Many people do not start thinking about the importance of pest control until pests start to become a problem. When the weather warms up in the spring and summer there are some pests that seem to come out in droves. Other pests will cause you problems all year long no matter what the weather is like outside. You may be wondering if you need more frequent pest services during the spring and summer to combat the increase in pest activity. The amount of pest control you need now and throughout the year depends upon a number of factors.
Some Pests are More Active During the Spring and Summer
Pests like mosquitoes, ants, flies, and stinging insects seem to disappear when the weather is cold and return with a vengeance once it warms up again. Female mosquitoes lay eggs in water as the weather starts to cool and then die off. The mosquitoes remain in an immature state until the weather warms and they can continue to develop and then emerge from the water. Other pests like ants and some stinging insects hunker down for the winter and re-emerge in the spring. It is true that you will have more pests to deal with in the spring and summer and may have to get additional pest control services to deal with them.
Some Pests will Cause Problems All Year Long
Pests like cockroaches, rodents, and termites will cause problems in your house all year long. You cannot let down your defenses against these pests because they will not stop trying to get inside. Cockroaches are incredibly adaptable pests and can survive in a wide range of environments – including your home. Rodents can build nests using items they find in your home and live comfortably off of the food and water that is available inside. Once termites establish a colony, they will continue to eat away at the wood in your home around-the-clock. You must be consistent with your pest control efforts to keep these year-round pests away from your home.
How to Determine the Level of Pest Control You Need
The level of pest control you need will be determined by the current infestation status of your home as well as type of pests that are causing problems. If you have a current infestation then you need intervention now – no matter the time of year. Once you get the current infestation eradicated you need to develop a plan to prevent a re-infestation. You can get help determining the level and type of pest control you need by working with a pest pro.
It is possible that you may need additional pest control services in the spring and summer. However, if you choose to get regularly scheduled pest services throughout the year you will be at a lower risk for developing new infestations during these seasons. If you need any type of help getting or keeping pests out – get in touch with the pros at San Joaquin Pest Control.
