Pest control treatments are important all year round, but it is actually very important during the winter months even if you aren’t seeing any pests. Here are a few reasons why pest control during the winter in the Treasure Valley is important:
1. Pests seek shelter from the cold.
As the weather gets colder, many pests will try to find a warm place to hide. This could mean that they will try to enter your home through any small crack or opening. By having a pest control company that comes and services your home on a regular basis, you can prevent these pests from entering your home and making it their new home.
2. Not all pests die from the cold.
Just because you don’t see the pests doesn’t mean they are not there. Some pests don’t die from the cold weather but instead, they find places to hide while they overwinter. Pests that overwinter in your home will typically stay hidden all winter and then once temperatures start to warm up they will emerge which is why you see more pests as the weather warms. Ants, mosquitos, ladybugs, stink bugs, and box elder bugs are some of the pests that may use your home as a place to overwinter. Having your home treated by a pest control company in the winter will help prevent these pests from emerging when the weather warms up.
3. Pests can cause damage to your home.
Some pests, such as mice and rats, can chew on wiring and insulation, which can be a fire hazard. Others, like carpenter ants and termites, can cause structural damage to your home. By eliminating and preventing these pests, you can protect your home from potential damage.
4. Pests can carry diseases.
Many pests, such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, and mice can transmit diseases to humans. By eliminating and preventing these pests, you can reduce the risk of getting sick.
Overall, pest control is essential in the winter because it can help protect your home, health, and quality of life. By investing in regular pest control services for your home, you can ensure that your home is free of pests all year round. Give Evade Pest a call or text today at 208-917-3577 or fill out the form! Evade Pest provides pest control services all over the Treasure Valley.