Preventing Summer Pests the Right Way
Summer has arrived, and with it, all of the insects that have lain dormant during the year. Insects and other pests grow during the warm months of the year, but we don't frequently think about it when planning holidays and other outdoor activities. This does not, however, mean that bugs must become a permanent fixture in your house just because they are part of the season.
Climate and geographic location have a considerable impact on pest-related issues faced by households across the country, even if the pests are well-known. Our research has led us to discover the five most prevalent summer pests, as well as ways to avoid becoming a victim of them. Call a pest insulation service right away if you see these insects in your home.
Mosquitoes
Summer is mosquito breeding season, and they take advantage of the warm temperatures and humidity. Standing water is a breeding ground for mosquitoes, so if you have some on your property, expect to see them. The fact that they can spread viruses like Zika, dengue fever, and malaria despite their small size makes them a serious threat to people.
If you want to keep mosquitoes away from your house, do these steps.
Remove any excess water.
Use a repellent to keep mosquitoes away.
Use screens to protect the doors and windows.
Ants
Ants have emerged from hibernation and are in search of food to sustain their colony through the spring and summer months. Ants come in many varieties, and each one necessitates a particular approach to prevention:
Sugar ants spend a lot of time in your house searching for sweet things to eat. Keep your kitchen (and home) clean, and store food in airtight containers at all times.
'Crazy ants' can eat through electrical wires because of their frenetic nature. Be sure to thoroughly seal your home's windows, doors, and any other openings. Along with holes for electrical, heating and air-conditioning, and plumbing equipment
When left untreated, fire ant bites can be very painful and turn into a major garden problem. Maintain a low growth lawn, clear leaf piles, and stack wood around your home to prevent fire ants from using these areas as nesting sites.
Pests
Although spring is prime termite season, summer is a significant period of growth for termite colonies all around the world. Because this annoyance is often overlooked until it is too late, taking the required precautions to keep them out of your home is critical.
Minimize dampness near the home's foundation by ensuring drainage is pointing away from it.
Clear the foundation of mulch, stored firewood, and lumber.
Keep trees, shrubs, and bushes trimmed well away from your house.
Cockroaches
Cockroaches, which are pests that no one wants in their home, become more active as the temperature rises above 70 degrees. Cockroaches can be prevented in several ways. The first is to keep your home clean.
Keep food in airtight containers, keep eating places to a single room, and clear your trashcan on a regular basis.
Protect your home by securing all openings such as cracks in the outside or interior doors, crawl spaces, and utility pipes.
Millipedes
When the weather becomes colder, these arthropods come inside and leave when the weather gets warmer. In addition to hiding from the cold, millipedes have been known to mate while hiding, which may be a big pain because they can deposit up to 300 eggs, which can quickly turn into an infestation. Among the steps you can do to keep them out of your house is to seal any openings such as cracks in your windows and doors.
Eliminate moisture sources like leaking pipes and faucets by fixing leaks.
Eliminate gutter clogs and other drainage issues by clearing the gutters of all debris.
Just by following these suggestions, you can ensure that your house remains a place of comfort rather than a source of stress. Call your local pest control company and ask how to obtain Mother Nature’s Pest & Lawn for pest insulation if you want to be sure you are protected from these pesky insects.