As spring sets in, overwintering pests become more active; this includes ants, cockroaches, flies and mosquitoes that have overwintered. They will soon become a serious problem.
Hot, humid summers attract moisture-loving pests like mosquitoes and stink bugs, while raccoons like to rummage through garbage cans for food scavenged from other households. By keeping your yard neat and free of debris, you can help deter these nuisances from coming to visit!
Spring
Residents in NJ, PA and NY often face pest problems throughout the year. While it may appear that these unwelcome visitors have gone away during colder months, this would be false; instead they’ve just gone underground to save energy for when warmer seasons return.
As spring arrives, ants and termites emerge from hibernation to forage for food – often leading to costly structural damage. Stinging insects such as bees, hornets, and wasps also become more active in spring months, potentially inflicting painful stings upon unsuspecting victims.
Rodents and rodent-like pests often seek warmth in homes to nest, while stink bugs emitting an offensive odor can find entry through cracks or crevices in houses. Preventative measures such as sealing entry points and regularly clearing gutters can help deter these unwanted visitors; regular pest control services therefore are highly beneficial in keeping these unwanted guests at bay.
Summer
Summer brings sunshine, vacations and outdoor activities but can also mean an increase in pests. Mosquitoes thrive during this season by breeding around standing water and spreading diseases such as West Nile virus; flies breed on waste food that rots within homes to spread bacteria diseases; while earwigs search out moisture sources such as homes or other structures for any remaining crumbs to snack upon or moisture that exists; Raccoons can often be seen rummaging through garbage to contaminate food supplies with their filthy filth in homes during this period as well.
Homeowners can protect themselves from seasonal invaders by taking preventative steps throughout the year. This includes sealing entry points, cleaning outdoor areas and using insect repellents; performing regular home maintenance such as repairing windows and doors can help keep pests away; natural methods like planting pest-repelling herbs or diatomaceous earth may be effective at keeping unwanted guests at bay; while preventive pest control services from Nature Guard may also offer great solutions.
Fall
As temperatures decrease, pests begin to seek warmth and shelter from the colder climates. Rodents and mice become more active as they search for somewhere warm to nest for winter; stink bugs and ladybugs infiltrate indoor spaces looking for shelter from these animals.
Homeowners should focus on minimizing entry points by sealing cracks and gaps in walls, windows, and doors. Furthermore, keeping tree branches trimmed away from the house to avoid them serving as bridges to pests who might use them to access their property.
Preventive measures throughout the year can help curb pest activity during autumn, such as regular vacuuming and wiping down of kitchen surfaces. Furthermore, clearing clutter out will remove food sources that attract insects as well as hiding spots that they use for shelter.
Winter
As temperatures cool off, pests move indoors in search of shelter. Rodents such as rats and mice often gnaw on wires and insulation before searching for warmth and food sources; spiders such as brown recluses and black widows enter homes; while stink bugs – known for emitting foul-smelling odors – seek warmth while overwintering indoors.
Homeowners can take proactive measures against pests by sealing cracks, clearing away clutter, and managing humidity to make their home less inviting to pests throughout the year. Scheduling regular visits from a professional pest controller allows timely inspections and treatments so problems don’t escalate further – these simple strategies allow homeowners to enjoy a pest-free home for years.