Summer rain + warm temperatures + extra humidity = a pest’s best friend. When there are periods of heavy rainfall in the summer, pests flock together to take cover until the sun comes back. Many pests after rain like to move inside our homes. Check out which pests after rain showers to keep an eye out for this summer.
Like most creatures, cockroaches need food, water, and shelter in order to survive, which are all located inside your home. Typically, American cockroaches search for shelter after periods of heavy rainfall. Also, many cockroaches hide in drains and sewers. After heavy rain, they may scurry to avoid drowning and, as a result, make their way to your home. Be on the lookout for cockroaches trying to make your home theirs after rain.
There are over 1 million ants per one human. With that being said, ant colonies are extremely common. There is most likely one or a few near your home. However, after periods of heavy rain, ant colonies get destroyed, and they try to find higher ground that is dry. When ants search for higher grounds, they may end up inside your home (the perfect higher ground). When ants come inside after it rains, they leave a trail of pheromones that allow them to let the other ants know where to go and for them to know where to exit. Where to check for ants after it rains:
Is the rain bringing summer pests inside your home? It may be time to call your local pest control company. For preventative pest control or to get rid of a pest control infestation today, call Lookout Pest Control at (678) 888-0035 or contact us online here!