Pest Control in Austin, MN

Austin is at the milder end of summer heat among the Minnesota cities we serve, with July highs averaging about 81 degrees and only around 6 days a year reaching 90 or higher. Winters are cold, with January lows averaging around 5 degrees and about 165 nights a year at or below freezing. Precipitation is on the higher side at roughly 36 inches a year, with about 43 inches of snow, and June is the wettest month at about 5.1 inches. These figures are 1991-2020 NOAA climate normals from a nearby weather station and are a guide, not a forecast.

Higher precipitation means moisture is a constant factor. Damp basements, leaking gutters and poor drainage attract carpenter ants, cockroaches and silverfish-type pests indoors, while June's rain leaves standing water outdoors for mosquitoes. Fixing drainage, running a dehumidifier in basements and moving mulch and firewood off the foundation address the root cause rather than just the pests.

With around 165 freezing nights, the cold season lasts well over five months, and that gives rodents a long window to find their way in. Fall is the time to seal up: check around pipes, garage door corners, foundation vents and the base of siding. If you find droppings or hear noises in winter, act promptly, because mice can multiply quickly once they have shelter and food.