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14 February 2017

To Every Season, There Is A Pest

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Different seasons of the year bring different pest problems. Because most pests have predictable habits, you can plan ahead before they become a problem. Knowing which pests are prevalent at different times helps you develop an effective pest-control strategy.

Spring

At springtime, you need to be on guard for the following pests:

  • Termites
  • Clothes moths
  • Pigeons

Termites

In spring, termites begin mating and building new colonies. This is their “swarming season”, as they prefer warm weather, especially after rain.

Clothes moths

Springtime is also when clothes moths begins breeding.

An interesting fact about clothes moths: The larvae, not the adult moths, damage fabrics and clothes.

Read more: How to prevent and get rid of moths

Pigeons

Pigeons’ mating season occurs each springtime. As pigeon numbers increase, so does the amount of droppings they leave behind. This can become a dangerous source of diseases.

Other spring pests

Other common spring pests include stinging insects, ants and cockroaches. Increased travel at this time of year can lead to bed bug infestations as well. Also, during a cold spring, rodents might come indoors seeking warmth and shelter.

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Summer

Many pests enjoy the warm, lazy, hazy days to summer, including:

  • Mosquitoes
  • Stinging Insects
  • Ants
  • Cockroaches
  • Flies
  • Bed bugs

Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes become very common in summer. The warm weather leads to an increase in mosquito eggs. Mosquito bites can lead to irritating itches

Read more: How to prevent mosquitoes and midges

Stinging insects

Have you ever had an idyllic summer picnic ruined by a swarm of wasps, bees or hornets? During the hot summer months, stinging insect populations can soar.

Ants

Although ant season usually starts in spring, they don’t become a serious problem until the summer. They begin to breed and build new colonies. In July, you’re likely to see swarms of flying ants.

Read more: How to get rid of ants

Cockroaches

Although cockroaches can be problem at any time of the year, they breed during the summer. A cockroach infestation brings many problems, such as food-borne illnesses and allergic reactions.

Learn more about 5 ways to prevent cockroaches in your home

Flies

Flies also breed during the summer, and you can see large swarms of them during these months. They can be an unsightly problem and spread disease.

Read more: How to get rid of flies in your house

Bed bugs

Bed bugs can become a problem at any time of the year. However, increased travel and hotel stays during the summer can lead to an increase in infestations. Bed bugs can easily move from hotel beds to travellers’ luggage.

Read more: How to prevent bed bug bite when travelling

Other summer pests

The warm weather can also lead to flea problems, a particular nuisance for pet owners. Birds and rodents are also active during the summer.

Autumn

As the cold autumn days draw in, many pests start to seek shelter indoors. Common pests at this time of year include:

  • Stink bugs
  • Spiders
  • Bed bugs
  • Fleas

Stink bugs

These bugs, as their name suggests, can raise quite a stink if they infest your premises. When threatened, they release a strong-smelling, foul liquid that repels attackers. The smell is likely to repel your customers too! Stink bugs also damage crops, making them a serious worry for the agriculture sector.

Spiders

Many people are afraid of spiders, and in the autumn, spiders tend to move indoors in search of warmth. Also, this is prime mating time for spiders.

Read more: How to prevent and get rid of spiders in your house

Fleas

Most pests move indoors during the autumn, searching for warmth, shelter and food. Fleas can become a serious problem for pet owners.

Learn more about 8 home remedies for fleas

Other autumn pests

If the autumn is mild and warm, stinging insects may linger for a few months, still posing a serious problem. Also, pests such as cockroaches and rodents begin to move indoors at this time of year.

Winter

The cold winter chill leads to many pests migrating indoors. At this time of year, you need to prepare for the following pests:

  • Rats
  • Mice

Rats

Rats are possibly the most serious winter pest, because they can cause a lot of damage to property, as well as spread dangerous diseases. Rats are powerful rodents and can damage electrical machinery, leading to production problems and safety risks.

Read more: how to identify a rat from a mouse

Mice

Mice also migrate inside at this time of year, search for shelter and food. They nibble paper and fabrics, and gnaw on electric wires, causing damage to property. They can also spread germs and cause food contamination.

Other winter pests

Cockroaches and fleas move indoors during the winter, in order to avoid the cold. Bed bug infestations can also increase as a result of Christmas travel.

Check out common winter pests in Ireland and how to get rid of them

Looking for year round protection from pests? Contact the experts at Rentokil today.

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