Spring is a wonderful time of year. Flowers are blooming, and trees are starting to bud. The air is getting warmer, and the sun is brighter than ever before. Unfortunately, it’s also when many pests start to emerge from their winter hideaways. Here are some of the most common pests that show up in the spring:
Ants
Ants are one of the most common springtime pests. They’re attracted to moisture and food sources, so they often show up in kitchens or bathrooms where they can find both of these things in abundance. Ants are also excellent climbers, so they may even be found climbing up window sills or along baseboards inside your home.
To get rid of ants, you can use bait stations, ant gel solution or spray insecticides. Sprays work faster than gels but can leave behind an unpleasant odour. Gels work more slowly but discreetly and often smell better than sprays (although some still leave behind an odour). You should also be aware that some ants can become resistant to certain pesticides over time, so it’s important not to rely on them exclusively for ant control.
Bees & Wasps
Bees and wasps are common in spring as queens emerge from hibernation, ready to build new nests. Nests can be found in any crack or hole in your home or garden shed walls, floors, or ceilings. Bees will sting if they feel threatened, but wasps will only attack if disturbed or humans threaten their nest. To get rid of bees or wasps from your property, contact Goodwin Environmental today! Our trained pest control technicians will be able to identify what kind of bee or wasp you have and then use professional-grade products to eliminate them safely and effectively.
Flies
Spring is when flies begin to emerge from their winter hibernation. Flies are attracted to garbage and food waste, so you should take care of any outdoor garbage disposal or composting. Flies also lay eggs in moist soil, so try not to overwater your lawn or garden beds.
Flies are annoying insects that come in many different varieties and colours. Some are harmless, while others can spread disease or even bite humans. There are many different ways to deal with flies around your home and garden. It would help if you began by trying some natural methods first before turning to chemicals or traps. Before attempting fly control measures, it’s important to understand what kind of fly infestation you’re dealing with because not all methods work on every type of fly.
Carpet Beetles
Carpet beetles feed on various fabrics, including carpets, clothes, upholstery, and even food packaging. The larvae can get into your home through tiny holes in the fabric of your clothes or other cloth items.
You may not even notice them at first because they are so small and hard to spot. But once they start breeding, they can cause a lot of damage. They will lay eggs on your clothes and other fabrics around your home. The larvae will then eat through these fabrics, leaving them unusable or damaged beyond repair.
Carpet beetles are attracted to light-colored fabrics like cotton and wool, so if you have white sheets or blankets, this is where they will nestle in for the winter months. They like hiding in cracks and crevices, so be sure to check any small spaces around windows, door frames or furniture that could be harbouring these pests before it’s too late! If you notice small holes in any of these items, contact us today for carpet beetle pest control services!
The Bottom Line
When you think of the spring and summer months, you think of flowers, picnics and barbecues. However, it is also an ideal time for pests to come out of hiding and cause havoc across residential properties, commercial buildings and businesses all over the UK. Keeping your home free of pest problems can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Goodwin Environmental UK can provide all of these services, no matter how small or large. Call us today to get a free, no obligation quote.
