Pests might not be in the forefront of your mind during the winter, that is, unless you have a pest infestation in your home. There are several pests that still pose a threat to your home and property during the winter months. There are also many pests that die off during the winter after they have laid eggs that are set to hatch in the spring. Knowing which pests are a problem that you should be aware of during the winter is important. Effective Pest Services is here to talk about what happens with certain pests during the winter months.
How Pests React to Cold, Winter Weather
Depending on the pest in question, the way they react to the winter months can vary. Some pests will see the end of their life cycle with winter weather and others have unique survival techniques.
– Spiders: In most cases, when you see spiders in your home, they have likely always been there. If you notice them outside, they more than likely haven’t ever been inside your house. Spiders will either live inside or outside. When they come in contact with cold temperatures, they create an antifreeze compound inside their bodies that allows them to survive the winter.
– Stinging Insects: When it comes to wasps, they don’t usually survive the winter. Many of them die off and only the mated females will find a safe spot to wait out the winter protected. Bees on the other hand, some species will huddle together, and others will enter diapause where they aren’t very active and go into survival mode. If you have an unusually warm winter and see some stinging insect activity, it is likely females.
– Ants: Most ant species are going to dig underground to survive the winter. They will also gorge themselves to get enough girth that it doesn’t matter if food sources are scarce. However, if ants are given the chance to enter in your house to wait out the winter, they will certainly take that opportunity.
– Rodents: Rodents are a little different from many pests as they will continue to seek out a place where they can hide during the winter but still stay active. Your home is the ideal place for them and most rodents will go to great lengths to get inside. They need a shelter that offers warmer temperatures. Other places they may check are sheds, garages, and even vehicles. Sealing your home to prevent them from getting inside is a must.
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It is important that you prepare your home and property for winter pests by turning to Effective Pest Services. We will make sure your home is protected against pest infestations this winter. There is no pest problem too large or too small for us to handle. We provide pest control services that can target the unique pest control challenges that your home may be facing. Call us today!
