Rainy Season in Florida: The Bugs Are Coming (But We’ve Got You Covered)
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Ah, Florida’s rainy season. One minute it’s sunny, the next minute your backyard is a swamp, your flip-flops are floating, and your dog refuses to go outside. From June through September, the skies open up, the grass explodes with growth, and unfortunately, so do the bugs.
At Westfall’s Lawn and Pest Control, we know all too well that the rainy season isn't just a weather event. It's also prime time for pest problems. Whether it's dry as a bone or wet enough for a canoe, pests are on the move. And guess where they’re headed?
Yup. Inside your house.
When It’s Dry: Thirsty Bugs Come Knocking 🐜🚰
Florida weather is wild. Even during rainy season, we get dry spells. And when that happens, pests go hunting for one thing: water
Your kitchen sink
Your pet’s water bowl
That slow-dripping hose outside
To bugs, that’s five-star hydration
During dry stretches, ants, roaches, spiders, and even rodents will move indoors looking for moisture. And once they find it? They’re not in a hurry to leave
In fact, you might notice
• Ants forming endless lines across your countertops
• Roaches creeping out at night like they pay rent
• Spiders setting up cozy corners in bathrooms and garages
• Rodents exploring your pantry like it’s a theme park
These pests aren’t just gross. They can carry bacteria, trigger allergies, and stress out even the calmest homeowner
When It Pours: Flooded Bugs Seek Higher Ground ⬆️🐛
Now, when the rain really rolls in which is often, pests have a new problem: flooded homes not yours, theirs
Fire ant colonies? Flooded
Mole crickets? Swimming
Cockroach nests? Soggy
And what do they do when their tunnels and nests get waterlogged? They flee to dry ground, which usually means your walls, your attic, or your garage
This is also when mosquitoes go bananas. Standing water in puddles, bird baths, clogged gutters, or even that old flowerpot becomes mosquito daycare and they multiply faster than you can say citronella
Not to mention all the termite swarms and fungus gnats that thrive in moist conditions. So yeah, it’s basically a bug party out there and your home is VIP access
What’s a Florida Homeowner to Do? 🧐
First: Don’t panic
Second: Call Westfall’s Lawn and Pest Control
We’ve been helping homeowners in Sarasota and Manatee Counties keep bugs out of their homes for years. Rain or shine, we know how pests behave and more importantly how to stop them
Here’s How We Keep You Protected
✅ Perimeter barrier treatments. We create a bug-blocking shield around your home that repels ants, roaches, and other pests trying to sneak in during dry or wet spells
✅ Targeted indoor treatments. Already have unwanted guests? We’ll evict them safely and effectively
✅ Yard treatments. Our lawn pest services protect your grass and your ankles from fire ants, chinch bugs, mole crickets, and more
✅ Mosquito control. Say goodbye to itchy evenings and reclaim your backyard
✅ Standing water inspections. We’ll help you identify where water is collecting and how to reduce breeding grounds for mosquitoes and fungus gnats
And here’s the best part. Our treatments are safe for families, pets, and the environment while being tough on pests
Don’t Wait for the Bugs to Move In 🕷️🏠
Florida’s rainy season is unpredictable but pest problems don’t have to be. Whether it’s dry one week or raining buckets the next, Westfall’s is ready to help you stay one step ahead of the creepy crawlies
Your home should be a sanctuary not a shelter for thirsty ants or flood-fleeing roaches. Let us keep your space pest-free and your peace of mind intact
Call Westfall’s Lawn and Pest Control today for a free estimate or to schedule your custom pest plan. We’re local, we’re friendly, and we don’t let bugs win
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