The Top Five Pests Long Island Homeowners Should Watch for in March
As winter fades away and temperatures start to rise, pests across Long Island become more active. March is a critical time for homeowners to take preventive action against infestations before they get out of control. From termites to cockroaches, certain pests thrive in the early spring, making now the perfect time to inspect your home and take steps to protect it.
Here are the top five pests Long Island homeowners should watch for in March—and how Knockout Pest Control can help keep them from taking over your home.
1. Termites
March marks the start of termite season, especially for subterranean termites, the most common species in New York. As temperatures rise, termite swarmers emerge to start new colonies. These flying termites may seem harmless, but are a warning sign that a larger infestation is nearby.
Termites spread by swarming and establishing new colonies in moist, wood-rich environments. They travel through underground tunnels, making them difficult to detect until severe damage has already been done.
How to Protect Your Home from Termites
- Look for discarded wings near windowsills and doors—a sign of termite swarmers.
- Check for mud tubes along your foundation, a sign of active subterranean termites.
- Schedule a professional termite inspection to catch infestations early. Knockout Pest Control offers termite baiting systems to eliminate colonies before they cause expensive structural damage. Plus, if you’re a new customer, you’ll save on your installation!
2. Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants become active in early spring as they search for food and nesting sites. Unlike termites, they don’t eat wood, but they burrow through it to create their nests, weakening wooden structures over time.
Signs of a Carpenter Ant Infestation
- Sawdust-like wood shavings near wooden structures
- Large black ants crawling in and out of cracks in walls
- Rustling sounds inside walls or wooden beams
We use targeted treatments to locate and eliminate carpenter ant colonies before they expand. If you book your carpenter ant service this March, you’ll save $50 off your initial treatment!
3. Little Black Ants
Tiny black ants become highly active in March as they forage for food, especially in kitchens and pantries. They’re drawn to sugary and greasy foods, and once they establish a trail, they’re tough to get rid of.
How to Keep Little Black Ants Out
- Keep food stored in airtight containers.
- Wipe down surfaces and clean up spills immediately.
- Seal entry points around doors and windows.
We offer integrated pest management (IPM) solutions to eliminate little black ants and prevent them from returning. Get $50 off your initial service when you schedule your treatment this March.
4. Spiders
As the weather warms up, many spiders become more active inside homes, emerging from basements, attics, and wall voids where they spent the winter. While most house spiders are harmless, some, like the yellow sac spider, can deliver painful bites.
Signs of a Spider Infestation
- Webs in corners, basements, and crawl spaces
- An increase in spider sightings, especially at night
- Egg sacs hidden in dark areas
We offer targeted treatments to remove spiders and their egg sacs, reducing infestations before they spread. If spiders are creeping you out this spring, book your service and save $50 off your initial treatment.
5. Cockroaches
Cockroaches thrive in damp, warm areas, making March a prime time for infestations to surge as humidity levels increase. German cockroaches, one of the most common species on Long Island, reproduce rapidly and are notorious for contaminating food and spreading bacteria.
Where Cockroaches Hide
- Under sinks and around pipes
- Inside kitchen appliances and pantries
- Behind baseboards and inside wall voids
We take a comprehensive approach to eliminating cockroaches, targeting nesting sites and breeding grounds with precision treatments. Schedule your cockroach treatment this March and get $50 off your initial service.
Don’t Let Spring Pests Take Over—Call Knockout Pest Control
March is the time to take control of your home before pests do. Whether you’re dealing with termites, carpenter ants, or cockroaches, Knockout Pest Control has the expertise to knock out your pest problems for good.