Do you live in Wesley Chapel and need help with pests? Well, unfortunately, there’s a good chance I can answer that for you. Yes! Not only would you not be here otherwise but, well, that’s just the way she goes in central Florida! We love it here, but so do the bugs. So today we’ll discuss Wesley Chapel pest control, the common pests you can expect to see in the region, and some basic tips for keeping your home bug free.
If you’re already aware of an infestation and want to contact us to set up an appointment, feel free to do so through the website or call us at 1-800-634-1313.
Wesley Chapel pest control: Overview
To start, let’s get into the why when it comes to this state’s bug problem. And I’ll go ahead and tell you the first isn’t going to be something that you want to hear. As long as Florida is comfortable and hot enough for humans, it’ll be the same for bugs. Pest colonies can grow to truly massive sizes down here, especially now that the cold snaps only last for a few days anymore. Termites, cockroaches, ants, and other indoor/outdoor pests simply balloon into massive populations throughout a calendar year without ever having to really stop.
And next, we have the humidity. Termites and other pests love the humidity. Insects, like any animal, need water sources to survive. And this state is nothing but wet. We have ditches and old cars and boats full of standing water for mosquitoes to breed in, and pests like roaches, termites, and others love the damage that constant moisture does to exposed wood, giving them plenty of food to eat.
Then you have the people. Some of Florida’s popularity is from it being a travel destination. In fact, it’s what we’re most known for. But now, with over 21.22 million people living in that state and that number continues to grow at a horrific pace, it’s going to be inevitable that the pest population booms. Humans have created such waste and overpopulated this planet to the point where there are insects like the German Cockroach who can hardly survive outside of human habitations anymore. The sad fact is, the more people in a state, the harder you’re going to have to work to keep human adjacent pests out of your property. So if you live here, expect to need some Wesley Chapel pest control.
Wesley Chapel Pest Control: What to expect
Now, central Florida has its own unique distribution of bugs. But we’ll cover some of the most common pest infestations you’ll find on this side of the state.
Fire Ants
If you have any amount of open space without a lot of shade on your property in this area, you’re going to get fire ants. Unfortunately, these bugs are invasive, originally coming from South America.
As you probably already know if you’re looking for some Wesley Chapel pest control, fire ants get their name from their stings. Unlike many insects, the fire ant isn’t a single stinger or a biter. They use their jaws to hold onto your skin and then repeatedly stab into it with the venomous stinger.
Once again, this is an animal attracted to moisture. Well-watered lawns, garden beds, pots, and plants are all favorite ant pile spots for this species. Mounds act as an above ground nursery for these pests and provide temperature and moisture regulation. Undisturbed mounds are usually found in sunny, open areas as I mentioned above.
Cockroaches
Up next on our list is the cockroach. One of the most prolific infesters in Florida, this bug comes in many shapes and sizes. You’ll most likely see these guys when you go out for a late-night snack and flip on the light. They’ll be scattered all over the place trying to hide, and you’ll be just as freaked out as they are! Well, don’t worry. There are only a little over seventy species in the United States alone! And several common types in Florida that just love going into your houses.
Cockroaches live in their own filth. While not dangerous on their own, a cockroach running through pantries, over cutlery, and across drying dishes on a rack can leave behind some pretty nasty diseases. It’s not unheard of for people to catch Salmonella or E. coli when their house is infested with cockroaches.
And not only that, we’re the home of the legendary “Palmetto bug!” Originally, this name was used for the Florida woods roach. That’s because they live in palm trees and palmetto plants. They’re short, round roaches that produce a stink when under stress. However, enough people from out of state flood in every day that they see any roach and scream “palmetto bug!” Now you’ll see that phrase commonly refer to the American cockroach instead, which is a two to three inch roach species that’s a strong flier! It’s not uncommon on a balmy Florida night to have to close your windows because confused roaches are flying in from outside towards your kitchen night!
Wesley Chapel Pest Control: Conclusion
This list could go on and on. But if you’re coming down to this area of the state, expect to run into one of these two bugs soon. It’s just the way it is. Mind you, cleanliness and diligence will help. But if you live anywhere that nature is even kind of intact, you’re probably going to get bugs. It’s just how Florida is.
And when you do, please don’t try to control them yourself. And what I mean by that is absolutely do clean up, deal with the pests you do see, and take proactive steps. But don’t try to treat an infestation yourself. Chemical pesticides are dangerous. And if you use them incorrectly, you can just be giving the bugs resistance and making it harder for the pros! And when you do go for pest control, stick to someone who uses natural methods that won’t harm you, your family, or your property. So contact us as soon as you need some Wesley Chapel pest control.
