Pest Control in Maplewood, MO

Maplewood experiences hot summers and cold winters. July highs average about 90 degrees and January lows average around 25. The area gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a typical year, and winters bring some snow (about 14 inches in a typical year). May is the wettest month, at about 4.9 inches. These figures are 1991-2020 NOAA climate normals from a nearby weather station, and they are meant as a guide, not a forecast.

In a wet spring, water collects in gutters, planters, rain barrels and low spots, and mosquitoes take advantage. Damp soil around foundations is another draw, especially for termites, which are always looking for moisture and wood. Emptying containers, keeping downspouts clear and pulling mulch a few inches away from siding are easy ways to reduce the risk before summer heat arrives.

Winter here is less about snow than about repeated freezing nights. That is when mice look for warm places to nest, and they can get in through very small gaps. Check around utility lines, vents and door sweeps in fall, and keep an eye on basements and attics through the cold months. If you hear scratching in walls or find droppings, contact us early so the problem does not spread.