Why Arizona Pest Activity Doesn't Fit a Short 'Pest Season'

Arizona’s pest activity is much different than what you’d experience somewhere on the East Coast. Unlike areas that see intense snowfall and icy conditions come winter that curtail pest populations for part of the year, Arizona is consistently warm. Therefore, our pest activity doesn’t fit neatly into a short, high-pressure season.

While our hot summers and mild winters support activity in longer windows, the monsoon weather shifts pests between outdoor and indoor shelter. Sometimes, the issues are more intense outdoors, and other times, pests seem to be more intent on being inside your home.

Weather, along with irrigation and home conditions, can even create microclimates that support different pests that peak at different times of the year. This makes year-round vigilance even more important if you’re hoping to avoid year-round pest issues. 

Heat, Monsoon Moisture, and Indoor Shelter Shift Which Pests You See

We’re no stranger to monsoons here in Green Valley, AZ, but it still doesn’t get any easier to handle the pests that emerge from these dramatic weather shifts. Often, standing water and excess water in irrigation systems left behind by rainstorms allow mosquito populations to explode. This influx of mosquitoes and other water-breeding pests can then lead to an influx of spiders and scorpions that feed on them. 

Plus, excess water and intense weather conditions can drive other pests like ants, roaches, and rodents into homes in search of food, shelter, and water. Extreme heat has the same effect, which is why you may see more pests inside during especially hot days and weeks. 

A Year-Round Prevention Routine for Green Valley Homes

Since pests are such a constant pressure in Green Valley, using prevention methods year-round is crucial to helping keep your home and yard protected from unwelcome pests. Here are a few basic tips we recommend that can make a real difference:

• Inspect your seals and screens for holes or rips that could allow pests inside
• Manage irrigation and leaks
• Remove standing water where possible from your gutters and yard
• Control food and trash by keeping them secure and cleaning up promptly after cooking
• Reduce clutter and harborage for mice and other pests
• Keep landscaping from creating direct access to the structure
• Adjust the checklist after monsoon storms and seasonal temperature swings
• Identify the pest before choosing control

When Recurring Pest Pressure Needs Professional Management

With recurring pest pressure, the best solution is to work with a professional pest control company regularly to manage the problem. At Mosquito Squad Plus, we offer services like Complete Home & Yard that helps provide protection against 40+ pests, including ants, spiders, roaches, and ticks. 

It helps reduce mosquito populations by up to 85-90% and includes year-round pest control treatments, with frequent, proactive adjustments to your plan. Plus, you can count on us to back all of our work with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.

When you need help reducing pest activity around your Green Valley property, call Mosquito Squad of Tucson at (520) 224-1606 or request a free quote online.