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When spring pests show up inside North Texas homes, the problem rarely starts indoors. In most cases, ants, roaches, spiders, and rodents have been living just outside the home for months. By the time activity becomes obvious, pests already know where to enter and where conditions suit them best. Winter yard work is one of the most effective and least disruptive ways to prevent those problems before they begin. In Dallas, Plano, and Frisco, mild winters allow many pests to re

Most pest problems do not start with a sudden invasion. They build quietly, often during winter, when activity is easier to miss and homeowners assume the risk is low. In North Texas, that assumption causes more spring infestations than almost anything else. January is one of the most valuable months for pest prevention because it slows everything down. Fewer bugs are visible, routines are calmer, and homeowners are more likely to notice subtle changes inside their homes. Thi

The holidays leave behind more than decorations and leftovers. They also push homeowners into parts of the house that rarely get attention the rest of the year — garages, attics, storage closets, and crawl-adjacent spaces. For homeowners across North Texas, that timing matters more than most people realize. Winter in North Texas does not shut pests down. It changes their behavior. Rodents look for warmth. Roaches move closer to interior walls. Ant colonies shift their activit

The holidays fill your home with warmth, food, and activity, which also attracts pests looking for shelter. Decorations, leftovers, and extra clutter create dozens of new hiding spots for insects and rodents trying to ride out the cold. Most of the time, they move in quietly and stay well into the new year. Here are the five places pests are most likely to take advantage of during the holidays and what you can do to stay ahead of them. 1. Attics and Storage Areas When you pul

When the temperature drops, many homeowners assume pest season is finally over. In reality, cooler weather only changes where pests spend their time. Texas winters rarely stay cold long enough to eliminate insects or rodents, so instead of dying off, they simply move indoors. Winter pest activity is quieter because it happens behind walls, in attics, and around utility spaces where warmth and moisture remain constant. Understanding what pests actually do this time of year hel

When temperatures dip in October, homes across North Texas start drawing in some truly persistent houseguests (and we’re not talking about trick or treaters). Overwintering insects slip through gaps along rooflines, soffits, and siding, then tuck into attics and walls for the season. Unlike summer pests that make a grand entrance, these insects arrive quietly and stay hidden. Once the first warm stretch of spring hits, they can appear all at once — often through vents, light

When the first cool nights settle over North Texas, the ghouls aren’t the only ones looking for shelter. As jack-o’-lanterns glow on porches and candy bowls fill up, cockroaches begin their quiet march inside. October is their migration season. Once nighttime temperatures hover around 68°F or below, roaches leave their outdoor hiding spots and head for warm, damp spaces indoors. What starts as a few stragglers can turn into a thriving colony tucked beneath your floors, sinks,

Ghost ants get their name for a reason. They’re tiny, nearly invisible, and move like whispers across countertops. And when the candy bowls come out in October, they arrive right on cue. These ants thrive in warm, humid kitchens just as nights outside start cooling. Add leftover sugar from Halloween, and they have everything they need to build their colonies inside your walls. Ghost ants don’t wait for spring — they invade right in the middle of spooky season. Why Ghost Ants

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