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Infestation Problems In Autumn Weather
Author : Amber Jacobs
Submitted : 2011-11-08 Word Count : 870 Popularity: Not Rated
Tags: Pest control London, pest removal, mice infestation, rodent infestation
It's getting later in the year, it's wintry outside the house and we're hiding inside for heat. And we're not the only ones. Insects and pests are generally more readily associated with the warmer weather of spring and summer, but it's when it gets cold that lots of the troubles start. Mice, rats and even some insects will need to stay warm and your nice, cosy, centrally heated flat is just the sort of place to find it.
Rodent infestations increase dramatically in the autumn and winter months, and contrary to popular belief they can occur in both towns and the countryside. Rats and mice are attracted to sources of food as much as heat and the vast quantities of rubbish found in towns such as London mean there's plenty available for them there. To that end, a simple strategy to lessen the likelihood of infestation is to make certain your rubbish isn't left out for days on end or otherwise is placed in a safe container. Otherwise, the rats will discover it, start breeding and you'll very quickly find an infestation on your hands.
Rodents possess a sense of smell many times as strong as a human being's. Like many mammals, smells are essential to their survival, as they use their pee to mark out territory, objects and trails. One can therefore deter rodents by laying down strong smells. Mothballs are a popular and effective choice, however the powerful smell may well end up being unpleasant for we humans .Consequently it's a strategy more suitable to out-of-the way locations that are prone to infestation, such as attics, cellars and outbuildings or perhaps caravans and campers which might be left uninhabited in the winter months.
Wasps are normally a summer problem, but the recent warm weather means that a number of wasps are remaining active significantly longer than is usual. Those nests which remain out in the open will be unlikely to survive the first frost, but those inside - hidden away in attics, sheds or barns - may make it through into October and November. The new queen will usually have left the nest at the end of the summer, but those wasps left behind continue to look for food. Like many of us, they can end up getting a bit tipsy as Christmas draws near, as often the only food available is fruit which has fallen from a tree and has started to ferment. Having said that, many wasps are at their most dangerous at this time of the year; since the hunt for food becomes ever more difficult, the insects will become more and more aggressive. Like rats and mice you can reduce the chances of you attracting wasps by not leaving food out for longer than is necessary. If there are only a few wasps about, a trap could be sufficient to take care of them, but the best strategy is to simply wait for them to fly away.
Winter brings its own challenges when it comes to infestations, but to be informed is to be prepared. One can find any number of small, preventative measures you can take to fend off pest infestations, but be aware that dealing with an established colony directly is a problem that should be left to the professionals. And remember, it might not just be you who's keeping warm in your house this winter.
Author's Resource Box
Qualified, friendly and efficient pest control for rodent infestations can be provided by the London-based firm Terminex, a fully accredited member of the British Pest Control Association. They provide a range of commercial and household services for dealing with unwanted infestations throughout the year.