway, it appears it’s not just ants, but mosquitoes, wasps/hornets, and bees are getting the most requests from exterminators this time of year.

Wasps and hornets are the most requested, with the number up 212%. If you’ve ever had a run-in with a wasp nest, you immediately know why people call pest control.

Top 10 U.S. Cities for Pest Control Services

1. Los Angeles, CA
2. San Francisco, CA
3. New York, NY
4. Dallas, TX
5. Phoenix, AZ
6. Chicago, IL
7. Washington, DC
8. Houston, TX
9. Seattle, WA
10. Miami, FL

READ MORE: Illinois Bed Bug Problem Improves and Rockford Stays Off the List

Why Chicago Continues to Struggle With Pests

Not much of a shock to see Chicago on the list, considering the Windy City is in the top ten for bed bugs and rat issues, so why not add mosquitoes, wasps, and bees to the mix?