Why Pest Control May Save Christmas
It’s Christmas time in Central Texas, and we can expect (slightly) colder temperatures, lower humidity, and an overall break from the sweltering heat while we enjoy the holiday break. Between the onslaught of Christmas shopping, family vacations, and more Christmas shopping, many Texans put business and residential projects on the back burner to make more room in their wallets for the spending season. It’s commonplace to hear friends and neighbors say, “business is slow”, or, “we’re holding off on the bathroom renovation for a while.” However, while pushing back most residential chores won’t affect you in the long run, and non-retail businesses plan ahead for these slow months, there is a huge exception to the rule: getting the best pest control services available for the winter months!
Like other businesses, pest control companies tend to slow down during the winter months. People commonly mistake out of sight pests for a sign of no pests. However, most pests do not migrate to warmer temperatures like we wish they would. The reason you don’t see pests in or around your home means that they’re doing what they do best during the winter, hiding in your house until the spring arrives! Skipping out on your wintertime pest control visit may seem like a safe option, but it could cause the beginning of a costly infestation you’ll have to deal with at the beginning of the new year. Here are a few easy tips to help you keep up with your wintertime preventative pest control and some common winter pests you might see underneath the Christmas tree.
COMMON PESTS ENCOUNTERED DURING THE WINTER MONTHS
Mice, Rats, and Raccoons: Many Texans will experience these warm-blooded critters trying to invade their houses during the wintertime. While their natural food supplies may be a little harder to come by during the winter, these mammalian pests often resort to looking towards garbage areas and unsealed houses for an easy human-made meal.
Cockroaches and Termites: While less active during the winter months, both of these pests are still on the lookout for warmth, water, and food (for termites, the wood of your house).
Ants and Spiders: These pests often hibernate during the winter months. For spiders, check dark, warm areas inside your home like closets, attics, and behind furniture. Ants will often make their wintertime mounds in warmer areas besides the middle of your front yard like the rest of the year. Make sure to inspect for ant mounds around the base of your house, underneath piles of firewood, and underneath any areas with deep soil or rocks.
TIPS FOR PREVENTATIVE PEST CONTROL DURING THE WINTER MONTHS
Check inside cabinets and pantries for any signs of pests around stored food. Droppings and torn boxes are normal signs of pest activity inside your home.
Seal all cracks and crevices around your house since many pests are looking for a warm place to stay for the winter, just like the rest of us.
Keep your garbage and waste areas as clean as possible to avoid attracting potential pests.
Most importantly, don’t skip out on your normal preventative pest control from the Bug-A-Meister. A regularly scheduled visit will help you avoid the pains of dealing with a much larger pest problem once it’s spring and the pests start to move around again.
So the next time you’re waiting in line for this season’s hottest Christmas gift, visit www.bugameister.net/contact-us and schedule a free estimate on your preventative pest control this holiday season. After all, everyone wants a pest-free home for Christmas, even if it’s not what they put on their list.
