Does the prospect of pests this spring and summer have you down? Don’t worry: we have developed a pest guide to tell you the pests that you need to be on the lookout for in the coming months of increased pest activity that details the most important information you’ll need!
Mosquitoes
When They are Active: April – October
What Attracts Them: Standing water, yard debris
Why They are Dangerous: Carry and spread disease
Peak Season: Summer
Carpenter Ants
When They are Active: March – September
What Attracts Them: Wet and/or rotting wood
Why They are Dangerous: Cause home and yard damage
Peak Season: Spring
Ticks
When They are Active: March – Mid-May, Mid-August
What Attracts Them: Tall/overgrown grass, hosts
Why They are Dangerous: Spread disease to pets and people
Peak Season: Spring, late summer
Stinging Insects (Bees, Wasps, and Hornets)
When They are Active: April-October
What Attracts Them: Sweet foods/fragrances, moisture, other pests
Why They are Dangerous: Painful stings, allergic reactions, home damage
Peak Season: Late Summer
Termites
When They are Active: March-May
What Attracts Them: Moisture, cracks in building exterior, wood in contact with foundation
Why They are Dangerous: Serious structural damage
Peak Season: Spring
Bats
When They are Active: March-October
What Attracts Them: Food, water, and shelter
Why They are Dangerous: Carrying and spreading disease, home damage
Peak Season: Late Summer/Early Fall
Bed Bugs
When They are Active: Year-Round
What Attracts Them: Blood, warmth, clutter
Why They are Dangerous: Allergic reaction, mental health
Peak Season: Summer
Flies
When They are Active: May-October
What Attracts Them: Exposed food and beverages
Why They are Dangerous: Spread bacteria, generally annoying
Peak Season: Summer
Spiders
When They are Active: March-October
What Attracts Them: Insects, warmth, shelter
Why They are Dangerous: Bites, allergic reaction
Peak Season: Late Summer/Early Fall
Got pests in Northwestern Washington? Call (360) 935-4200 or reach out to us online to get professional help from GoodMonsters ASAP!