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09/03/2026

Pests don't wait for the calendar to officially say "fall" before they start making plans. Many begin searching for food, shelter, and protected spaces well in advance. Getting ahead of that activity now can help prevent problems later.

09/01/2026

Termites are often called silent destroyers because they spend most of their time hidden from view. By the time visible damage appears, they've often been active for months or even years. That's why routine inspections play such an important role.

08/27/2026

Most homeowners don't need to see dozens of pests before they decide they've had enough. One spider in the wrong place or one unexpected pest sighting is often all it takes. A comfortable home is one where those surprises become much less common.

08/25/2026

The most expensive termite damage is usually the damage nobody knew was happening. Termites work quietly behind walls, beneath floors, and inside structural wood long before visible signs appear. That's what makes prevention so valuable.

08/20/2026

Garages and patios often attract insects because of lighting, shelter, and easy access to the outdoors. Where insects gather, spiders usually follow. If you're seeing more spiders than usual, they're often responding to increased prey activity nearby.

08/18/2026

Nobody minds spiders nearly as much when they're outside. The problem starts when they're claiming garage corners, patio furniture, and the ceiling above your head. That's when they stop being wildlife and start becoming roommates.

08/13/2026

Back-to-school season means busier mornings, packed lunches, and changing routines. It's also a time when food gets moved around the house a little more often than usual. A little prevention now can help ensure ants don't become part of the new schedule.

08/11/2026

Many pests slow down during long stretches of cold weather. Ants in San Diego County don't have that problem. The mild climate allows colonies to stay active and continue searching for food and water through much of the year.

08/06/2026

Spiders get blamed for a lot, but they're usually responding to what's already happening around them. If insects are gathering around lights, landscaping, or entry points, spiders will happily show up for the free meal. In many cases, they're following the food.

08/05/2026

A fourth human case of West Nile virus has now been reported in San Diego County, making mosquito prevention an important conversation for local homeowners.

What do we suggest? Take five minutes for a quick “water walk” around your property. Empty plant saucers, buckets, toys, birdbaths, clogged gutters, and anything else collecting standing water where mosquitoes can breed.

As a local San Diego County pest control company, Kennedy Pest Control is sharing this update to help our neighbors stay informed and make their properties less inviting to mosquitoes. Read the full County of San Diego article linked below for the latest West Nile virus information and mosquito safety recommendations.

Noticing increased mosquito activity around your home? Contact Kennedy Pest Control to learn more about professional mosquito control and pest prevention in San Diego County.

A fourth County resident has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV), prompting County public health officials to urge steps to prevent mosquito bites and drain standing water.