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Pests often vary in behavior and activity levels as seasons change. As a property owner, understanding these patterns is crucial for effective pest management, keeping your home safe year-round. At Wheeler’s Pest Control, we leverage extensive expertise and proven strategies to address unwanted critters in every season, preventing infestations and subsequent hazards. The last thing you want is increased pest activity in your property when you least expect it, causing irreversible damage and costly restorations. With that said, consulting a reputable pest service provider can help you familiarize yourself with the seasonal behaviors so that you can anticipate issues and take proactive measures.
Spring is ideal for pest removal, since it often marks the beginning of pest activity. As a property owner, conduct a thorough inspection in vulnerable spaces, including cracks in the foundation, gaps around doors and windows, and potential entry points that unwanted critters could exploit. Once you’ve identified openings, use weather stripping or caulk to seal the openings, significantly reducing the likelihood of an infestation.
Additionally, inspect your outdoor spaces for signs of pest activity, including droppings and nests. Check overgrown vegetation and other suitable areas where pests can seek shelter, such as fallen leaves and debris, as well as stagnant water. A professional pest control team can eliminate potential nesting sites, significantly reducing their populations.
With summer around the corner, the humidity and heat create suitable breeding conditions for many pests. The best way to combat this increased activity is to maintain cleanliness inside and outside your home. In addition, regularly cleaning food residue in the kitchen and dining areas can eliminate cockroaches, ants, and other unwanted critters.
Store food in airtight containers and dispose of garbage quickly to minimize the risk of attracting unwanted critters. If you prefer a more hands-off approach, hire professional pest service providers to install physical barriers and screens, keeping your living spaces bug-free throughout the warm months.
As temperatures begin to drop and the days grow shorter, many pests seek shelter indoors to escape the cold. This migration makes it necessary for homeowners to take a proactive approach towards pest removal. One effective strategy is conducting in-depth inspections of the home’s exterior, checking for cracks and gaps that could serve as potential entry points for insects and rodents.
Once you identify openings, hire a professional pest control company to ensure the use of appropriate sealing materials that reduce the chances of an infestation. Additionally, fall is an excellent time for outdoor activities, allowing you to implement effective preventive strategies and mitigate the likelihood of pest invasion during the winter.
The cold months present unique challenges in pest removal and management, as many critters enter a dormant state while others seek refuge indoors. Despite the harsh winter weather, certain pests like rodents can become a nuisance if they enter your living or working spaces. To ensure this doesn’t happen, maintain a clean environment and seal off potential entrances to your building.
Inspect the basement, attic, and crawlspaces for signs of rodents. These include gnaw marks or droppings, as they indicate a potential infestation that requires immediate attention. The pest service can seal off entry points and utilize traps or baits if necessary to effectively manage unwanted critters on your premises.
Whether you are dealing with insects or rodents, consider hiring professional pest control to access effective solutions and guidance. Additionally, licensed exterminators provide ongoing maintenance plans that prevent future infestations. Contact Wheeler’s Pest Control to schedule a consultation with our experts to enjoy peace of mind knowing your home is protected from pests year-round.
Guys came on time did their job in a very professional way and we are very happy with their service.
Company is on top of their game David showed up to get are gophers. came out three days in a row haven’t seen a go for since
Joseph is a great ambassador for Wheeler's pest control, and a shout out to Daniel for dealing with my crazy schedule. Thanks guys!
A local business that everyone should support. All techs are knowledgeable, professional! FYI, they are also great w/ eradicating gophers as well!!