As spring approaches, so do certain pests. Virginia offers bugs that bite, sting, eat your house and may even carry diseases that could be a danger to you and your family. Let’s look at some of Central Virginia’s Springtime pests that may cause you some issues this season.
Ants
Ants can be very difficult to eliminate. Some of the most common ants found in Virginia are Argentine ants, carpenter ants, odorous house ants, pavement ants, and red imported fire ants. These ants can become a nuisance in kitchens and bathrooms when they invade your home. Once you find ants in your home, it may be extremely difficult to get rid of them. They are easy to kill, but new ones keep coming back if they are finding food and water. They can come into your home through extremely small spaces. Keeping the kitchen tidy and cleaning pet food and water spaces often might help and keeping trees and bushes trimmed back and away from window sills may help.
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Wasps
Wasps don’t always pose a threat, but they can build nests in inconvenient places resulting in unwanted encounters. They can be dangerous if one has an allergic reaction to their stings, potentially sending someone to the emergency room. Wasps can sting you more than once and often do. They can nest inside your walls or outside your home – typically wherever they can find shade. You can deter wasps by keeping an eye out and destroying the beginnings of nest building and taking away any sweet food sources they might be attracted to.
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Mosquitoes
The number of mosquitoes in Virginia have been rising, likely due to our mild climate. Asian tiger mosquitoes are one of the most common mosquitoes in Virginia who bite from sun-up to sundown. Mosquitoes can survive in temperatures between 50 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit and these mosquitoes can carry deadly diseases which include the: Zika virus, West Nile virus, Dengue, and Malaria. It can be tempting to treat mosquitoes on your own, however store-bought products can be ineffective and expose your family to harsh chemicals. Instead, treat the root of your mosquito problem by contacting control professionals at Holistic Pest Solutions!
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If any of Central Virginia’s Springtime Pests are causing you worry, contact Holistic Pest Solutions TODAY! We will treat the root of your problem with long term solutions designed to not only get rid of them, but keep them from coming back. Whether you’re in Charlottesville, Palmyra, Keswick, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Greene, Madison, Waynesboro, or Staunton, Holistic Pest Solutions has the perfect plan for you that is mindful of your family and our Earth!
*Our Environmental Commitment: Holistic Pest Solutions is committed to the preservation of our environment. Our goal is to nurture the soils and plant life of lawns and landscapes. Utilizing holistic pest control practices that cause the least amount of impact on the environment.
