As summer heat waves begin to wind down and the cooler weather of fall and autumn begin to set in in Monmouth and Ocean County, NJ, pests are noticing this. This triggers them to start preparing for winter by seeking warmth and shelter, and your home, which they’ve been near all summer, may be precisely what they’re looking for.
Common Autumn Pests in Monmouth & Ocean County, NJ
Stink Bugs
The brown marmorated stink bug is definitely one of New Jersey’s most recognizable autumn pests. While they don’t bite, their numbers can be overwhelming, and their foul odor makes them one of the season’s most frustrating pests. Stink bugs gather on sunny exterior walls as temperatures drop and slip indoors. Have a bin to store patio furniture? They love those too!
Rodents (Mice & Rats)
Rodents are the top autumn pest threat, especially in New Jersey. As nights get cooler, mice and rats search for shelter and food. In many places across the Garden State, that usually means your home and business. They chew wires, contaminate food supplies, and multiply quickly if left unchecked.
Ants & Cockroaches
Some species of ants, like carpenter ants and pavement ants, will remain active as the weather cools in New Jersey. Carpenter ants can be concerning because they burrow through wood, like structural beams, to create nests. This can lead to significant structural damage if left untreated. Pavement and house ants are also typical in coastal NJ. They can trail into kitchens and pantries in search of sweets or greasy foods. Once they establish a food source, they can become challenging to deal with alone.
Spiders
Spiders generally become more noticeable in the fall because they are actively moving around. As pests start migrating into and around homes, spiders follow their food sources, with some moving indoors along with them. Basements, garages, and attics are common hiding spots. House spiders and cellar spiders, or the well-known daddy long-legs, are often found in Monmouth and Ocean County homes, especially in corners, window wells, and storage areas.
Cluster Flies & Boxelder Bugs
These hibernating insects gather near attics, siding, and window frames. While they are not destructive, but they can become a major nuisance once they’ve found their way indoors.
Why Pest Control Is Important in the Fall
Fall is a transition season for many pests, so our team at Potter Pest always recommends fall treatment as part of our treatment plans. Once many pests establish themselves inside your home or business, they’ll do all they can to remain so until spring. That makes preventive autumn pest treatments essential for property owners across New Jersey.
Benefits of fall pest control include:
- Reducing rodent activity with strategic bait station setups
- Protecting kitchens and pantries from insect invaders
- Identifying and pointing out entry points before pests exploit them
- Preventing large infestations that grow over the winter
How Potter Pest Protects Your NJ Home With Seasonal Changes
By scheduling autumn pest control treatments with Potter Pest, you can avoid and even get ahead of seasonal pest problems by protecting your home and family before unwanted guests move in. Our team doesn’t just have three decades of experience in the industry, but we are also homeowners in New Jersey, so we know exactly what our clients deal with daily. That is why we strive to do the best for our clients to protect them with:
- Professional inspection – We thoroughly inspect for pest activity and locate potential entry points.
- Rodent bait station setup – Placed strategically around your home to stop mice before they enter indoors.
- Targeted treatments – Targeted applications on your home’s exterior to keep out stink bugs, ants, spiders, and other fall invaders.
- Family and pet-friendly solutions – Effective treatments designed with your family and customers in mind.
Schedule Your Fall & Autumn Pest Service Today
If you have questions about our residential pest control services, contact us by filling out a form or better yet, call us at (732) 284-7707