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Managing Pests During MO Rainy Season – Tips for a Pest-Free Home
Valerie Brosseau • March 3, 2025
5 Pest Control Tips for the Rainy Season
Spring Pest Prevention: Keep Bugs Out as the Seasons Change
As spring rolls in, so do heavy rains and shifting temperatures—creating the perfect conditions for pests to seek shelter inside your home or business. With insects and rodents looking for warmth, food, and dry spaces, now is the time to take proactive steps to keep them out. Follow these expert tips to protect your home from unwanted guests this season!
1. Keep Wood Dry
Termites thrive in damp conditions, feeding on wet wood and compromising your home’s structure. If your area experiences frequent showers, clear away standing water around your home and remove any damp wood or tree stumps from your yard. Keeping wood dry is key to preventing infestations.
2. Trim Nearby Greenery
Overgrown trees and bushes touching your home can serve as pest highways. Insects and rodents use these branches to crawl inside through cracks and crevices. To minimize this risk, trim greenery so that all foliage remains at least two to three feet away from your home’s exterior, including the roof.
3. Seal Entry Points
Small gaps and cracks in doors, windows, and siding provide easy access for pests. Conduct a thorough inspection of your home’s exterior, looking for any openings. Use caulk or weatherstripping to seal gaps and prevent critters from sneaking inside.
4. Eliminate Standing Water
After a heavy rain, pools of water become breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Mosquitoes lay eggs in stagnant water, quickly leading to an infestation. Drain all sources of standing water, such as clogged gutters, empty gardening pots, birdbaths, and low spots in the yard.
5. Secure Trash Properly
Trash can attract pests, especially if rain washes away their natural food sources. Store garbage in tightly sealed bins away from your home, rinse food containers before disposal, and double-bag scraps to minimize odors that attract pests.
Call the Experts for Reliable Pest Control
If pests have already made their way into your home or business, don’t wait for the problem to worsen. Buckingham Pest Control offers expert pest management solutions to keep your space safe and pest-free. Contact our team in St. Charles and Fenton, MO, today at 636-274-7400 for a free consultation! 🌿🐜 #SpringPestControl #BuckinghamPestControl #KeepBugsOut
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❄️ Cold Weather Pests: How to Keep Them Out! 🏠🐭
As temperatures drop, pests like rodents, spiders, and cockroaches look for warmth inside your home or business. Don’t let these unwanted guests settle in this winter! From sealing entry points to eliminating food sources, our latest blog covers the best ways to keep pests out during the cold months. Stay pest-free all season long—read now! 👇
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