Seasonal Pests: Who They Are And When They Strike

Each season brings along its unique charm and warmth, but with these variations in climate, it also becomes a breeding ground for certain pests. In the journey through each season, let's uncover who these seasonal pests are, when they tend to be most active and the necessary measures to ensure your home remains a sanctuary, not a pest haven.

With the arrival of spring and the awakening of nature, several pests also come to life. The most common culprits during this season include:

Termites

Brought to life by the warm, moist conditions of spring, termites become particularly active. Their main activity includes feeding, breeding and causing havoc to your wooden structures.

Ants

The season of spring marks the beginning of ants venturing out of their colonies. They will boldly march towards any food sources they can find, often causing nuisances in kitchens and pantries.

Mosquitoes

The rise in temperature transforms stagnant water bodies into breeding havens for mosquitoes. Besides being a major irritant, they are potential disease carriers, thus posing a health risk.

Summer sets the stage for some pests to become even more active. These hot months may introduce you to:

Cockroaches

Thriving under the scorching summer heat, cockroaches tend to gravitate towards humid and dark places within your home. Their presence can lead to the spread of germs and allergens.

Flies

While flies make their appearance throughout the year, their numbers significantly increase during summer, often intruding upon outdoor gatherings.

The falling temperatures of autumn invite certain pests to seek refuge within your home:

Rodents

As the weather starts to cool, rodents, including mice and rats, begin looking for warm places to nest. This search often leads them right into your home.

Wasps

During autumn, wasps exhibit increased aggression as they prepare their queens for overwintering. It's common to find their nests being built in or around homes during this time.

The colder months of winter encourage several pests to seek warmth indoors:

Mice and Rats

Continuing their pursuit of warmth and food, mice and rats often make your home their winter retreat, causing damage by gnawing on wood and wires.

Spiders

Winter witnesses the return of spiders, preferring the warm indoors to the cold outside. While most spiders pose no harm, some venomous species could potentially endanger the household.

If pests have begun to infiltrate your home, don't wait for the problem to escalate. At Albury Wodonga Pest Control, we provide effective solutions customised to your specific needs. Allow us to help you reclaim your home from these seasonal pests. Contact us today for a pest-free tomorrow.