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According to many people in Middle TN, spring and summer are the best seasons of the year. They also tend to be the favorite seasons of pests. If you’re a Green Hills homeowner, you’ll likely notice an increase in pest activity as the temperatures rise over the next few months. If pests are unchecked, they can cause damage to your home. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to common spring and summer pests in Green Hills to help you stay ahead and protect your property.
Why Spring and Summer are Peak Pest Seasons
Some pests remain active through the winter, but many can’t survive the colder temperatures. Spring and summer are peak pest seasons in large part because of the warmer weather. As soon as the temperature begins to rise, pest activity begins to increase as well.
Along with warmer temperatures, other factors make spring and summer prime pest seasons. With warm weather comes the regrowth of food sources that were dormant all winter. Spring is often a rainy season, bringing plenty of moisture that pests need to survive.
Many pests also have natural breeding cycles that begin in the spring. In spring, pests start to lay or hatch eggs and they keep breeding through most of the summer. By late summer, pest numbers are at their highest.
Top Pests to Watch for in Green Hills During Spring & Summer
Green Hills and all our Middle TN service area has a lot of pest activity. Unfortunately, many of the pests that are active here are not only a nuisance, but can be destructive as well. Some of the top pests to watch for around your Green Hills property this spring and summer include:
Termites
Termites mate in the spring, which leads to new termite colonies and new infestations. Because they eat wood, termites are a major threat to the structural integrity of your home. When they get inside, they damage wooden structures and surfaces. They are appropriately nicknamed "silent destroyers" because they often go undetected. If they aren't addressed, eventually the damage can become quite severe.
Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants, like termites, can cause damage to wood. Although they don’t eat wood, they do dig tunnels and nests in it. A carpenter ant infestation in your home can cause structural damage.
Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes won’t damage your property, but they are annoying and can spread diseases when they bite. Once they get onto your property, if standing water is present, they can reproduce very quickly. Buzzing, biting mosquitoes make it nearly impossible to spend a nice evening outdoors.
Ticks
Ticks, like mosquitoes, are disease-spreading pests that you don’t want on your property. They are often brought into yards by wildlife. The best way to do this is to make your property less accessible to passing wildlife. Installing a fence is a great way to do this.
Wasps & Hornets
Wasps and hornets are stinging insects that often show up in the spring. At first in small numbers, but their nests continue to grow throughout the summer. If you’re allergic to their stings, a wasp or hornet infestation can be quite dangerous, but even if you’re not, a sting from these pests is unpleasant.
Rodents
Rodents are one of the yuckiest pests to get into Green Hills homes. Although they’re most likely to infest your home in the fall, they can remain active through the spring and summer. This is the perfect time of year to take the necessary steps to avoid an infestation in the future.
Stink Bugs & Boxelder Bugs
Stink bugs and boxelder bugs are two occasional invaders that often move into homes in the fall. They overwinter in your walls, and reappear in the spring as they make their way back outdoors. They aren’t dangerous, only a nuisance, they can stain furniture and fabrics, and stink bugs give off an unpleasant odor.
Warning Signs of Pest Damage at Your Home
Identifying pest-caused damage to your home isn’t always easy. Some pests, cause damage from the inside out, so it isn’t visible until it is extensive. Others leave signs of damage behind that you might mistake for something else.
If you’re concerned about pests causing damage in your house, it helps to know what to look for. When looking for damage, you can also look for signs of pest activity. The following are signs of pest-caused damage or a pest infestation:
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Wood damage. This includes tunnels, bulging, buckling, and sagging, as well as windows and doors that are difficult to open or close. Also, if you gently knock on the wood and it sounds hollow.
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Mud tubes built along foundation walls.
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Nests or swarming pests near home structures.
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Small holes in untreated wood.
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Jagged gnaw marks on items and food packaging.
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Pest droppings on counters and floors, in cabinets, and under or behind appliances.
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Unpleasant odors.
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Persistent indoor sightings of pests like stink bugs.
How Pests Can Damage Your Home & Property
Pests can cause a surprising amount of damage to your home. Arguably, the most damaging pests are termites. Termites cause over $5 billion in structural damage to buildings in the United States every year.
Rodents also cause billions of dollars in property damage every year. They chew through wires, pipes, insulation, and personal property. They cause flooding and water damage, start fires, and make homes less efficient.
Pests don’t just damage your home, they can also pose serious health risks. Ticks, stinging insects, rodents, and mosquitoes can spread diseases to both people and pets. The effects of such, range from mild to severe.
Effective Pest Prevention Tips for Green Hills Homeowners
Luckily, as bad as it may sound to have pests on your property, there is hope. There are things you can do to prevent a pest infestation in your Green Hills home. Try these prevention tips this spring and summer to protect your family and your home:
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Conduct regular inspections to look for signs of pest activity, as well as maintenance issues that need to be addressed.
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Keep your yard tidy by cutting the grass, trimming foliage, and removing lawn debris and leaf litter.
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Reduce standing water and moisture all around your property, both outside and inside.
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Seal entry points into your home.
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Put in place good sanitation practices.
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Have routine professional preventive pest treatments.
When to Call Professional Pest Control
There are several things to be on the lookout for that show it’s time to call in the professionals for pest control:
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If you notice signs of damage to your home or property.
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If you see increased pest activity around your home or property.
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If you want to be proactive to avoid damage to your home or property.
For any of these things, call us.
All-American Pest Control Provides The Spring And Summer Pest Protection You Need
If you're seeing an increase in pests around your Green Hills home or if you're ready to be proactive about pests, contact All-American Pest Control. Our home pest control services in Green Hills will help get rid of current pest infestations and prevent them from coming back. We offer many pest control options, including green pest control and comprehensive home and yard treatments. To discuss which pest control option is right for you, contact All-American Pest Control today.
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