Now that the winter has arrived, you might be wondering what happens to pests. Some insects retreat back into the ground, trees and other outdoor spaces during the winter. However, certain bugs and rodents seek out warmth, protection and food in temperature-controlled spaces such as your home. Let’s take a look at how bugs respond to the arrival of the cold temperatures and how to keep them out of your living or working space.
Where Bugs go in the Winter
Contrary to popular belief, mosquitoes do not die when the winter months arrive. Rather, these annoying bloodsuckers drop their final eggs for the season in items containing water. Mosquito eggs are in a state referred to a diapause, meaning their development is suspended during the winter months. The eggs re-submerge and hatch, beginning the next generation of little buggers looking for your blood.
Some mosquitoes will remain in the area, hibernating up until the temperatures get too cold to survive. However, as soon as the temperatures rise and water is available, diapause will end and some mosquitoes will have the sustenance necessary to survive.
Roaches detest the arrival of the winter as their body matches the temperature of the surrounding area. Roaches will move inside in search of food and warmth. This means if your home has crevices, cracks or other means of entry, roaches will find their way inside. Certain cockroaches will gravitate toward drains, sewers, basements and other areas where there is water. Others, such as the brown-banded roaches, will move toward warm electrical appliances such as those in the kitchen.
Rodents Want to Make Your Home Their own During the Winter
Rodents, including roaches and other little buggers, will find a way into your home this winter unless you proactively implement the right defenses. Sealing crevices and cracks with caulk will certainly help. You can also do your part to prevent a bug infestation in the winter by sealing containers used to store food. Put your dishes in the dishwasher each night. Refrain from leaving pet food out any longer than necessary.
Even if you follow the advice detailed above, roaches and other bacteria-carrying bugs will still likely find a way into your home in due time. Rodents and roaches are resilient, especially when the temperatures dip down low. Take preventative action by reaching out to Texas A-1 Pest Control for treatment before the dead of winter sets in and rodents, bugs and other pests get desperate.
Our Houston-area pest control service is family-owned and operated. We genuinely care about the cleanliness of local Houston-area homes. If you are worried about pests invading your home this winter or if you have already spotted pests in your living space, contact us right away. We have been in business for more than six decades for good reason.
Our team provides affordable pest control services in Houston, Katy, Sugar Land, Missouri City and surrounding defenses. We will rid your home of the infestation and also help prevent subsequent infestations throughout the remainder of the winter and the spring with professional pest control treatments that work better than any sprays you can find in local stores.
Schedule Pest Control at Your Home or Business Today
A safe, peaceful and bug-free living or working space is a call away. If you are worried about pests moving inside your home during the winter or have already spotted a pest or two, reach out to our pest control providers for assistance. You can contact Texas A-1 Pest Control by phone at (713) 464-5219. You can also reach our pest control team online by completing our contact form.
Texas A-1 Pest Control
Website Design Experience Provided By Clicktunity