Why Do Pests Thrive Year-Round in South Pasadena?

Pests to Look Out For in South Pasadena, CA

The year-round warmth found in South Pasadena creates a constant presence of local pests, and increasing need for year-round pest control services. 

Mosquitoes are the most common pest to plague backyards, local parks, and outdoor areas. These buzzing pests can be found hiding in tall grasses, shaded areas, and laying eggs in one teaspoon worth of water. If your home tends to have leaky drainage, uneven pavement, or clogged gutters, then it’s likely that your yard encourages mosquito activity.

Roof rats are another common pest which can be difficult to control. These rodents are known to use tree branches, utility lines, and nearby rooftops to access areas within South Pasadena homes to create their nests. Argentine ants create tunnels underneath concrete and foundations, and trail into homes as they seek shelter and moisture to combat rainy winters and hot summer days. 

Black and brown widows can be found in different areas of South Pasadena homes. Black widows prefer dark, undisturbed areas such as attics, basements, or outdoor water meters. Their venom contains a neurotoxin which requires medical attention and can lead to muscle spasms, sweating, and nausea. Brown widows prefer outdoor areas and tend to build their webs underneath patio furniture, eaves, and around garbage cans.

No-see-ums are blood-sucking pests which are similar in size to gnats and fruit flies, and breed in damp areas within backyards and near water features. These pests can enter the home through a mesh screen, and can be found in areas where humidity is produced through local ponds of standing water.

Professional Barrier Treatments in South Pasadena

Mosquito Squad Plus in South Pasadena is proud to offer comprehensive pest control treatments for local residents. After a property assessment, our team will help design a tailored pest control plan which is best suited for your home and needs.

Barrier Treatment Plus is our traditional outdoor pest control service which reduces and controls mosquitoes, fleas, and other insects for up to 21 days at a time. This recurring pest control treatment binds to the surface in order to create a barrier which repels pests and breaks the cycle of breeding. 

For mosquitoes, Barrier Treatment Plus is known to reduce their presence by 85-90% in as little as 48 hours. This is accomplished through targeting areas deep within foliage and even underneath decks where mosquitoes tend to rest throughout the day. Once your 3-week cycle is over, our technicians will return to your property to reapply treatments for the duration of your pest control plan.

If you’re looking for an environmentally friendly option, we also offer a natural treatment of botanical oils which lasts for up to 14 days at a time.

Home and Yard Defense in South Pasadena 

For a more robust home and yard defense, we offer two additional pest control options.

Yard Defender helps to bolster Barrier Treatment Plus by adding an additional layer of pest control methods. By using liquid and granular treatments, we can target areas around the home where ants, fleas, and spiders can be found. Ant-mound drenching techniques will be employed to limit ant activity, and we can conduct wasp nest removal services as well.

Home Shield creates a perimeter around the exterior of your home which repels pests and reduces their ability to enter. One way this is accomplished is by using barrier sprays around the outside of your home, which limits the need for indoor foggers and sprays. We will also use exclusion methods, such as sealing points of entry, targeting foundational cracks, and identifying areas where pests enter the home. In addition to these methods, we will also use specialty baits and traps, and monitor pest activity on a recurring basis to assess current effectiveness.

For Reliable Pest Control in South Pasadena, CA Near You

Wondering why pests never seem to go away in South Pasadena? Call Mosquito Squad Plus of Pasadena at (213) 238-5564 or contact us online for a free quote.