While many people are aware of the health risks posed by rodents, they are often surprised to learn that these unwanted visitors have an affinity for gnawing on electrical wiring in homes and cars, which puts those people at risk for a fire.

While some stinging insects are beneficial to our environment, others – including yellowjackets (the most commonly encountered stinging insect), carpenter bees, wasps and hornets – can pose a threat to people and structures.