10/27/2026
🛑 Austin Homeowners — Don’t Let Bugs Crash Your Fall 🛑
Austin’s mix of warm days, mild nights, and humid air creates the perfect environment for pests all year long. As we shift into fall, here’s what to watch for — and how to stay ahead.
🐜 Common Fall Invaders in Austin
• Ants & Fire Ants — still searching for water and food. 
• Spiders — especially those seeking shelter indoors. 
• Rodents (Mice & Rats) — they move in for warmth. 
• Cockroaches — resilient and stealthy, especially where moisture lingers. 
• Occasional Invaders (e.g. silverfish, earwigs, occasional bugs) — they sneak in through cracks. 
✅ Smart Steps to Keep Bugs Out
• Caulk and seal gaps around windows, doors, pipes, and the foundation
• Reduce humidity — fix leaky plumbing, ensure proper ventilation
• Keep food sealed, clean up crumbs, and remove standing water
• Move firewood, leaf piles, and debris away from your house
• Ask about a pre-season inspection and treatment before bugs settle in
