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Outdoor pest activity slows down considerably in the fall, but does that mean you don’t have to worry about pests getting into your house? Unfortunately, no. Fall pest control is just as important as your summer pest control service. With over 60 years of pest control experience through all four seasons, All-American Pest Control is here to explain why fall pest control matters.
The Myth That Pests Disappear in Fall
Many homeowners assume cooler weather means fewer pest problems. After all, many outdoor pests start to die off in the fall. Unfortunately, many pests remain active, but move inside in the fall. Fall infestations can often go unnoticed at first. You might see a pest or two, but think it’s a fluke, or the pests may simply move directly into out-of-the-way areas where you’re unlikely to see them. Unfortunately, if this happens, those pests can become a serious issue as fall turns to winter.
How Fall Weather Drives Pests Into Your Home
There are a few reasons why pest infestations tend to increase in the fall. The first one is fairly obvious. When the temperature begins to drop, pests look for a warm place to live. Pests like mice, spiders, and stink bugs all seek shelter in a warm location when it gets colder outside.
Tennessee falls also tend to last a while, which increases the chance that your house will end up with pests. Our mild autumns extend pest activity because the days tend to stay warm longer into November and even December. While northern states could already be experiencing snow at this time of year, the pests in Tennessee have a bit longer to look for a warm place to live.
In addition to looking for shelter, pests also look for food in the fall. While food sources were easy to find outside in the summer, those sources aren’t providing what they did anymore, forcing pests to seek alternatives. Homes provide all of the food that pests need, along with a steady water supply.
What Happens When You Skip Fall Pest Control
You can skip your fall pest control treatment and hope that pests don’t find their way into your house, but as with any action (or in this case, inaction), there could be consequences. That little gap around your window that you forgot to seal could become a highway for rodents and insects looking for a way inside. An unnoticed nest behind the boxes in your attic could spread throughout your house by winter’s end. The pests you didn’t realize were moving into your wall voids can easily hide out until it’s time to move back outside in the spring.
Rodents Establish Nests During Fall
Mice and rats build nests in insulation and wall voids, and behind storage boxes and appliances. If one breeding pair finds its way into your house, it can produce dozens of offspring by the end of the winter. By maintaining your home’s protection with a fall pest control treatment, you can stop an infestation before it starts.
Overwintering Insects Invade in Large Groups
Many insects move indoors in the fall. Stink bugs, lady beetles, and boxelder bugs cluster in attics and crawl spaces, overwintering there before emerging in the spring. Once inside, they're difficult to remove without professional help since they hide in hard-to-reach areas. With fall pest prevention, you can avoid this situation altogether.
Why Preventive Fall Treatments Work Better Than Reactive Winter Ones
It can be tempting to ignore pest control until after pests have gotten into your house. Why bother treating a problem that doesn’t exist yet? The truth is that preventive pest control saves you time and money, plus gives you peace of mind. If you treat your home’s exterior before pests get inside, you create a protective barrier around your house, stopping an infestation before it starts. You also avoid invasive interior treatments, home damage, and the possibility of pests spreading germs that make your family sick. Don’t wait for a mid-winter pest emergency. Avoid the stress with fall pest control.
What a Professional Fall Pest Control Service Includes
What can you expect from a professional fall pest control service? With All-American’s Perimeter Plus service, we’ll begin with an inspection of your property to identify active pests, conducive conditions, and any potential problem areas. We’ll apply an exterior perimeter treatment around your home's foundation, remove spider webs, and inspect and treat the interior if necessary. This treatment is designed specifically for the pests that are most common in the fall and covers over 47 different pests.
How Often Should You Schedule Fall Pest Control?
Having year-round pest control, including green pest control, means you’ll already be on the schedule before fall pests start looking for a cozy spot indoors. An annual fall treatment helps keep your home protected all winter long. It’s especially valuable if you’ve had pest issues in the past, but truly, every home benefits from this extra layer of protection. Getting your fall service taken care of before infestations begin ensures your home stays comfortable and pest-free all season.
Keep Your Home Pest-Free This Fall By Contacting All-American
Protect your home before pests move in for the season by scheduling your fall pest control service with All-American Pest Control today. Preventive fall pest control is the best way to avoid an infestation and all of the headaches that come with it. Instead of stressing about pests over the holidays, give yourself the gift of peace of mind for a pest-free fall and winter. Contact All-American to schedule your fall pest control today.
Reliable Pest Control in Nashville, TN & Surrounding Areas
Since 1961, All-American Pest Control has been your go-to team of trusted pest experts for homes, businesses, and home builders throughout Nashville and Middle Tennessee. Our expert team offers termite treatments, mosquito reduction, rodent removal, ant and spider control, and wasp nest removal—keeping your property protected year-round. As a local, family-owned company, we take pride in offering reliable, professional pest solutions with outstanding customer service.
We proudly serve: Sango, Woodlawn, Cunningham, Palmyra, Southside, Fredonia, Hilldale, Hickory Point, Clarksville, Ashland Hills, New Providence, St. Bethlehem, Needmore, Oakridge, Port Royal, Shady Grove, South Guthrie, Southaven, Dotsonville, Hampton Station, Marion, Rossview, and the entire Montgomery County and Greater Nashville areas.
For trusted pest control in Nashville, TN, and these surrounding communities, contact All-American Pest Control today! Call (615) 824-8814 or Schedule a Free Consultation online.