Ants around foundations and damp wood
Carpenter ants and smaller household ants may become visible as colonies and satellite nests become active.
- Look for trails and frass
- Check roof and window leaks
- Avoid indiscriminate trail spraying
Flies and occasional invaders
Cluster flies may emerge from attics while earwigs, millipedes and sowbugs respond to exterior moisture.
- Repair screens and vents
- Reduce damp debris near walls
- Use dehumidification where appropriate
Early exclusion work
Spring is a practical time to repair gaps before summer nests and fall rodent pressure develop.
- Inspect soffits and utility lines
- Repair door sweeps
- Keep vegetation off the structure