Common Summer Household Pests

Common Summer Household Pests

May 19, 2022 | Pest Control

Household pests are any undesired animal that has a history of living, invading, causing damage to, eating food from, acting as a disease vector for, or causing any other harm to a human habitat. While many are just considered a nuisance, some household pests can become dangerous as they pose a risk to health, property, and lifestyle. Also, household pests aren’t just limited to insects. They include arachnids, rodents, and wildlife.

While household pests can be found year-round, some are more common in the summer months. Here are four of the most common summer pests and how you can prevent them.

Mosquitoes

Mosquito season peaks during the summer months. Mosquitoes are able to reproduce in large numbers due to the warm weather and humid environments that accelerate their life cycle. If you have standing water on your property, you will most likely see mosquitoes since this is where they lay their eggs. Mosquitoes can be dangerous to humans as they carry pathogens that can cause serious diseases such as Zika and West Nile virus.

Mosquitoes can be prevented by:

  • Wearing clothing that covers your arms and legs
  • Eliminating areas of standing water
  • Repairing or replacing torn window screens
  • Applying insect repellent

Ants

Ants hibernate in the winter and come out in full force during the summer. Ants are usually seen indoors during the summer because they’re searching for food and water as these can become scarce for them. They are also building up their reserves for the fall and winter months.

Ants can be prevented by:

  • Keeping your home clean, especially the kitchen
  • Not leaving pet food and water bowls outdoors
  • Sealing cracks and holes in your home’s exteriors
  • Keeping trees and shrubs trimmed away from the house

Termites

Termite swarming season is in the spring, but these newly established colonies grow exponentially in the summer. Termites can go long periods of time undetected. This allows them to cause significant damage to your home. It’s important to keep an eye out for signs of termites so you’re able to catch them early.

Termites can be prevented by:

  • Eliminating wood to soil contact around foundations
  • Keeping plants a few feet away from your home
  • Fixing leaks and eliminating any other sources of excess moisture
  • Having an annual termite inspection performed

Flies

Flies invade your home in the summer months to escape the heat. While they only reproduce during the hotter months, getting indoors allows them to do so even more prolifically.

Flies can be prevented by:

  • Keeping windows, doors, and vents sealed
  • Using garbage cans with tight fitting lids
  • Storing food in airtight containers
  • Not leaving dirty dishes out
  • Turning off outdoor lights at night

Don’t let these common pests ruin your summer. If you have a problem with any of these pests, contact your local pest control company. They will be able to help eliminate them safely and prevent them going forward.

Common Ant-Infested Areas

Common Ant-Infested Areas

Oct 26, 2021 | Pest Control

Ants are known for being one of the most common home invaders. As soon as they see an opening, they will invade your house and any food they can get their hands on. While they tend to enter homes during the winter, now is the perfect time to start putting preventive measures in the most common areas ants are found – the kitchen and bathroom!

The kitchen is an ideal place for ants to infest. These pests are constantly looking for a water source, and the kitchen is the perfect place to find it. If your kitchen isn’t cleaned frequently and thoroughly, ants will quickly invade. Below are a few ant prevention tips to help keep them out of your kitchen:

  • Store any sweet food items, such as honey and syrup, in plastic containers that seal tightly. Also, you should wipe them down after use to remove any sticky residue.
  • Clean up any spills or crumbs on your countertops and kitchen floors.
  • Get rid of any ripe fruit.
  • If you have pets, pick up any leftover food and wash their bowls frequently.

Along with the kitchen, your bathroom is highly vulnerable to an ant infestation. A bathroom is an attractive place for ants because they enjoy moisture and dark places. Carpenter ants will build their nest in damp areas, such as behind bathroom tiles or under sinks. To prevent ants from infesting your bathroom, take these preventative measures:

  • Regularly inspect your sink, toilets, and tubs for any leaks or drips to avoid excess moisture.
  • Give your bathroom a good and thorough cleaning by scrubbing the floors with a disinfectant cleaner and wiping down the insides of your drawers.

If you have noticed an invasion of ants inside of your home, consider calling your local pest control company. Trained service professionals will set you up with a prevention and ant control plan to help prevent these pests during peak ant season.

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