Homeowners in Florida often see more rodent issues during the cooler months because of a few key seasonal factors:
1. Rodents Seek Warmth & Shelter
When temperatures drop—even slightly by Florida standards—rats and mice look for warm, dry places to nest. Homes, garages, and attics offer ideal shelter from the chill, wind, and rain.
2. Food Becomes Scarcer Outdoors
Cooler weather means less natural food (like seeds, fruits, and insects) is available. Rodents then turn to homes for easy meals—pet food, garbage, and pantry items become their targets.
3. Small Openings Become Invitations
Rodents can squeeze through openings as small as a dime. During fall and winter, they’re more persistent about finding entry points, like gaps under doors, vents, or rooflines.
4. More Indoor Activity = More Sightings
As families spend more time indoors during the cooler months, homeowners simply notice rodent activity more—droppings, noises in walls, or gnaw marks.
5. Nearby Landscaping Attracts Them
Cooler weather often means less yard maintenance, so overgrown shrubs, mulch, or debris can create perfect hiding and nesting areas right next to the home.
How Westfall’s Lawn & Pest Can Help
Westfall’s pest specialists use targeted inspections, entry point sealing, and baits and traps to stop rodent invasions before they become infestations—keeping homes secure year-round. CALL Today for your Free Inspection 941-761-0125