Weather drives pest behavior. Heat, rain, and cold change where pests feed and hide. Match your plan to the season and you will prevent problems before they peak. Use this calendar and checklist to protect homes and busy commercial sites.
Seasonal calendar
Spring: wake-up and swarms
Soil warms. Ants trail to moisture. Termites release swarmers near windows and lights. Refresh exterior barriers and seal small gaps around lines and vents. Set monitors in kitchens, break rooms, and utility rooms so you can spot trends early.
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Summer: heat and fast cycles
Heat speeds breeding. Ants and roaches push into kitchens and shared walls. Trash areas and outdoor seating draw flies and wasps. Yard treatments on a twenty to thirty day rhythm cut mosquitoes so you can use outdoor space again. After big storms, ask for a touch-up because heavy rain washes away barriers.
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Monsoon and humidity spikes
Rain and standing water change pressure fast. Saturated mulch and wood provide cover and food sources. Pull mulch back from the foundation, clean gutters, and check drainage so water moves away from the slab. Look for new entry points around doors and low windows.
Fall: rodents seek shelter
Cool nights push mice and rats indoors. They use utility lines and gaps as small as a pencil width. Install door sweeps, repair screens, and use mesh to cap weep holes while letting walls breathe. Place stations on exterior travel routes and keep storage tight.
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Winter: slow bugs, steady work
Many insects slow down in the cold, but indoor groups keep going. Use winter to declutter, deep clean, and seal seldom used rooms. Have your pro focus on structure work, long term exclusions, and device placement. Plan your spring start now so you hit the first warm week ready.
Prep checklist for any season
- Seal: caulk gaps, add sweeps, and screen vents before each season.
- Dry: fix leaks, clear gutters, and grade soil away from the foundation.
- Store: keep food in sealed containers and rotate stock.
- Trim: leave a clear band around the foundation and stack firewood off the ground.
- Monitor: use glue boards and light traps and review counts monthly.
- Schedule: homes do well on quarterly plans; busy sites use monthly visits.
For business owners
Traffic, deliveries, and audits add pressure. The best plans use maps of devices, steady log reviews, and fast service notes. Share your sanitation schedule and maintenance work with your technician so both plans stay aligned. You will cut surprise costs and pass inspections with less stress.
Bottom line
Pest behavior follows the weather. When you plan by season, you block entry, remove shelter, and keep treatments light and precise. That saves time and keeps homes and work spaces safe and comfortable all year.
