How Military Move-Ins Transport Hidden Pests

Military moves can happen quickly, and the rush to unpack boxes, furniture, storage bins, and household goods can bring an unexpected complication: pests that traveled with the shipment. Fort Bragg is on the northwest side of Fayetteville, and frequent transfers have the possibility of transporting a pest you may otherwise not see in the area. Mosquito Squad Plus of The Sandhills can help put together the right Fayetteville, NC pest control plan for your home regardless of whether you have lived here for years or are a freshly moved-in military family.

Can Pests Really Hitch a Ride During a Move?

Just like a missing sock, pests can turn up in the oddest places. Cardboard boxes, folded fabric, and stored outdoor gear are common places that do not get cleaned prior to packing and moving. Spiders, cockroaches, and fleas have an easy time finding small spaces to stow away in. If you are unpacking and come across a pest, Mosquito Squad Plus can help identify it and provide guidance on pest control.

Why Military Move-Ins Can Increase the Risk

Military moves. Don't just risk bringing pests from your previous home; these moves are complex and sometimes over great distances. Belongings may spend time on ships, in warehouses, or even on planes. Each stop is an opportunity for pests to hitch a ride in storage containers, chew through cardboard boxes, etc. Not to mention pests already living in and around your new home in Fayetteville. It may be time to look into routine pest control services for the pests already around your new Fayetteville home. Mosquitoes, ticks, and ants are common pests found in the area.

How to Unpack With Pest Prevention in Mind

A few precautions can make move-in day less inviting to stowaways. When practical, inspect boxes and furniture before carrying them throughout the house. When unpacking, it's important to keep an eye out for signs pests may have been thrown away amongst your belongings. A few things to look for include droppings, shed insect skins, spiderwebs, and even egg cases. It is entirely possible you may come across live insects, so be aware while you're unpacking. Cockroaches love cardboard and moisture, so the plethora of cardboard boxes, as well as the potential for trapped humidity, may lead to them seeking shelter in your belongings.

Don't Forget What Is Already Around the New Home

Not every pest spotted after a move arrived on the truck. Fayetteville has its own pests that are regularly found in and around homes here. A new property may already have insects living near the foundation, in vegetation, or around outdoor gathering areas. In Fayetteville, the local team provides treatment options for mosquitoes, ticks, fire ants, fleas, and flies, along with other pests listed for the area.

Broad Pest Control Can Support a Fresh Start

If you have concerns about more than one type of pest, Mosquito Squad Plus provides a few streamlined treatment options to address multiple pests with our pest packages. We offer several different packages, all of which treat for a wide range of pests in Fayetteville. For example, our Home Shield package is designed to treat inside and outside of the home.

When to Call for Fayetteville, NC Pest Control

Explore the services offered by Mosquito Squad Plus, then contact Mosquito Squad Plus of The Sandhills to discuss Fayetteville, NC pest control and receive a free quote over the phone. Call (910) 387-5983 to get started.