As the weather cools and summer turns to fall, many people turn their minds to Autumn activities and the festive holiday season. Household pests are usually the furthest thing from their minds – until a four, six, or eight-legged critter skitters across the floor. Las Vegas’ climate makes the area a haven for numerous insects, arachnids, and rodents, especially with the sweltering summers, dry winters, and many spring showers. This means that the fall season can easily become the bug season. Here’s the scoop on fall bugs in Las Vegas and what you can do about them if they invade your home.
Common Fall Pests in Las Vegas
Most common household pests make their homes in Las Vegas. The climate is perfect and the population is large and active so there is always an abundant supply of food water, and harborage. People are constantly coming and going so it is also easy for insects to hitch a ride to Sin City and decide to stay.
While the outdoors can provide a suitable living environment for many pests, when the temperature starts to cool some will begin searching for warmer digs. That usually means that they wind up in homes, much to the chagrin of the homeowners. Mice, cockroaches, rats, termites, certain species of spiders, and scorpions will creep in under doors, through cracks, and around windows in search of a warm place to sleep.
How to Identify a Pest Problem
Of course, the most obvious way to identify a pest problem is to actually see the pest. If you see a mouse or a roach, chances are you have a much bigger problem. Actually, seeing these elusive creatures is a huge indicator of an infestation. Other clues that you may have a pest problem include:
- Droppings or feces
- Egg casings (roaches)
- You hear them scurrying in the walls or cabinets
- A musty smell (roaches and rodents)
- Cobwebs (abandoned spider webs) or spider webs
- Chewed or torn food packaging
If you see any of these signs of a pest problem, you need to call a trusted Las Vegas pest control company to inspect and treat your home and property.
Pest Prevention Tips
There are some things you can do to prevent pests from getting into your home, but even if you do all of these you could still have a problem. However, it is a good idea to follow these pest prevention best practices:
- Don’t leave food out overnight
- Take out your garbage regularly and don’t let it pile up
- Avoid clutter
- Seal any cracks and crevices around doors and windows
- Don’t leave water in the sink overnight
- Wipe down counters, sweep floors, and keep your home clean
Don’t let fall pests interrupt your holiday festivities, call the best residential and commercial pest control company in Las Vegas. Dial (702) 649-0019 to get your free quote for effective, safe pest control for your home and property. Your home can be pest free; all it takes is one phone call!