With fall right around the corner, it’s a good time to start thinking about what pests to watch as the weather gets cooler and the leaves turn. While a range of pests will inevitably die off as the weather turns, many are still active in the fall, and some even become more common as they prepare for winter.
Here are some pests to remember and watch for this fall in Massachusetts.
Bees Become Busier in the Fall
As the weather cools, bees will become busier and more common in the months before winter. Honey bees are harmless but can become more common as they gather nutrients from late-blooming flowers. However, the more dangerous relative, wasps, can become more active as they switch their diet heading into the cold months.
Mice & Rats Look For Warmth in the Fall
Another pesky pest to look out for this fall are mice and rats. These annoying rodents will be looking to get into your home to escape the weather conditions to come. They seek warmth and lots of food. The best way to protect your home is by sealing up gaps or openings around the base and keeping food and crumbs off counters and accessible areas.
Ants Look For Food in the Fall, Too
Many people look at ants as primarily summer insects. They find a single crumb and ants suddenly swarming your home. These insects only have one goal in mind — food. Cool fall weather doesn’t change this fact; ants are more likely to go into your home to find food. They could also try to make colonies in your walls, so contact our professionals at the first sight of ants.
Stink Bugs Settling for the Winter
Unfortunately, stink bugs are another pest that seeks shelter from cool weather. These harmless insects make their way indoors through tiny cracks and crevices around the perimeter of your home. Although they do not harm humans or pests, they release a foul odor when handled, and their mere presence can be disturbing.
Cape Cod Pest Control Experts
If you need pest control or are spotting any of the pests above in excessive amounts, consider contacting us today. A&M Pest Control works with residential and commercial properties on Cape Cod. Our services are eco-friendly and affordable. Don’t hesitate to contact us.
