Rainy-Season Pests on the Treasure Coast
From late spring through early fall, afternoon storms soak the Treasure Coast. The rain is welcome for lawns and gardens, but it also stirs up pests that head straight for drier, cooler homes.
Request pest controlAnts on the move
Flooded nests send ants indoors, often along baseboards and into kitchens and bathrooms.
Palmetto bugs
Big outdoor roaches come in through drains, garage doors and gaps when mulch and soil stay wet.
Mosquitoes
Every bucket, saucer, gutter and bromeliad becomes a breeding site within days of a storm.
Termite swarms
Warm, humid evenings after rain are when termites often swarm.
Mold and moisture pests
Damp areas attract silverfish and other moisture-loving insects.
Seal the house
Caulk gaps, fix door sweeps and screen vents before the season starts.
Yard work
Keep mulch thin near the house and trim plants back from the walls.
Dump water weekly
Empty anything holding water after each storm.
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After a storm
Once the rain stops, walk the property and look for new gaps where fascia or screens were damaged, tip out water from debris and watch for ants trailing inside over the next few days.
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