As the summer season arrives, so does the increased activity of pests. The warm weather and abundance of food sources make it an ideal time for insects and other pests to thrive. However, with the right preventive measures, you can ensure that your home remains a pest-free sanctuary throughout the summer months. Apply these tips and strategies to keep your home bug-free and enjoy a pest-free summer.

As the summer approaches, it’s time to start thinking about preparing your home to be pest-free. With the increase in temperature and humidity, many pests become more active and can quickly invade your living spaces.

Mosquitos are small flying insects that are known to be a major pest in many parts of the world, including Western Washington. They are most active during the spring and summer months when temperatures warm up and there is more precipitation. In addition to buzzing around your picnic and being a nuisance, however, mosquitoes can also carry various diseases, and are able to deliver unpleasant bites to unsuspecting victims, making them a significant health concern.

One thing that’ll surely put you off your holiday spirit is unwanted pests! Like us, these pests also love the holidays. With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, you may be overlooking – or forgetting – pest prevention measures that could make or break your mood.

One thing that’ll surely put you off your holiday spirit is unwanted pests! Like us, these pests also love the holidays. With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, you may be overlooking – or forgetting – pest prevention measures that could make or break your mood.

One thing that’ll surely put you off your holiday spirit is unwanted pests! Like us, these pests also love the holidays. With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, you may be overlooking – or forgetting – pest prevention measures that could make or break your mood.

One thing that’ll surely put you off your holiday spirit is unwanted pests! Like us, these pests also love the holidays. With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, you may be overlooking – or forgetting – pest prevention measures that could make or break your mood.

As the temperature drops, rodents and pests just love to keep warm in the nooks and crannies of your home, just as much as you do. But here’s the good news! You can keep these pesky invaders at bay with these few simple tricks.

As bugs prepare for the winter, they retreat indoors to seek shelter during winter. In warmer regions, as the dry season fades to wet, bugs seek out shelter that is warm and dry. While you anticipate spending the rainy or snowy weather in your snug, warm and dry haven indoors, so do bugs.

Cats and dogs bring in fleas from the outdoors, causing flea infestations in your home. They are the most pervasive parasites that could crop up in a Northwest household and grow in moist areas, such as your cat’s litter box.