Overwinter Invaders As the temperatures began to cool down last fall, over wintering invaders (box elder beetles, stink bugs, cluster flies, lady beetles) searched for entry into your structure. Over wintering insects are attracted to southern and western sides of structures where the sun shines. The warmth attracts these insects to the structure where they gain access through cracks and crevices to stay during the winter months. Occasionally on warmer days these insects "wake up" and may say hello. Even though we can not perform an exterior application, you can vacuum the insects (remember to dispose of the vacuum bag or empty the canister when complete) or give us a call. The best preventative measures should be taken late August to early September. A Craig Thomas Professional can seal cracks and crevices on the outside of the house and/or treat the outside of the structure. |
Importance of Service in the Winter
There is much misconception that pest control service is unnecessary during the winter months especially if you don't see or have a rodent problem. However, winter months provide our technicians extra time to perform a thorough inspection of your structure looking for pest activity, harboring areas and ways to further reduce your risk against pests, rodents and wildlife issues. Some insects don't sleep, like pantry pests, termites and even carpenter ants. Our regular service visit include looking for the signs and damage caused by these and other insects. Our Halo Termite Detection System helps aid our inspection and is an effective solution for the outside of your structure. Rodents are most common winter "pest." They gnaw through wires causing fires, urinate and leave droppings in their travels. Leave your worries behind when you are protected by Craig Thomas Pest Control. Keeping your structure protected from insects,rodents and wildlife is definitely a year round task. Head over to our website to see more about our seasonal service breakdowns and other offerings. |
Did you know Craig Thomas Pest Control has a Handyman Service?
Family owned and operated since 1949, Craig Thomas Pest Control has been there to solve all your insect and rodents concerns. All too many times we encounter conditions both inside and outside of the strucutre that are inherently conducive to pests that need to be corrected. We educate our clients on ways to protect their investment and reduce their risk against pests.
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