It makes sense that bugs and rodents try to sneak inside homes during the Winter. It’s cold outside, so they seek shelter indoors where it’s warmer.

Winters are usually mild in Houston, but there are still lots of pests looking to turn your home into their home. Here are a look at the most Common Winter Infestations in Houston along with tips to keep nasty critters out of your house for good.

Ladybugs

Generally speaking, Ladybugs are quite pleasant. They don’t bite, aren’t poisonous, and spend their days protecting your garden from plant-eating aphids.

Having a few of ladybugs in your garden is one thing. Even finding one or two inside your house isn’t a big deal. But one thing you do not want is a full-blow ladybug infestation.

The lifecycle of a ladybug can extend beyond winter if they find a warm, dry place to hibernate. This wouldn’t be so bad except for the fact that ladybugs like to hibernate together, and that’s how homes get infested.

Prevent ladybugs from getting inside by sealing up cracks around windows, doors, and pipes. Some garden shops even sell little ladybug houses, which you can set up outside as an alternative if you feel like helping a few ladybugs stay warm this year.

Rats, Mice, and Squirrels

As the temperature drops, rodents begin looking for new places to live in to keep warm.  These critters can chew through your walls and furniture, causing expensive property damage. They also carry parasites and diseases you do not want around you or your family.

Keep squirrels out of your attic by trimming any tree branches that extend near your roof. As with ladybugs, you’ll want to seal any cracks around the exterior of your home to keep rodents out. In addition to a warm nest, rodents are also looking for food to sustain them during the winter. Keep any stored food in sturdy contains – especially things like pet food.  Also, make sure discarded food is promptly thrown away outside.

Taking these precautionary steps go a long way toward keeping pests outside your home in Houston this winter. If your home already has a rodent problem, call a pest control professional to take care of the problem.

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