How Moisture Around Homes Attracts Summer Pests

What Attracts Pests to Homes in Canton, MA?

Moisture is the main common factor when it comes to pest activity near Canton homes. 

Cockroaches are drawn to damp, moist areas and find their way into kitchens, bathroom drains, and basements hideouts. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in clogged gutters, AC condensate lines, and other areas in yards where water tends to pool and settle. Ticks thrive in moist, shaded areas and quest for a host within brush, tall grasses, and leftover leaf litter. 

Between Lyme disease, West Nile virus, and plain irritation, it’s no wonder Canton residents seek out ways to reduce and control the pest population. If you’re noticing pest activity at your home, our team at Mosquito Squad Plus can help.

Ways to Reduce Pest Activity in Your Home and Yard in Canton

It can feel overwhelming to manage multiple pests alone, but there are a few steps you can take to address more than one pest problem at once.

For mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas, focus on areas of dense vegetation and damp soil where these pests tend to nest and breed. Trim lawns low and trim overgrown bushes to reduce areas where mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas can rest throughout the day. Remove decaying vegetation and leftover leaf litter as ticks and mosquitoes tend to use these areas to hide and hunt for a host. Limit overwatering garden beds and lawns, dump standing water from flower pots, and clear clogged gutters, as standing water creates the perfect environment for mosquitoes to lay their eggs.

Trade traditional lightbulbs for bug bulbs in order to limit the presence of flying insects on your porch or deck during the night. Spiders are drawn to areas where their prey can easily be captured in a web or actively hunted, which attracts them to areas where flying insects gather during the night. Ensure that garbage lids are properly sealed and leftover food is disposed of to limit the attraction of ants or flies. Replace worn door sweeps, seal cracks, and replace torn mesh screens where pests can easily enter your home. 

Barrier Treatments and Home Defense for Canton, MA Residents

For those seeking our traditional outdoor insect control services, we offer Barrier Treatment Plus. Barrier Treatment Plus is designed to reduce and control mosquitoes, fleas, and other pests for up to 21 days at a time. This potent insecticide will be used to target areas deep within foliage or near decks where outdoor pests tend to nest and breed. For example, our blend of ingredients allows us to reduce the mosquito population up to 85-90% and disrupt the cycle of breeding.

For home defense, we offer our Home Shield package. This pest control package is designed to create a perimeter that defends the outside of your home to repel and reduce pest entry. We utilize EPA-registered products such as baits and traps to reduce the presence of pests already inside your home, while spraying barrier treatments around the exterior to repel future visitors. We also focus on using exclusion methods, such as sealing points of entry, in order to create a comprehensive defense for your home.

Each pest control treatment begins with a thorough property assessment to learn more about your layout and areas of high risk. This allows us to tailor and recommend the most effective pest control solution for your home and needs. Whether you need a one-time spray for an event or recurring pest control treatments, each of our plans is backed by our 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.

For Reliable Pest Control in Canton, MA Near You

Noticing more pests around your Canton home this summer? Call Mosquito Squad Plus of Boston Metro South at (781) 471-5793 or contact us online for a free quote.