How to Prep Your Home for Pest Season in Bergen County

Spring in New Jersey is a beautiful time. The sky is finally blue again, the flowers are blooming, and it feels like winter is far behind you. But when pests start to emerge, all bets are off. In Bergen and Passaic counties here in New Jersey, our dense suburban landscaping and mature trees heavily contribute to the mosquito and tick populations.

That’s where Mosquito Squad of Bergen and Passaic County comes in to help. We know your outdoor space is important to you, and we want you to enjoy it without fear of pests. Let’s talk about how to prep your home for pest season in Bergen County and the DIY measures you can take.

Why Do Bergen & Passaic Counties Have So Many Pests?

As we mentioned, Bergen & Passaic Counties have a lot of dense landscaping that certain pests rely on for shelter, so they can rest and find shade during the warm spring and summer days. We also have an abundance of other green spaces that create ideal habitats for various pests, including ticks, mosquitoes, wasps, hornets, spiders, and ants.

While rodents are a year-round concern in our counties, pests like ticks and mosquitoes (even those pesky wasps and hornets) emerge in spring and summer as the weather warms. This is typically when the invasive spotted lanternfly makes its appearance, too. 

Your Spring Pest Control Checklist for Pest Season in Bergen & Passaic County

To truly help prevent pests from invading this year, you need to start early. Though it’s brief, this checklist of pest-prevention tasks can help you prepare your home this year:

• Clear leaf litter to prevent them from becoming tick habitats
• Clean gutters and dump standing water that may attract mosquitoes 
• Seal foundation cracks, gaps around pipes, and worn door sweeps
• Trim vegetation away from the house so pests can’t use it to hide or sneak indoors
• Check for egg masses on smooth surfaces (like trees, outdoor furniture, and stone), as these can be indicative of spotted lanternflies
• Seal entry points, including garage and utility gaps, which mice and rats often use to get inside
• Wasps start building nests in spring, so check your eaves, soffits, and ground-level areas around this time to help avoid problems in the summer

If you’re ready for heavy-duty protection this year, call Mosquito Squad to schedule your first professional treatment before peak season begins in May. 

Why Should You Invest in Pest Control This Year?

At Mosquito Squad, we’re well-versed in pest control for all kinds of pests—over 50, to be more specific. That means we can help support you with pest control for mosquitoes, ticks, mice, rats, spiders, and invasive species, all without disrupting your family’s daily routine. 

Our treatments are quick and focus primarily on the exterior of your home. Our plant-based products are safe and effective (and EPA-registered), and your kids and pets can return to your yard to play or relax within 30 minutes. After your first treatment, we’ll be back to spray again every 3 weeks throughout the season to help keep you protected year-round.

Searching for Pest Control in Bergen County, NJ?

You don’t have to prep your home for pests this season alone! Mosquito Squad is here to help, and we can even perform your first treatment within 48 hours (or it’s free!). After this initial treatment, we’ll come back every 3 weeks to repeat the process and help keep you protected all season long.

Plus, we’ll always offer transparent pricing (AKA, no hidden fees) and back all of our expert work with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.

Need pest control in Bergen County? Call Mosquito Squad of Bergen and Passaic County at (201) 870-4860 or contact us online for a free quote.