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Cluster flies collect near windows after winter

Cluster flies often show up in spring as they leave wall voids and attic areas where they spent the colder months. They are slow, noisy, and strangely committed to your windows.

For light activity, vacuum them, clean window tracks, and check attic vents and screens for gaps. A simple routine of removing them quickly and improving sealing can reduce repeat sightings. Do not overreact with random indoor sprays; for a mild issue, physical removal is usually enough. If flies continue appearing from multiple upper-floor areas, Richard's Pest Control can inspect likely entry routes in UT.

Ticks start appearing in the yard and on pets

Ticks become more active in spring, especially along wooded edges, tall grass, leaf litter, and shaded yard transitions. Even a light presence should be taken seriously because the risk is not the number, but what one of them may carry.

For low-level tick pressure, keep grass short, trim vegetation at property edges, remove leaf litter, and create a cleaner border between lawn and wooded areas. Check pets and clothing after yard time, and keep pet prevention up to date. Yard tidiness is not glamorous, but ticks dislike losing their hiding spots. If you continue finding ticks around the same yard zones in , Richard's Pest Control can advise on a targeted plan.

Carpenter ants show up near damp wood

Spring often reveals carpenter ant activity after winter moisture damage. You may notice larger black ants near window frames, damp trim, or basement wood that has stayed wet too long.

For a mild issue, start by reducing moisture: fix leaks, improve ventilation, and remove wet or rotting wood if possible. Vacuum visible ants instead of crushing them, and wipe surfaces with vinegar water to break foraging trails. Do not ignore damp wood, because carpenter ants are drawn to the condition, not the elegance of your interior design. If activity continues around damaged wood, Richard's Pest Control can inspect whether it is just spring foraging or an established nest in .