🐛 Most Active Pests This Season
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Termite Swarms
March–May (peak after warm rain). Schedule professional inspection if swarmers appear indoors.
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Ant Emergence
Workers emerge as soil warms. Apply perimeter gel bait before colonies reach peak summer size.
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Mosquito Breeding
Begin source elimination as temperatures exceed 50°F. Apply Bti to standing water.
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Tick Season
Deer ticks active from first thaw. Daily tick checks from March onward.
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Flea Season Start
Flea populations begin building in March. April treatment prevents summer explosion.
🔧 Action Checklist
- March: Apply perimeter bifenthrin before ants emerge. Inspect for termite mud tubes after spring rains.
- April: Begin tick prevention protocols for pets and outdoor activities. Start Bti treatment of standing water.
- May: Peak termite swarm season — schedule inspection if swarmers found. First flea/tick preventive treatment for pets.