Pests We Treat Photo Album: Clover Mites Love the Cool Weather in Howell, NJ
Clover Mites Along the Window
As soon as I began inspecting the exterior of the building, I found a large amount of clover mites all over the window sill and concrete wall.
What Are Clover Mites
Clover mites are oval shaped, reddish colored insects that are the size of a head on a pin. Their activity increases as temperatures start to drop, during which they feed on clovers, over-fertilized grass, and many other plants.
Do Not Squash Them
First, I grabbed my professional grade HEPA vacuum and sucked up all the clover mites. When dealing with clover mites, it is strongly recommended that you do NOT crush them. Why? Because they leave behind red stains that are very difficult to remove.
No More Clover Mites
After vacuuming them up, I applied a liquid micro-encapsulating application. Once the micro-encapsulated is applied, it leaves behind thousands of micro-particles that bind to the surface. Once clover mites come in contact with this application, they are eliminated.