Once winter arrives to Massachusetts, countless people automatically assume that the need for pest control diminishes. Unfortunately, the winter cold does not kill pests, and neither does it cause all pests to go into hibernation. In fact, some of the most troublesome pests are those that like to live inside our homes, and these generally aren’t affected the cold in winter because virtually everyone has heating in their homes. To make matters even worse, many pests which are usually happy to be outdoors, tend to seek refuge indoors when winter arrives.

If you are thinking about discontinuing your routine pest control during winter as a means of saving some money, think again, because as many South Shore people have already discovered, the damage which can be caused by pests can end costing considerably more than routine pest control. Apart from damage to your property, some pests can also cause a wide range of health problems.

Here are the top 5 reasons why pest control should not be discontinued during the winter months:

1. Any pests that happen to be living in the walls of your home are generally not at all affected by the cold weather outside your home.

2. Many pests, including ones such as earwigs; carpenter ants; termites, and cockroaches actually thrive indoors during the winter.

3. Rodents such as mice and rats can, and almost certainly will try to get into your home if they discover any openings.

4. Insects such as hornets; wasps, and spiders will often try to gain entry to your attic in a bid to escape the cold weather.

5. A reliable pest control company can carry out a meticulous inspection of your property, based on their knowledge and expertise relating to winter pest control.

A few wasps and spiders living in your attic is probably a not a big deal, but, once they have moved in, they generally don’t like to move out again, even when the summer arrives. Rats and mice are very similar, and if they are managing to find food in your home during winter, they too are likely to carry on hanging around after winter has passed.

Combat Pest Control can give you all the advice you need concerning winter pests, and they can ensure your South Shore home remains pest free, regardless of what season it is. Remember, when winter arrives and temperatures plummet, all those troublesome pests want to be indoors for the exact same reasons we do; because it is lovely and warm.

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The Winter Mice Control Service includes:

• Rodent inspection of the interior and exterior of the property
• Identify potential problems and possible entry points
• Determine a comprehensive plan of action
• Set-up mouse bait stations where needed
• Perform follow-up visit(s) to insure success
• 6 month service warranty on mice control services

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Pest Patrol Program Includes:

• Elimination and prevention of all common household pests including ants, spiders, mice, rats, bees, earwigs, and other creepy crawlers. (does not include termites, invasive wildlife, roaches, or bed bugs – see below)
• Spring interior inspection & treatment
• Fall inspection and treatment with rodent proofing
• Free unlimited service calls

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Guaranteed Termite Control

We use Termidor®- the most effective termite control solution available!

Termites live and travel underground. We inject Termidor® directly into the soil around the perimeter of your home and once termites are exposed to it they spread it to every termite they contact. This process is called the “Transfer Effect” and assists in the complete eradication of the termite population. Termidor® is guaranteed to be 100% effective for 5 years.