About Scorpions

Scorpions are one of the most feared pests in Arizona. They hide in block walls, landscaping rock beds, garage corners and the smallest gaps around the home. At night, they wander across patios, tile floors and entryways searching for food and water.

Arizona homeowners often see them during summer and monsoon season, but scorpions remain active year round, especially in warm neighborhoods with desert landscaping and irrigation.

Common Scorpions Found in Arizona

Fromms Pest Control removes scorpions using routine pest control treatments and optional black light inspections. Our black light removal program helps locate scorpions hiding in cracks, walls, flower beds and shaded structures where they rest during the day.

Arizona is home to several scorpion species, but a few are most common around homes:

Arizona Bark Scorpion

The most common scorpion found inside homes. Small, light tan, extremely fast and able to climb walls and ceilings. Known for a stronger sting.
More info: Arizona bark scorpion on Wikipedia.

Striped Tail Scorpion

A thicker scorpion with dark stripes on the tail. Often hides under rocks and debris.
More info: striped bark scorpion on Wikipedia.

Giant Desert Hairy Scorpion

The largest scorpion in North America. Rare inside homes but common in desert edge neighborhoods.
More info: giant desert hairy scorpion on Wikipedia.

The Arizona bark scorpion is the species most likely to enter homes and cause infestations.

Where Scorpions Hide in Arizona Homes

Scorpions hide during the day and become active at night. Hiding areas include:

block wall cracks and mortar joints
under landscaping rocks or river rock beds
behind stucco trim and exterior gaps
in garage corners and storage piles
in palm trees, citrus trees and thick shrubs
under patio furniture or grill stations
inside wall voids, baseboards or plumbing entry points

During monsoon season, they move toward moisture and cooler indoor areas.

Signs You Have a Scorpion Problem

seeing scorpions at night under black light
finding scorpions on tile floors, bathtubs or walls
increased spider or cockroach activity, which scorpions feed on
pets reacting to something unseen behind furniture
scorpions inside sinks, garages or near exterior doors

Scorpions usually indicate an underlying insect problem since they feed on roaches, crickets and other pests.

Why Scorpions Are Common in Arizona

Arizona neighborhoods create ideal conditions for scorpions because of:

warm temperatures almost all year
block walls and stucco cracks that offer perfect hiding zones
irrigated yards that attract insects scorpions eat
monsoon humidity that increases scorpion movement
close contact with desert areas and natural scorpion habitats

Homes with palm trees, citrus trees, heavy landscaping or rock beds typically experience higher scorpion activity.

Are Scorpions Dangerous?

Most Arizona scorpions cause painful but non life threatening stings. The Arizona bark scorpion can cause more serious reactions, especially in children, pets or individuals with allergies.

Common issues caused by scorpions:

Painful stings
Numbness or swelling at the sting site
Increased nighttime activity indoors
Danger to pets that play outdoors

Because scorpions hide well and move quickly, professional treatment is the safest long-term solution.

Black Light Scorpion Removal

Scorpions glow under UV light. Fromms Pest Control offers black light removal to locate hidden scorpions in:

rock beds along the perimeter
block walls and wall seams
eaves and outdoor crevices
garage edges and storage zones
landscape areas with moisture or insects

Black light inspections help identify nesting areas and adjust treatment plans for better long-term control.

To learn more, see our full service page: Scorpion Black Light Removal

DIY Scorpion Control vs Professional Treatment

DIY sprays rarely reach the places scorpions hide. Most store products only kill insects on the surface, not the protected zones where scorpions rest. Scorpions hide deep in cracks that require professional-grade dusts and perimeter treatments.

Fromms Pest Control provides:

full perimeter treatments around the home
wall dusting where scorpions hide
yard and fence line treatments
crack and crevice applications for high activity zones
black light inspections on request

We also target the insects scorpions feed on. If you have scorpions, you usually also have crickets, spiders or roaches. Pairing scorpion control with general
pest control gives better long term results.

How Scorpions Enter Arizona Homes

Scorpions squeeze through extremely small gaps. They enter through:

door frame gaps or worn weather stripping
cracks in stucco or block walls
foundation settlement gaps
utility line openings and plumbing penetrations
garage door edges
vents, weep holes, and unsealed exterior crevices

Homes near desert areas or empty lots often experience more entry points.

Scorpion Prevention Tips

seal cracks around the foundation
keep rock beds dry and reduce heavy moisture zones
trim vegetation away from the house
repair door seals and garage weather stripping
remove clutter from garages and storage areas
control other insect populations that scorpions feed on

Prevention helps but does not replace professional treatments for active scorpion infestations.

Fromms Pest Control: Scorpion Control Done Right

Fromms Pest Control has more than 20 years of experience treating scorpions in Arizona neighborhoods. We use targeted treatments, black light inspections and insect population control to keep scorpions away from your home.

If you see scorpions inside your home or around your property, professional help is the safest solution.

Request a scorpion inspection from Fromms Pest Control