Spring Has Sprung- Now Pests Are Taking Advantage of Warm Weather!
Tiptoe Through the Tulips
In the DFW Metroplex, the spring season officially starts on March 20th, but we start to see the signs long before the official date. Daffodils, crocuses, tulips, and Bradford pears are already blooming! You might even see trees with fresh leaf buds.
Unfortunately, the coming of spring means that the Texas summer heat isn’t far behind. So much so that pests are already taking advantage of the warming temperatures! In fact, mosquito season has already started!
Luckily, Eco-Safe is here with some tips and tricks to make the changing seasons a little easier on your nerves.
Invasion Of The Ants: DFW Ant Control Tips
Now that the weather is warming, the occasional ant or two you might have seen during the winter has brought friends. You might even be dealing with a full-blown infestation now.
Despite being few in number, those lone ants during winter were actually setting the stage for a hostile takeover of your home! By leaving pheromone trails behind, the rest of the colony had directions straight to your sugar jar.
Ant colonies can be tricky to locate, and even trickier to eliminate. That is why homeowners searching for DFW ant control or Dallas pest control services often turn to Eco-Safe Pest Control. With years of experience under our belts, a trained professional can identify the type of ant, locate the colony, and determine the best treatment method to eliminate these unwelcome guests. We even have multiple expert entomologists on staff!
If you’re wondering what can be done while waiting for a visit from the professionals, Eco-Safe has your back once again! Ant pheromone trails can be eliminated by washing the affected area with a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water, confusing any ants trying to steal from your sugar jar.
Ants can be further discouraged by removing potential food sources. This means sweeping the floor and wiping down the counters regularly in food-prep areas, picking up any spilled pet food, and keeping food containers sealed.
Ants can be difficult to eliminate- even when you follow all the tips and tricks available. That’s when you call the professionals. Eco-Safe Pest Control proudly provides DFW ant control services to homeowners throughout the entire metroplex.
Don’t Summon The Wasp Hive: Wasp Control Tips For DFW
Wasps are one of the most dangerous pests when it comes to ruining springtime fun. Many cookouts and celebrations have turned into a disaster because of these persistent pests. Luckily, this challenge can be averted by taking a few proactive steps.
The first and easiest way to discourage wasps is to eliminate their nesting locations. This is best done by sealing up any cracks or gaps big enough for wasps to get through. This should be done before queen wasps get a chance to lay eggs and set up shop in your yard.
A fun fact about wasps is that they are opportunistic omnivores- this means that they will eat almost anything. Their diet includes nectar, fruits, pet food, nearby bugs, trash, and even the meat drippings from your grill.
By eliminating food sources, you can discourage nesting even further. This means sealing your trash cans, cleaning your grill regularly, and cleaning up any spilled food or drinks before the wasps can get to them. Having a local DFW pest control service like Eco-Safe Pest Control regularly treat your home can help, too. Consistent pest control services can lower the population of insects near your home, and further discourage wasps.
The final line of defense against wasps is always going to be removal, which should always be performed by a professional. Wasp sting allergies are just as common and just as life-threatening as bee sting allergies. In fact, due to wasps’ tendency to sting multiple times, wasp allergies can be even more severe.
Eco-Safe Pest Control’s professionals are equipped to safely handle DFW wasp control and nest removal using natural organic pest control methods. And, when you sign up for general pest control services, a complimentary wasp-nest takedown is included in the service! Our general pest control services are available throughout Arlington, Grand Prairie, Mansfield, Euless, Bedford, Hurst, and North Richland Hills.
Get Ready For The Easter Bunny
Easter might not happen until April this year, but you should already be keeping an eye out for the Easter Bunny. Starting in March, the world is blessed with some of the cutest baby bunnies to have ever existed, and they might even be living in your backyard!
Wild bunnies often nest in plain sight, digging shallow burrows in the ground which are hidden under grass or shrubbery. During this time of year, it’s important to check your yard thoroughly before mowing the grass to ensure the safety of any baby bunnies that could be sleeping nearby.
If you do happen to find a nest of baby bunnies and the mother isn’t there, don’t worry, and don’t touch them! Mother bunnies rarely stay at the nest to avoid attracting predators, but will stay nearby and visit them regularly to nurse.
If the baby bunnies do truly need to be moved, whether due to injury or an unsafe location, there is a correct way to do so. Always call the professionals. Eco-Safe Pest Control offers professional DFW wildlife control services, with specialized technicians trained to humanely relocate wild animals throughout Dallas and Fort Worth. No matter if you are dealing with an adorable baby bunny, a troublesome raccoon, or a smelly skunk, Eco-Safe can help!
If you need humane wildlife removal in Dallas-Fort Worth, don’t hesitate to contact Eco-Safe Pest Control at 214-358-5201. We will work to get a technician out there ASAP to provide a free inspection and quote. Our wildlife technicians regularly assist homeowners throughout the entire DFW metroplex.
The Springtime Buzz: DFW Mosquito Control Solutions
Living in Texas comes with many pros and cons. We might not deal with snowfall all the way into May like some northern states, but the trade-off is that mosquito season can start as early as the end of February. That means for up to ten months out of the year, people have to be vigilant about standing water. And when mosquitoes can reproduce in as little water as a puddle, preventing mosquitoes from multiplying is a full-time job.
In fact, mosquito prevention is a full-time job for our DFW mosquito control specialists at Eco-Safe Pest Control. We tirelessly treat homes across Dallas and Fort Worth to eliminate these pesky bloodsuckers with our original natural organic treatments- proven to reduce mosquito populations by up to 98%.
With three different methods of mosquito control available, there is something to suit everyone’s needs:
- High-pressure mosquito sprays and backpack sprays can be tailored to fit your yard, and are done at the frequency that fits your level of mosquito activity.
- Our In2Care buckets combat the Aedes mosquito by using the insect itself to control breeding and reduce populations.
- Mosquito misting systems provide the ultimate protection with on-demand sprays that can be scheduled to fit your schedule.
Whether you need pest control in Dallas, mosquito treatment in Fort Worth, ant control in DFW, or humane wildlife removal anywhere in the Metroplex, start with a free inspection by calling 214-358-5201. We have you covered, no matter the pest problem! Our sister company, Miss Phoebe’s, is also here to help with any termite problems you might experience.