It was such a brutal winter for some. While us humans mostly have a place to go to get out of the winds and rain, we’re not alone in that regard. Pests have their own way of seeking shelter. Whether it’s under a pile of lumber, hidden deep in the thrushes or finding a hole and crawling into it, they come-up with a way to survive.

And while in their tiny lairs, they don’t have the convenience of marking-off days on the calendar for spring. Without a known address, a bug’s mailbox hasn’t been stuffed with seed catalogs. Something inside them – an internal clock – tells them that it’s time to get off their cans.

Spring is a time of rebirth and pests have been let in on the secret. That’s the ideal time for a virtual bug flare-up. Sure, it’s the same time we turn-off the BluRay and head to the woods, a pest’s brain has the same idea. The only exception is they are still watching old movies on VHS tape. But you get the idea.

Image from: Disney “A Bug’s Life”

Man and beast begin to roll-out for the annual invasion. Flies, June bugs, cicadas, bats, rats and raccoons are combing their hair, putting on some fresh clothes and start seeking out some new digs. Like your house or backyard living space.

The Pest Roster

Get ready to expect to see some of these non-beneficial (maybe a few good) pests zipping around your neighborhood. Here’s what you can expect, year-after-year.

• Squirrels.
  They don’t disappear during the autumn and winter months. They’ll still scatter around the outside. Nevertheless, some clever ones will squeeze through a crack and redecorate your attic or outdoor storage shed. It’s pretty rare to get bit by one of these rodents, but the fleas they carry – nestled in their fur – can cause havoc when they get sick of sucking on the blood of a particular squirrel. Have pets? They’ll hitch a ride on your best friend. The cycle of life being what it is, your dogs and cats bring the fleas inside. Next thing you know, you’re seeing a doctor because you got bit by one of these little hoppers. Equally problematic are the ticks that enjoy a squirrel meal.
• Mosquitoes.
  Spring usually brings with it rain. The water that falls from the heavens is where this other brand of blood-sucker breeds. Other than the itching for days, some ‘skeeters likewise carry West Nile Virus. For the young and elderly, that disease can be a death warrant. If you have any puddles, discarded car tires with water pooled inside, empty plant containers or a birdbath, you need to drain what you can or flush-out the container every-so-often to make their maternity wards empty-out quickly.
• Raccoons.
  It’s not the neighborhood kids pranking you. It’s probably some hungry raccoons looking for food. Prevention is key. Use trash receptacles that can be well-sealed. What they can’t smell or rip through will keep them from spreading your garbage all over your property. Another tip: Put all refuse cans as far from any structures as you can.
• Bats.
  Mid-summer is when these spooky rodents begin to flap around. That’s because the baby bats now know how to fly. Bats are not necessarily evil. They eat mosquitoes. Your challenge is to give them a place to raise their brood at the farthest end of your property. Those who have a bat problem, call your pest control business. They’ll know best how to relocate these beneficial, but ugly beasts. No need to kill them. In their own little way, they can be a blessing.
• House Flies.
  Ever wonder who invented the fly swatter? They should get a Nobel Peace prize. Gramma was right to always keep one of these units nearby. Get screens for every portal in your house and as mom used to say “Shut the door behind you!”
• Ants.
  Cleanliness is the most superior way to rid yourself of ants. If there’s food to be found – little crumbs or a drop of syrup – they will find it. They leave behind pheromone trails to point the clan toward the grub. It’s simple, keep your home as spotless as you can and seal all food with tight lids.
• June Bugs.
  No harm in having a few June bugs around, but if you have an outdoor light and leave it on, you’ll quickly realize how many June bugs and moths there are in your vicinity. Turn off all unnecessary lights. You’ll solve that problem straightway. Another upside, you save money by not wasting electricity.

Follow these steps to prevention and you should have a pest free Spring! Just know that if one does manage to make it through, Vulcan Termite and Pest Control has your back! Give us a call for Spring pricing and get ahead of the game before the pests get ahead of you!

Original Source: https://www.vulcantermite.com/seasonalpests/theyre-coming-bug-season