Insect Cycles

Q: When is the best time to start a scheduled service program?

A: Insects become nuisance pests at different times of the year in our Ohio geographic climate. Please review the handy pest activity chart to anticipate when you may wish to consider a specific preventive treatment service. We will be happy to guide you in selecting the best option for your investment.

Peak Insect Activity Cycles

Ants: April - July
Bees: May - September
Bumble Bees: May - August
Centipedes: April - June
Clover Mites:
April - June, August - September
Crickets: August - September
Earwigs: May - August
Fleas: July - September
Hornets: May - September

Lady Bugs:
May - June, August - September
Mud Daubers: April - July
Millipedes: June - August
Pillbugs: June - September
Silverfish: April - July
Sowbugs: May - August
Spiders: April - June
Ticks: May - September
Wasps:
April - June, August - September
Yellow Jackets: August - September