Spring Pests in Knoxville
Spring in Knoxville is a time for blooming flowers, warmer temperatures, and unfortunately, increased pest activity. As the weather warms up, insects and rodents become more active, searching for food, water, and shelter—often in and around your home. To help you stay ahead of infestations, we’ve put together a spring pest prevention checklist. Follow these steps to keep your home protected and pest-free!
In this blog
- Spring pest prevention checklist: How to prevent pests in your home during the Spring
- Carpenter bees are coming! Damage they have on properties
- Bonus savings on our Carpenter Bee Service
Spring pest prevention checklist
✔ Seal entry points
- Inspect doors, windows, and foundation cracks for gaps where pests can enter.
- Replace damaged weather stripping and repair torn window screens.
- Use caulk or steel wool to seal holes around pipes, vents, and utility lines.
✔ Eliminate standing water
- Clean out gutters and downspouts to prevent moisture buildup.
- Fix leaky faucets and pipes, both inside and outside.
- Remove standing water in birdbaths, flower pots, and other outdoor containers.
✔ Keep your yard maintained
- Trim bushes, trees, and shrubs away from your home to prevent pests from nesting.
- Rake up leaves and remove debris where insects and rodents can hide.
- Store firewood at least 20 feet away from your home and off the ground.
✔ Secure food and trash
- Store food in airtight containers and clean up crumbs and spills immediately.
- Take out the trash regularly and keep outdoor bins tightly sealed.
- Keep pet food sealed and don’t leave it out overnight.
✔ Watch for signs of infestation
- Check for droppings, gnaw marks, or chewed wires that could indicate rodents.
- Look for ant trails or small piles of sawdust, which may signal carpenter ants.
- Be alert for wasp nests or spider webs around eaves and windows.
ALERT: Carpenter bees are coming!
Spring also marks the return of carpenter bees—those large, black-and-yellow bees that drill perfectly round holes into wood structures like decks, fences, and even your home’s siding. While they may seem harmless, their burrowing can cause significant structural damage over time.
It’s not uncommon for people to mistake carpenter bees for bumble bees because they’re roughly the same size and are black with yellow markings. However, there’s an easy way to differentiate the two. A carpenter bee’s abdomen is shiny and black while a bumble bee’s abdomen is fuzzy and covered in hairs. See the images below.
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Call us now to book your appointment and keep your home pest-free this spring!