Scorpions Don’t Hibernate: Winter Scorpion Control in Arizona

Scorpions are part of life in Arizona, but few homeowners realize they remain active all winter long. While activity slows when nighttime temperatures dip, scorpions don’t truly hibernate—they simply move to warmer, protected areas, often inside homes.

Why They Stay Active

Scorpions are cold-blooded, which means their body temperature mirrors their environment. When it cools, they seek warmth wherever they can find it: behind baseboards, under floorboards, in attics, or inside wall voids. Even garages provide enough warmth for survival.

Hidden Winter Havens

• Crawl spaces and attics retain heat from the home.

• Plumbing access panels stay warm and moist.

• Stacks of firewood and cardboard boxes make ideal shelters.

If you see one scorpion indoors during winter, chances are several more are hiding nearby.

The Danger of Dormant Months

Many homeowners stop pest treatments in late fall. That gap gives scorpions time to reproduce and establish hiding places. When warm weather returns in spring, infestations suddenly appear “out of nowhere.”

Pro Vizion’s Winter Strategy

1. Indoor Barrier Treatment – Safe, targeted applications along baseboards and vents.

2. Perimeter Protection – Exterior sealing and soil treatments to deter entry.

3. Home Sealing – Identifying and closing gaps around plumbing, vents, and foundations.

4. Blacklight Inspections – Nighttime inspections reveal hidden scorpions using UV light.

Why Winter Treatments Matter

Winter is the perfect time to get ahead of the problem. By targeting scorpions when they’re less active, Pro Vizion disrupts their life cycle before spring. That means fewer stings, less worry, and a home that stays comfortable year-round.