| Why do you need pest services during winter? |
 In this industry there is a strong misconception among the public that pest control during the winter time is unnecessary. In reality this could arguably be the most important time for pest control services. This is because we focus our treatments in conjunction with our inspections on the inside and exterior of our customer's homes, among other factors. When we service your home during winter we are actively looking for pest activity and harborage areas. Pest services in the winter are a vital part to any successful pest management program.
Pest services in winter are important due to the fact that pests that cause damage to homes such as termites and carpenter ants are inside and not affected by the winter time. It is essential for service inspections to make sure these wood destroying pests are not invading your home. The average termite colony causes $7,900 in home damages before it is recognized. Carpenter ants will also readily infest foam insulation and wood inside your home. Just last month an ant colony in Orlando caused $80,000 in damages to a home after igniting an electrical fire. It is pivotal for us to carry out pest services in the winter so we can identify, assess, and readily address any desert invaders.
Other damaging pests such as rodents and spiders can also make their way inside your home. The incisors of rodents grow throughout life and are worn by gnawing. This is why rodents are one of the leading causes for electrical fires in the United States. Spiders that appear during the spring time are surprisingly often a result of previous spider activity. Many people believe that when they see spiders during the spring they are new, but in most cases they have never left. Quite simply, they likely have been inside your home nesting, feeding, and being harbored from the winter weather.
It is also important to keep in mind thorough inspections are carried out in and around the home at this time to prevent future pest problems. We look through attics, crawl spaces, and many areas that homeowners are unaware of that pose serious pest threats. Winter pest services will also help us get your home ready for spring treatments. We can identify entry points, and create a barrier around your home to protect your family. An important aspect of this is the three things that cause pesticides to break down (light, moisture, and heat) are less a factor during the winter than any other time during the year. Therefore our treatments can be even more effective in protecting your property. Any good, year round pest control program will include a comprehensive winter service performed by your technician. It's a crucial element of protecting your home and keeping it pest free year round.
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