We just moved to the Texas Hill Country from East Texas. Had a new home built and yes we have had some scorpions---I HATE them!!! Scared to death of getting stung---I've had 2 heart stints and am just afraid! I did go online and saw where Diatomeacious Earth was recommended. It is a powder you can buy at a feed store. Sprinkle it around the outside perimeter of your house. It is supposed to kill them by getting inside their shells. Not sure how fast it works and how often to apply. Hubby wears goggles and a mask. It's like silica. Kills several things. Has anyone else tried this?