As the leaves fall and temperatures drop, pests start adapting to the cooler weather by seeking out warm, sheltered spots for the winter. In fall, rats, mice, spiders, wasps, ants, cockroaches, bed bugs, flies, and fleas continue to be a concern for homeowners and businesses across North America.

Home and business owners should clear fallen leaves, clean eavestroughs, and eliminate standing water sources like bird baths that attract insects. Inside, it’s important to listen for scratching sounds in the walls and look for signs such as chewed food packages, sawdust trails, droppings, nests, and staining along walls. These signs can often be found in hard-to-reach areas where pests seek warmth and security.

Pests often find refuge in wall cavities during autumn, where they benefit from warmth and easy access to food. They may damage a property’s exterior to create entry points, allowing moisture in and warm air to escape. The colder, wetter conditions of fall make any property a potential haven for insects. Our Skedaddle Pest Control technicians will focus on treating the exterior of your property and establishing a barrier to reduce pest entry.

As you spend more time indoors during the fall and winter months, prompt action is crucial to address and eliminate pest infestations. Pests have strong survival instincts and will try to endure until spring. At Skedaddle, we recognize that pest control is a year-round issue, offering either a one-time service or our comprehensive four-season pest program to keep your property protected throughout the year.