As the winter months are beginning to approach, many homeowners in Springfield, Missouri, may be under the false impression that house pests will go away with the warmth.

Unfortunately, that mindset is mistaken when it comes to residential winter pest activity. As the cold weather rolls in, several bugs and rodents will be looking for warmth wherever they can find it. If proper precautions are not taken to protect your home, you and your house may be in danger of an infestation.

This article will give you an idea of what pests you should look out for in the winter, what you can do to protect your home, and where you can find a professional for the job if the infestation gets out of hand.

What pests can survive the winter?

There are various winter pests you may come into contact with in your home in Springfield, MO. Some of the most common bugs and pests you’ll see in the winter include:

There are many precautions you can take to defend your home against these pests, even in the coldest months of the year.

How can I prevent winter pests from getting into my home?

Some easy ways to keep pests out of your home include cleaning and disinfecting frequently, eliminating any excess moisture, and sealing potential entry points around the exterior of your home.

Cleaning your home frequently is an effective way to manage pests because it keeps them from seeing your home as cozy and inviting. Bugs that are looking for warmth will be happy to settle into any packed boxes or any untouched clutter taking up space.

Routine disinfection of your home will also help protect your health, considering many pests are also carriers of bacteria and diseases that could linger in your home and make you and your family sick.

Any leaking pipes, clogged drains, or open holes around your house should also be dealt with before the winter months. The moisture tends to attract bugs, while the open holes can act as a pathway for rodents.

Pests will also always try to enter your home through open doors or windows. As you begin to plan for all the warm fires you’ll have this winter, make sure to keep your firewood at least 20 feet from your house. The wood is a common home for pests, so take care when planning for potential winter infestations.

How can Schendel Pest Services stop pets from getting into my house this winter?

Once pests enter your home, they will easily be able to survive for prolonged periods. Bugs and rodents are very resilient and will resort to eating dead insects or old food to survive.

Just as you have pest control professionals come to your house in the summer to inspect for pests, you should have a qualified pest control expert examine your home in the winter to ensure there are no issues with bugs or rodents in your home.

Schendel Pest Services offers year-round pest control plans, involving seasonal inspections geared specifically toward winter pests. This single inspection could mean the difference between getting to rest during those colder months, and spending them trying to ward off a home infestation.

Ongoing commercial pest control plans that target winter pests are also available! Click here to learn more about our commercial pest control service options.

Schendel Pest Services will handle any pests you may encounter throughout the year. Call us or fill out the contact form on this page to get started!