They creep, they crawl, they even glide and slide across the floor. No, we’re not talking about a 1950’s horror movie based on a gelatinous monster. We are talking about fall pests. Right around Halloween, when things are scary enough, you don’t need an additional fright with the presence of a creepy crawly. Learn about the habits of Godfrey, IL pests during the spookiest season of the year.
Fall Insects in Illinois
Some insects and critters can be found throughout the year in Godfrey, IL, but the fall season tends to bring more of them out. You should be particularly aware of the following critters: Cockroaches. Between school being back in session and parties kicking off for the holiday season, cockroaches have plenty to chew on and not much reason to leave your home. Keep an eye out for cockroach droppings as this will usually be the first sign these pests have infiltrated your home. Rodents. The fall season beckons the rodent population to start hiding indoors for the winter, and your home is likely the first place they’ll consider. If you have dark spaces and an available water supply, your home is the perfect place for a rodent infestation to occur. Silverfish. Fall is the perfect time to make use of that fresh, cool air. But, the added humidity within your home creates the perfect environment for silverfish, which love the humidity. An infestation of these pests can result in damage to clothing, books and wallpaper.
