Spring is here and residents throughout Nampa, ID are ready to start getting outdoors, planting gardens, and generally enjoying the warmer weather. However, there are also some downsides to spring, and pests are one of the biggest. At the beginning of spring, pests start to emerge from under the soil, wooden trees and logs, and even plants. As they emerge, they will try to invade your lawn and even make their way inside your home. Below, one of our Nampa pest control experts outlines the pests that are most active in spring in Idaho.
Spiders
Spiders are the epitome of creepy crawlies, which is one reason so many people hate them. Not all species of spiders in Idaho are harmless and they can do real harm to your health and home. Some of the most common spiders in Nampa are as follows:
- Black widow
- Crab spiders
- Hobo spiders
- Wolf spiders
- Yellow sac spiders
- Jumping spiders
- Grass spiders
Ants
Ants thrive in warm weather, preferring a range between 75 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. While ants are active all year, they do slow down in colder temperatures. The most common types of ants in Idaho are as follows:
- Carpenter ants
- Pharaoh ants, which carry bacteria and disease
- Black ants
- Odorous house ants
- Pavement ants
Cockroaches
Cockroaches thrive in spring weather and so, infestations become more common during this time of year. Although cockroaches do not bite, they are considered dangerous because they can be an allergen and trigger asthma attacks. They also carry bacteria, which can cause sickness if it is left on food.
Wasps
The two most common types of wasps in Nampa are yellow jackets and hornets. In the fall, most wasps die, including that year’s queen. New queens are born and find a dry, warm place to hibernate over the winter. In the following spring, the new queens then emerge and find a place to nest. As the nest develops and temperatures start to rise, wasps then become more active.
Mosquitoes
Idaho does not have as many mosquitoes as other states, but that does not mean these pests are non-existent here. Mosquitoes need just a couple of teaspoons of water to breed, the heavy spring rains in Idaho provide the perfect breeding ground. Mosquitoes may seem like a mere annoyance, but they are potentially dangerous, as they carry many diseases and transmit them to humans.
Termites
Idaho is home to both dampwood and subterranean termites, although the latter is much more likely to damage a person’s home. During the winter, termites dig deep into the ground to stay warm. At the first signs of spring, they will emerge very hungry and eat at extremely fast rates.
Our Pest Control Professionals in Nampa, ID Can Help with an Infestation
At Pestcom Pest Management, our Nampa, ID pest control professionals can help with the above infestations and make sure it does not come back. Call us now at (986) 214-0953 or contact us online to schedule a free pest control inspection and to get more information.