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(And What You Can Do About It) When fall arrives, crisp air and colorful leaves make Virginia and North Carolina feel like a postcard. But there’s one seasonal visitor nobody invited — spiders.
As the weather cools, spiders move indoors in search of warmth and food. And while most are harmless, few things make your heart jump faster than spotting a web across your hallway or a spider scurrying across the bathtub.
- Written by: VACO Pest Management
As the weather cools and the leaves start to change, pests don’t just disappear — they shift gears. Fall is prime time for many insects and rodents to move indoors looking for warmth, food, and shelter. If you’re in Virginia or North Carolina, you’ll notice the pattern every year: summer mosquitoes fade, but stink bugs, rodents, spiders, and ants start knocking at your door (literally). Knowing what’s coming — and how to prevent it — can save you headaches (and costly infestations) this season.
The Usual Suspects: Common Fall Pests in VA & NC
Rodents (Mice & Rats):Rodents are perhaps the most notorious fall invaders. As natural foragers, they look for food sources indoors when outdoor supplies dwindle. Mice can squeeze through a gap the size of a dime, while rats need only a quarter-sized opening. Once inside, they reproduce quickly and can spread diseases, contaminate food, and chew through wiring and insulation.
- Written by: VACO Pest Management
(and what you can do about it)
As temperatures rise in North Carolina and Virginia, so does the buzz—literally. House flies are one of the most common and frustrating pests to invade homes during the summer. They’re fast, relentless, and just plain gross. But beyond being annoying, house flies can also carry harmful bacteria and contaminate food surfaces.
Let’s take a closer look at why flies are worse in the summer, what attracts them, and how VACO Pest Management can help keep your home fly-free.
- Written by: VACO Pest Management
It’s no secret—mosquitoes are more than just backyard annoyances. In North Carolina and Virginia, they can also pose real health risks. For families enjoying summer BBQs, outdoor games, or just a night on the porch, knowing how to protect your loved ones from mosquito-borne diseases is crucial. Let’s break down the key risks, the science behind mosquito diseases, and what you can do to stay safe—without making it feel like you need a biology degree to understand it.
While not every mosquito bite leads to illness, these are the main diseases found in our region:
- Written by: VACO Pest Management