Springtime brings warmer weather, blooming flowers, and unfortunately, a surge of pests as they seek shelter and a food source. From ants and termites to spiders and rodents, pests can quickly infiltrate your home as the cold weather moves out. These pests can cause significant damage to your house or just pose an annoyance to you and your family. But, did you know that you don’t have to call the pest control experts just because you’re worried about an infestation?

Believe it or not, silicone sealant can help repel these pesky critters without you needing to call pest control professionals! Most people find themselves frustrated trying to eliminate pests from their homes when the weather starts warming up, but a better plan of action is to prevent them from entering your home in the first place by sealing your doors, windows, and other gaps with silicone sealant.

In this blog, we will discuss in more detail how you can use silicone sealant to keep your home pest-free - and reduce drafts in the process! - this spring.

Why Do Pests Come Out In Spring?

Spring is the season of new beginnings, and pests are no exception. As the weather warms up and days, when temperatures drop below 50 degrees, become a distant memory, pests start to emerge from their winter hiding places and begin searching for food, water, and shelter. Unfortunately, your home provides all of these things, making it an attractive target for pests.

Which Pests Come Out In Spring?

It is important to seal your home using silicone sealant before spring rolls around, since, while there are pests that come out during every season, there are uniquely damaging pests such as termites that become more active in warmer weather.

Many types of pests become more active during springtime, including:

• Ants: Ants are one of the most common pests in the spring, and they can quickly establish colonies inside or outside of your home.
• Fruit flies: Fruit flies can be found indoors and outdoors, most commonly during the spring.
• Stink bugs: Stink bugs seek shelter in the spring, making them one of the most common spring pests.
• Termites: Termites also emerge in the spring to mate and form new colonies. They can cause significant damage to the wooden structures of your home.
• Bees and wasps: Bees and wasps start to emerge in spring and begin building their nests. They can be dangerous if provoked, so it's best to keep them away from your home.
• Spiders: Spiders become more active in spring as they search for food and mates. Some species can be poisonous, so it's essential to keep them out of your home. However, other species can be beneficial!
• Mosquitoes: Mosquitoes are a common pest in spring and can be carriers of various diseases. No one likes mosquitoes!
• Rodents: Rodents, including mice and rats, can become a problem in spring as they search for food and shelter.

It's essential to take steps to prevent these pests from entering your home and causing damage. Using silicone sealant to seal entry points is an effective way to keep pests out.

How Silicone Sealant Helps with Spring Pests 

Silicone sealant is a waterproof and weather-resistant material that can be used to seal cracks and gaps in your home's exterior. By sealing these entry points as well as installing door sweeps, you can take preventative measures to prevent spring bugs from entering your home in large numbers and causing damage. Silicone sealant can also be used to seal food containers, prevent moisture buildup, and discourage pests from making a home in your yard during the spring months and year round.

To use silicone sealant as a DIY pest control method in your home and simple way to improve your home this spring, all you’ll need to do is first locate potential entry points around your home. These include gaps in windows, doors, and other gaps in your walls or floors.

Once you find the entry points, you can start to seal them off. First, grab all of your materials. Next, apply the Silicone Sealant using a quality Caulking Gun and wait for it to dry.

If you’re sealing areas of a kitchen or bathroom or other high-moisture room, you might consider using a moisture-resistant sealant like Kitchen & Bath Mildew Resistant RTV Silicone Sealant.

Silicone Sealant To Keep Spring Pests Out

Now that the weather is warming up and spring is here, you need to pest proof your home and apply some weather stripping to prevent bugs from making their way into your household. There’s no better way to seal off your home than with silicone sealant!

For all of your silicone sealant and silicone sealant accessories needs, look no further than Silicone Depot. We offer a huge catalog of silicone sealants and accessories to make your DIY pest control project a breeze!