Central Florida is known for its booming tourism. People come from all over the world to visit our amazing theme parks and unbeatable beaches. Unfortunately, it’s not just people who want to join in on our summer fun. Our hot and rainy summers attract as many(or maybe more) pests than they do human visitors. We’ve included a list of some of Central Florida’s most prolific summer pests that you should be on the lookout for this summer.
Fire Ants
Until you’ve been bitten by one of these bad guys, you’d never imagine how much a tiny ant could hurt. Fire ants build giant mounds and can be often found in large open spaces. Like the rest of us, they love warm weather and prefer the beginning of summer before the heavy rains begin. No matter when or where you find them, don’t wait too long before treating them. Fire ants can quickly ruin outdoor fun when they bite unknowing children or pets who tromp through their mounds with their bites which can even be life-threatening to someone who is allergic.
Subterranean And Drywood Termites
Termites are known to swarm in the springtime, making them primed and ready to do damage during the height of the summer. They thrive in dark, damp, warm conditions, which is why they’re found inside your walls and not crawling across your floors. Untreated termites can significantly damage your property in a very short period of time. If you see any signs of a termite infestation, contact us as soon as possible.
Spiders
Most spiders found in Florida are harmless to humans. However, two types, the black widow and the brown recluse, can be harmful or even deadly. Warm, wet summer weather is a draw for spiders as it is for most pests. That’s why summer is the perfect time to reach out to our office and find out how we can help you with our professional pest control services.
Roaches
Unlike the other pests on this list, roaches don’t bite people or eat buildings, but they do have the potential to pose a threat especially because they can carry disease. Like most pests, cockroaches thrive in dark areas, and when the summer sun gets bright, they may search for shade, food, and water inside your home. If you’ve found that DIY pest control products don’t make a dent in your roach problem, we encourage you to invest in professional pest control with Holder.
Stinging Insects
Last but certainly not least are the kings of ruining summer barbeques – stinging insects. While honey-producing bees serve a great purpose, carpenter bees don’t produce honey and cause structural damage as they whittle away at wood creating tunnels to live in. You also have likely spotted other varieties of stinging insects and their nests on and around your home from hornets to wasps to yellow jackets. While each is unique, any of them can pack a punch with a sting and they all love the weather here in Florida, especially the most intense months.
It’s great to live in a place where the weather is warm nearly all year long, but every location has its downsides. Here in Florida, our summers bring record-high temperatures, rainy afternoons, and the occasional tropical storm along with lots of unwanted pests. If you are frustrated by the number of pests invading your central Florida home any time of the year, we would love to help you regain control. Reach out to request a free estimate today!
