Effect of Weather & Humidity on Insects in Hammonton, NJ; Fall Exterior Home Pest Sealing Needed & More

Pests are a problem during some times during the year more than others. It is important that you understand what to expect out of each season so you can prepare accordingly. As long as you know what their activity level is and what their habits may be during each season, you can successfully avoid infestations. Ross Environmental Solutions is here to share some tips to help you keep pests out of your home no matter what the weather is like outside.

Spring: The Awakening of Insects

During the spring season the entire world is starting to wake up. Not only will you start to see flowers and plants start to emerge from the ground, but pests will be waking up as well. Many pests are dormant during the winter and will be stepping out of their winter home as the weather gets warmer. This is also the season for mating. They will be looking to increase their population during the spring and that usually takes place outside. They won’t be as determined to get in your house while they are looking for a mate.

Summer: Major Flying & Crawling Outside Pests

While there are thousands of pests that are happily living their life in the summer months, they are usually living it outside. Most of the time, they aren’t looking to get into your home because the weather is warm, and they are comfortable outside. However, when you are planning your outdoor barbeque, you may run into pests like mosquitoes and wasps that try and crash the party. You also need to be vigilant in protecting yourself as well as your pets from dangerous tick bites as well as the diseases that can be carried by mosquitoes.

Fall: Exterior Home Pest Sealing

The fall months are the months that you need to be seeking any way you possibly can to keep pests out of your home. You will start to notice that the weather cools off considerably and pests will be trying to make their way into your home. Sealing any entry points and storing food properly is the best way to arm yourself against fall time pests. You can enlist the help of professionals to give your home a little added protection against pests that will be surely looking for warmth and food in your home.

Winter: Insects Try to Survive in Your House

There are many pests that will hibernate during the winter in order to survive. If they have made it into your home, they are warm and happy there as long as you will let them stay. There are also some pests that will migrate south for the winter to avoid hibernating. Not only do you need to worry about insects, but you should be aware of mice and rats that will be seeking refuge from harsh winters in your home as well.

Year Round Pest Control

If you need to get your home ready for the cooler weather that is sure to come, you can rely on the pest control experts at Ross Environmental Solutions to keep them out of your home. Call us today!