As the seasons change and the warmth of summer gives way to the cooler fall weather, we swap our tank tops for sweaters and shorts for long pants. We tend to spend more time in the warmth provided by our homes. Humans aren’t the only ones seeking shelter from the cold though. There are plenty of fall pests that will be tempted by the warmth of your home as well.

Insects like ants and beetles are among those pests looking for a warm place to hunker down when things cool down outside. Rain often accompanies cooler fall temperatures, sending ants scurrying for higher, dryer accommodations (e.g. your home). Human homes aren’t just warm and dry–they are an ample source of food as well. Watch out for any signs of ants or beetles in your home. It won’t take long for them to become a real problem that you need professional help to get rid of.

Mice and rats can be a nuisance in any season. Cooler weather drives them towards the warmer temperatures in your home where they’ll build nests that could threaten the structure of your home. As if the damage to your house weren’t enough, mice and rats can transmit diseases and bring in other pests like fleas and ticks. They also multiply rapidly, so don’t delay if you notice any signs of mice or rats in your home.

While Halloween has passed and decorative spiders have been placed back into storage, live spiders are less easily put away. Like other pests, spiders prefer to stay warm and be close to food. That makes your home more appealing than ever. Most spiders are harmless, but that doesn’t mean you want them in your home. Relocating them and destroying webs as you find them can help. If that’s not enough, contact Proterra Pest Control for help with your spider problem.

It’s easy to think that cooler weather means fewer pests. In the case of some pests, that may be true. There are still plenty of pests to watch out for though. Continue to keep an eye out for flees and ticks that may hitch a ride into your home on your pets as well. Remember, if you ever need help dealing with these or any other pests this fall, Proterra Pest Control is here for you!

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