When you think of rodent problems, you might imagine chilly autumn evenings or freezing winter mornings. But the fact is, summer rodent issues are quite common. Mice and rats don’t hibernate and warm weather has its own set of risks for infestations.
If you think you’re off the hook for rodents until fall, here’s why you might want to stay on high alert all year.
Rodents like mice and rats pay very little attention to season. They’re opportunists all year long, always on the prowl for something to eat, drink, and a place to hide – and summer often brings them special opportunities:
Signs of Summer Rodent Activity
Proactive steps in summer lead to fewer pest issues in fall and winter.
What You Can Do
Summer Rodent Control with Lanser Pest Solutions
If you think you’re off the hook for rodents until fall, here’s why you might want to stay on high alert all year.
Warm Weather Doesn’t Mean Rodent-Free
Rodents like mice and rats pay very little attention to season. They’re opportunists all year long, always on the prowl for something to eat, drink, and a place to hide – and summer often brings them special opportunities:
- Open windows and doors: Warmer months offer rodents additional entryways.
- Outside sources of food: Pet food, bird seed, compost piles, and grills can entice hungry invaders.
- Breeding cycles: Mice and rats breed quickly, and summer is the ideal time.
Why Are Rodents Attracted to My Home in the Summer?
Rodents aren’t simply coming in for the air conditioning — they’re pursuing resources. In the summer, you could be inadvertently serving up the very thing they’re looking for with:
- Uncovered trash cans and food scraps
- Pet dishes left outside
- Overgrown vegetation providing shelter
- Dripping faucets or standing water, especially close to the foundation of your home.
Signs of Summer Rodent Activity
Even when the weather is warm, you might find:
- Droppings near food or under sinks
- Chewed packaging or wiring
- Scratching or rustling noises in walls or ceilings
- Nests made from shredded materials
Why Summer Is the Best Time to Seal Entry Points
Don’t wait for fall to deal with rodent problems, summer is your window of opportunity. Right now, warm weather and plentiful outdoor food sources help to keep mice and rats active outside. When temperatures drop and food becomes scarce, rodents will look for warmth and food indoors. Your home is an easy target if those gaps are still open. Getting ahead of the problem now helps you avoid:
- Costly property damage
- Contamination of food and surfaces
- Health risks like Hantavirus and Salmonella
Proactive steps in summer lead to fewer pest issues in fall and winter.
What You Can Do
Here are a few simple but effective rodent prevention steps:
- Seal gaps and cracks in siding, vents, and doors
- Store food securely, including bird seed and pet food
- Trim back landscaping that touches or overhangs your home
- Keep trash covered and away from your house
- Fix water leaks and eliminate standing water sources
Summer Rodent Control with Lanser Pest Solutions
Our experts understand how rodent behavior changes with the seasons. Our All Season Protection Plan includes year-round monitoring and preventative treatments that keep pests, including rodents, under control.
Whether you've seen activity or just want peace of mind, our customized approach means you get effective, affordable protection tailored to your home.
Get ahead of the problem -- contact us today for a rodent inspection or to learn more about our year-round service options.
Whether you've seen activity or just want peace of mind, our customized approach means you get effective, affordable protection tailored to your home.
Get ahead of the problem -- contact us today for a rodent inspection or to learn more about our year-round service options.