Contrary to what most people think, pests are alive and thriving year-round. There’s no such thing as a particular “season” for bugs. 

During warmer months, we tend to spend a lot of our time outdoors, so it’s not until the colder months that we begin to notice evidence of a pest problem. What we may see is just the tip of the iceberg. There can be an entire ecosystem behind our walls, under our floors, and in the attic. Most of us don’t call a professional until we have a full-blown infestation.

 

Many people who don’t employ routine pest control unfortunately end up resorting to a “one-time-shot” to address an infestation, which is assumed to be enough to eradicate an issue. Pest management should be ongoing to maintain a pest-free environment. Whether it’s cold or hot, pests are going to continue reproducing, inhabiting more space, causing extensive damage, and posing a risk to our health.

Cost-Effective: You spend more money on mitigating infestations multiple times as compared to a year-round maintenance program. By the time an infestation becomes apparent, it requires a more comprehensive approach to get under control. You can avoid this by merely employing preventative measures with year-round pest management.

Protects Our Homes, Health and Pets: As fall and winter sets in, pests seek out the warmth of structures such as your home or business. The buildup of fecal matter and shed skins get into your ductwork, furniture, carpeting, bed linens, and clothing. Our home and physical health are significantly impacted when pests are not controlled. Many pests carry disease, which is transmittable to humans and pets. 

In addition to year-round pest management, you can also employ preventative measures to avoid problems with pests. Keep trash cans and dumpsters away from your home or business. Don’t allow trash to build up inside the home or office. Before the colder months move in, have Black Knight Pest Services do a thorough inspection of the exterior and cover any openings pests can infiltrate. These might include openings in the attic, gaps in the fascia, uncovered openings to crawl space, and outdoor egress entry/exit points.

Black Knight Pest Services provides you the vigilant pest prevention you need through routine inspections and appropriate treatments. You have peace of mind knowing our professionals are insured and licensed. Our team of technicians undergo specialized training that includes ongoing continued education/training to ensure you get the most effective and current methods in controlling pests. Our products are EPA-registered, or EPA-exempt certified (FIFRA 25b), are odorless and can be applied to most surfaces. We are your local neighbors with over 20 years experience in pest management. Our core values enable us to operate with honesty and integrity. 

Give us a call today to begin your year-round pest management. We serve the greater Martinsburg, WV area, and look forward to hearing from you.