Five Pests to Keep an Eye Out for This Spring

With an end to snowy nights and chilly mornings in sight, it’s time for homeowners to be vigilant about pests and nuisances that will start to appear as temperatures rise. All manner of animals and insects are ready to start the year by moving into your yard and home. The first step in dealing with a pest problem is identifying that you have one in the first place. Here’s a list of five pests that might make an appearance on your property as we get further into spring.

Mosquitos

This insect has become far more than an annoyance in recent times. With the risk of Zika and West Nile viruses becoming a serious threat, mosquitos and the way we handle them as parasites have become much more serious issues.

Termites

Similar to ants, winged termites (known as swarmers) emerge in spring from their colonies to reproduce and propagate new colonies from established ones. Winged termites in your yard or home are a sure indicator that there’s a more robust colony nearby, and should be cause for contacting a professional service like JP Pest Services to deal with the issue directly.

Rodents

Squirrels, mice, and rats all become more active when spring arrives. Damage from these pests ranges from minor annoyances, like spilled trash cans and bird feeders, to serious and costly damage to your property and home.

Boxelder Bugs

While not necessarily a danger to humans, boxelder bug infestations can certainly become a nuisance over time. You’re most likely to see these bugs congregate and emerge from the side of your house that gets the most sunlight during the day.

Ticks

Another parasite that spreads disease, ticks become active when the warm temperatures of spring arrive. They represent a threat to humans and pets alike, and their propensity for spreading lyme disease means they should be treated as a serious threat.

If you find your home or business suddenly under siege from these or other pests, you best course of action is to contact the professionals at JP Pest Services for a free estimate of your home or property. We identify infestations and stop them before they get out of control.