Which Pests Come Out in the Fall?
Posted by Mosquito SquadSeptember 26, 2024
Pests do not actually come out in the fall. Many are coming to your home to find shelter for the winter.
You could be seeing many more bugs around your home or business right now. It’s not because they have suddenly multiplied in your yard. They have all simply been out in nature, finding food and shelter, breeding, and generally living their best lives. You don’t have to experience droves of pests outside your home in El Paso this fall. Call Mosquito Squad for pest control in El Paso this fall – or any time pests are causing issues outside your home!
Rodents Are Problematic in the Fall
As days shorten and become cooler, rodents, like bugs, will be warmly invited to areas around or inside your home. They will often seek shelter in crawl spaces, attics, garages, and your living areas. Aside from the fact that rodents invade our private spaces as the weather cools, not all rats and mice go into hibernation. Many will remain active, happily foraging for food in your home all winter long.
Along Come Many Spiders in the Fall
Fall spiders are a bit different than other bugs and pests. Spiders that hatched in the springtime are now adults, who are searching for mates. The onslaught of adult spiders might make you feel like there has been a sudden population increase. In fact, they have been out there all summer, but they were smaller. If you see more spiders outside your home or business – or inside – they could be there for a few reasons. In addition to looking for a mate, they might be enticed by other insects on which they feed. Add to that, a cozy space to lay their eggs is appealing close to or inside your house.
Stink Bugs, Armies of Autumn Invaders
There are a number of types of stink bugs in Texas and when they show themselves, they do it in large numbers! Their stench is compared to a plethora of unappealing aromas, including cilantro, skunks, and spoiled meat. They release their noxious chemical when they feel threatened, and can really make your environment uncomfortable to be in. They also produce another chemical that is detectable only by other stink bugs – so the bugs that are already around your home are calling on others to join them for mating.
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Mosquito Squad of El Paso is ready to serve you with our effective pest control services this fall or any season, including mosquito control, fire ant control, gnat control, fly control, and scorpion control. We also treat no-see-ums, ticks, and other outdoor pests. Find out more about our pest control in El Paso - get in touch with Mosquito Squad today by filling out our form online or calling us at (915) 800-0343 for a free pest assessment and quote.