Watch and Address Insect Infestation as Spring Approaches

Mar 26
09:07

2012

Bob B. Hamilton

Bob B. Hamilton

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As winter weather continues, homeowners have to start worrying about insects trying to take up residence in their homes. However, they will likely experience even bigger problems as spring approaches. There will be more and more insects appearing, so you will need to watch and address insect infestations as they appear.

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As winter weather continues,Watch and Address Insect Infestation as Spring Approaches Articles homeowners have to start worrying about insects trying to take up residence in their homes.  However, they will likely experience even bigger problems as spring approaches.  There will be more and more insects appearing, so you will need to watch and address insect infestations as they appear.

There are all types of insects you will need to be wary of.  Termites and carpenter ants will always be one of your main concerns due to the significant damage they can cause.  Other insects that can give you problems include earwigs, fleas, mosquitoes, and cockroaches.

Stinging insects can easily become a problem too.  You definitely would not want them to create a nest anywhere near your home.  They frequently look to do so in bushes or eaves near your home.

Mosquitoes can become a big problem too as spring approaches.  They will mainly give nearby people problems with itching and scratching from their bites.  However, mosquitoes can also transmit diseases that can make us sick.

If you have water sources near your home, then mosquitoes will show up in full force.  Therefore, it is important for you to eliminate all standing water sources near your home.  Check for leaky plumbing pipes or damaged gutter systems.

Many people like to plant flowers to enhance the landscape around their home.  The main disadvantage of doing so is flowers will attract all types of insects that can give you problems.  One way to avoid this problem is to plant flowers that insects are not particularly attracted to.  Two of the most common choices include lavender and chrysanthemums.

Make sure you do not provide a source of food for insects.  Ants and cockroaches will be attracted to food crumbs you leave lying around.  You need to do your best to keep your kitchen and other food storage areas as clean as possible.  Clean up as soon as you finish cooking and eating meals.  Ideally, you will keep foods like cereals and grains in metal or glass containers too.

Debris in your yard may also increase the risk of an insect infestation.  The more debris you have in your yard, the more potential hiding spots they will have.  Mowing your lawn every week or two will go a long way to keeping the insect population in your lawn under control.  Longer blades of grass make it easier for them to hide from potential predators.