The cooler months in Tampa might not bring snow or freezing temperatures, but they do bring something else: pests. While the rest of the country is bundling up and watching bugs disappear, Tampa homeowners often find themselves dealing with a different kind of winter guest: uninvited ones.
We’re talking about the critters that sneak into your warm, cozy home just when you least expect them. Roaches in the bathroom. Rodents in the attic. Ants marching through the kitchen like it’s still July. And the truth is, they don’t just make your skin crawl. They can also damage your home, trigger allergies, and contaminate surfaces you use every day.
Let’s be real. “Winter” in Tampa is more like “slightly cooler summer.” While we might be enjoying breezy weather and fewer mosquitoes, pests are still wide awake and looking for three things: warmth, moisture, and food. Your home is basically a five-star resort for them.
This is the time of year we start getting more calls from homeowners seeing signs of activity indoors. Scratching noises, odd smells, droppings, trails of ants, these are all red flags that pests have moved in for the season. So who’s lurking around your home this winter?
If you’re hearing noises in the attic or spotting tiny droppings in the garage, it might not be your imagination. Tampa’s most common winter invaders include roof rats, Norway rats, and house mice. These pests are incredibly skilled at finding ways into homes during cooler weather.
They don’t need much space either. A mouse can squeeze through an opening the size of a dime. Once inside, they’re not just hiding. They’re chewing on wires, nesting in insulation, and leaving behind bacteria-laden messes.
Rodents are smart. Setting out a few traps might catch one or two, but it won’t fix the real problem. Our team knows how to locate nests, seal entry points, and treat infestations where they actually start.
They say roaches could survive a nuclear event. So, a mild Florida winter? That’s nothing. German cockroaches and palmetto bugs, also known as big American roaches, are active all year here. And the cooler it gets, the more they head indoors.
The worst part? They love areas with moisture, which means your bathroom, laundry room, and kitchen are prime real estate.
Roaches are more than just gross. They carry bacteria, trigger allergies, and multiply fast. Spraying visible bugs won’t cut it. You need professional-grade treatment that tackles them at the source, where they’re nesting and breeding.
While ants up north might slow down in the cold, Tampa ants keep on marching. Ghost ants, sugar ants, and other household varieties are still drawn to crumbs, grease, and anything sweet left on the counter.
They’re especially persistent in bathrooms and kitchens, where they can find food and water without too much effort.
We take a smarter approach. Our indoor pest control for ants includes baiting systems, sealing entry points, and using treatments that wipe out the colony, not just the visible trail.
You won’t see them. You probably won’t hear them. But that doesn’t mean they aren’t slowly chewing away at your home. Termites in Florida never take a break. Both subterranean and drywood termites stay active through winter, feeding on structural wood, hardwood floors, window frames, and furniture.
Waiting to treat termites is risky. The damage isn’t just unsightly. It’s expensive. Let us inspect your home before the damage piles up. We know exactly what to look for and how to stop termites in their tracks.
They might be small, but silverfish can do some serious damage, especially in places you’re not checking every day. Closets, garages, bathrooms, and basements are some of their favorite spots.
They feed on glue, paper, cardboard, and fabric. So if you’re storing holiday decorations, old books, or seasonal clothes, you’re giving them a buffet.
We use professional methods that target the spots silverfish hide and breed, helping protect your stored belongings without spraying everything in sight.
Your pets might not be covered in fleas, but that doesn’t mean they’re gone. Fleas and ticks can survive indoors all winter long. They hide in carpet, upholstery, pet beds, and baseboards, quietly reproducing.
They’re not just annoying. These pests can carry harmful bacteria and parasites. If you’ve noticed your pets scratching more or seen small bites on your ankles, it’s time to act.
Fleas and ticks are tough to get rid of on your own. We offer a full-home approach that gets real results.
Even if the temperature outside feels great to you, it signals many pests to find shelter indoors. Whether you live in a single-story home with a slab foundation or a two-story with an attic and crawlspace, this is the season pests start creeping in.
These small steps help, but when pests get inside, professional help is your best bet.
We get it. Running to the store for traps or sprays feels like the fastest fix. But Florida pests are clever, especially the ones that thrive in winter. You might handle a few, but the rest keep hiding, multiplying, and coming back.
Instead of wasting time and money trying to outsmart them, call in a team that knows how to eliminate the problem completely. We don’t treat the symptoms. We remove the source.
We’ve been protecting homes across Tampa for years. Our approach is simple and effective. We treat your home like it’s our own, using safe methods that actually work and listening to your concerns every step of the way. What we offer:
You’ll never feel like just another appointment on the schedule. We take pride in helping Tampa homeowners keep their families safe and their homes pest-free, especially during the cooler months.
Winter might be mild in Tampa, but that doesn’t mean your home is immune to pest problems. Now is the perfect time to take control before they spread. Whether you're already dealing with rodents, roaches, or something sneakier like termites or silverfish, we can help.
Let Green Solutions Lawn Care & Pest Control take care of the problem so you don’t have to. Give us a call today, get a free estimate, and ask about our indoor pest control services. We’ll create a custom treatment plan that works for your home, your schedule, and your peace of mind. Stop sharing your home with unwanted guests. Let's get your space pest-free and comfortable again.
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