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Common Summer Pests Found In Massachusetts

August 15, 2022 by Spartan Animal & Pest Control

Seasonal bugs start to invade the moment that we open our houses for the warm spring and summer months. Anyone who has ever lived in Maine is well aware of how fleeting our warmer climate months are. Therefore, we must savor those months while they last. Read and find out about the common summer pests found in Massachusetts

But if your home is overrun by common summer pests like mosquitoes, yellow jackets, ticks, and fleas, it might be difficult to enjoy outdoor activities like cookouts. Here is a list of the most common summer pests as well as instructions on how to stay away from them.

Seasonal Pest Threats

Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are known for carrying and transmitting a number of diseases and leave behind itchy, red welts. Your property might become a mosquito breeding ground if there is standing water nearby.

Yellow Jackets

Yellow jacket bug on the wooden floor

Yellow jackets may sting repeatedly and can cause great discomfort. Some people may get severe allergic reactions from the toxins of stinging insects and require hospitalization. Keep outside garbage cans clean and closed to reduce yellow jacket foraging and keep them at bay.

Pet food and animal feed should be kept in firmly sealed containers. These objects should ideally stay inside your house, garage or tightly-sealed shed. In areas where you’ve had to remove yellow jacket nests, use a spray bottle filled with soapy water every now and again to prevent them from returning. Soapy water is an excellent method for prevention of nest regrowth. Before doing any outdoor work, carefully check your yard to ensure there are no nests around. Additionally, avoid using highly floral-scented skin or hair products if you plan to go camping or spend a lot of time outside.

Ticks

Lyme disease can cause severe neurological disorders and flu-like symptoms in many people and even their pets. It is known to be carried by local ticks and it can be easy to let ticks go unnoticed, especially if you don’t check for them. Due to their tiny size, they frequently hide in grassy or forested places. If they attach themselves to you (or your pets) they may conceal themselves in hair.

Many of us are aware of the tick safety requirements now that New England is well into the summer. In Massachusetts, black-legged ticks, commonly known as deer ticks, are among the most well-known insects. They can endanger both people and pets because they are Lyme Disease carriers.

Wear long pants, a long sleeve shirt and closed-toe shoes if you want to spend time in woodland or tall grassy regions. You can improve your ability to see ticks by wearing light-colored clothing. Maintain a trim, low-cut lawn and clear your yard of bushes, brush piles and gathered waste, which will draw rodents that spread ticks as well as other pests. When trekking, try to remain as far from any foliage where ticks might be hiding and ready to get a ride.

Ants

A colony of ants rushing towards the house

The home ant is the most frequent summer pest. If you notice ants on your property, inspect the kitchen, restroom and basement for their entry source; however, to avoid springtime ant infestations, be mindful of their typical entryways into and around your home.

The best way to keep your house free of ants this summer is to stop ants before they enter! Trim back any overgrown vegetation or branches which might be touching the home so that air can flow and keep the place dry. Repair or replace broken window screens and seal any small gaps or crevices near the foundation of your property where ants might enter.

Fleas

Fleas are a typical summer insect that can cause itchy bites on you, your cats and your dogs. If these little hopping insects do manage to enter your home, they could lead to an unhappy life.

And keep in mind that you can still have flea problems even if you don’t own pets.

Keeping fleas out of the home is simpler than getting rid of them. In a home where pets are present, fleas can reside in carpeting, bedding, and other surfaces. To avoid an invasion:

  • Vacuum frequently and thoroughly.
  • Clean the cushions on your chairs and sofas, as well as your carpets and rugs.
  • When finished, remember to dump out the vacuum canister or throw away the bag outside.
  • Never forget to regularly wash bedding with soap and water, especially pet bedding.

Spiders

A spider on the surface of shiny tiles

There are two main types (among others, of course) of spiders in Massachusetts, they are Web Builders and Hunter Spiders. As their name implies, web builders construct complex webs, frequently in places with little ventilation, to catch food. These spiders frequently include the typical home spider or cellar spider.

Hunters usually saunter around in search of their prey. Hunter spiders are frequently larger, more robust, and more “scary looking” than their web-building siblings. The wolf spider is among the hunting spiders that are most frequently encountered in our neighborhoods. Clear the area around the house of any rubbish, wood or rock piles, leaf litter, and thick vegetation. Spiders prefer uninhabited locations, especially those with dampness and a chance of accumulating food insects. Be on the lookout for dead bug traces that point to spider activity in dark, damp areas.

Needing Some Assistance?

Call the home pest control specialists at Spartan Animal and Pest Control if preventative measures alone are failing and you find yourself in a summer pest issue in portions of Massachusetts. Our residential pest control services are created to get rid of pests successfully while preventing the emergence of new ones, allowing you to resume enjoying your summer without worrying about bugs.

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14:21 16 Nov 22
Very professional I called for an appointment he was here the next day with everything needed. He understood how petrified I was over the rodent issue we were hearing in our walls. He was able to find and close up any possible outside entrances and placed outside poison and baits inside with more poison. He came 3 more times for check up and addressed my concerns and knock on wood he was right nothing has returned since. His work and prices are so worth it.
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Anne Rymszewicz
20:19 14 Sep 22
I Called Corey Tuesday evening and he was here at 9:30 the next morning for a wasp problem in and out of our home. This is our second time using him as the first time was for a mice issue and after his visit, we have been mice free for well over a year now. His knowledge of these critters is amazing, knowing their detailed habits. Wishing I could give a rating over 5 Stars. Look no further for any time if removal of extermination - you will find no better person for the job.
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22:34 24 Aug 22
Corey was excellent! He is responsive, professional, and honest. His prices are much better than other local pest services. I would highly recommend!
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02:58 21 Aug 22
Corey was punctual and polite.He explained the procedure then eradicated the problem. I highly recommend this company.
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10:37 12 Aug 22
Punctual and a reasonable price, I would recommend Spartan to family and friends!
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Michael Duclos
21:09 03 Aug 22
I had a wasp nest somewhere below my deck, bothering the family in the swimming pool. No way I was attempting to find the nest myself without a bee suit and flamethrower, so I called Corey at Spartan. He went under there armed with only a flashlight, found the nest and took care of it! Not only was he prompt, fast, efficient and effective, but the guy had guts of steel. Hoping to never encounter any more killer bees, rabid raccoons, attacking ants, or any other predators, but if I do, I’m glad I know I got Corey on my side!
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Randy Lauderdale
16:31 13 Jul 22
Called Corey on Sunday about a yellow jacket nest removal. He go right back to us on Sunday! Set up appointment. Corey confirmed and showed up right on time and quickly took care of the nest. Great service! Highly recommended
Eugene Karabanov
Eugene Karabanov
13:26 11 Jun 22
Absolutely fantastic service, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and stands by his work. Corey is a gem. Highly recommended.
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BILLY ARNOLD
19:49 10 Jun 22
As usual, Corey was on time and very conscience. He checked for the problem and got right to work on the solution immediately. I'll always call Spartan for any pest control needs.
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18:57 07 Apr 22
We had a squirrel running around the attic and walls of our new home. After calling a few pest control places in the area, we decided on Spartan Pest Control as they had the most reasonable price, and fast friendly customer service. The owner is extremely personable, polite, and thorough. He uses humane traps, and guarantees his work for 3 years. I would definitely use them again!
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Lisa Geraghty
19:01 03 Feb 22
Corey is so friendly and professional. His rates are fair. We had bats and mice to contend with and he was very thorough. I would highly recommend Spartan Pest Control. It was an absolute pleasure dealing with Corey.
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Jennifer Zall
01:20 31 Jul 21
Corey is very responsive, professional and friendly. We needed help getting rid of carpenter ants, spiders and a sizable wasps nest. He came right out and took care of all that for us. I highly recommend him for all animal and pest needs! We are very happy with his services.
Joanne Bento
Joanne Bento
16:26 13 Jul 21
Corey did an outstanding job at trapping a rat in my garden. Was trapped within 4 hours of him setting the trap. Very knowledgeable about wildlife. Highly recommend him.
David Barrett
David Barrett
19:52 26 May 21
I cannot recommend Spartan Animal and Pest Control high enough. Cory, the owner, was very professional, articulate and extremely knowledgeable. He did a superb job. Spartan also installs chimney caps and I had my chimneys capped as well. I hope I never have a pest problem again but if I do I will call Spartan without hesitation.
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Lee Marie
21:48 23 Mar 21
Prompt, efficient, personable.We had a pretty bad squirrel problem, and they got rid of them all. What i really liked was that they use humane means.I would definitely use them again.
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21:33 07 Dec 20
Outstanding job. Moved his schedule around to come sooner than later. Very good businessman that was very professional and worked fast. Very knowledgeable and explained what he was doing with the service as he did it. Very reasonable price and overall great experience. Highly recommend.
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