Pointe Pest Control

09/15/2026

Finding spiders inside doesn't necessarily mean your home is dirty. 🕷️👀

They're usually looking for shelter, food, and a quiet place to settle in, and small gaps around doors, windows, garages, and other entry points can give them an easy way inside.

Keep an eye on:
🕸️ Repeated webs in the same areas
🪟 Spiders around windows
🚪 Activity near exterior doors
📦 Dark, undisturbed storage spaces
🏠 Garages, basements, and attics

A few spiders here and there can happen, but consistent activity is worth paying attention to.

If your home is starting to feel like a spider Airbnb, it might be time to figure out why they're getting in. 😂🕷️

09/15/2026

Why Are Wasps So Mean in Late Summer?

Wasps aren't inventing a grudge against you this time of year. Late summer colonies are bigger, hungrier, and quicker to defend themselves. Learn more in today’s blog!

Summary: Wasps grow more aggressive in late summer as colonies peak in size and worker wasps shift their focus to sugary food. This guide explains why stings spike this time of year, where St. Louis homeowners are most likely to find nests, and why are wasps so mean in late summer. _________________...

09/11/2026

Tiny ant. BIG colony.

Pavement ants often build nests:

🧱 Under sidewalks
🏠 Around foundations
🪨 Beneath rocks & pavement
🌿 Near landscaping

See a trail leading toward your home?

They're probably not just out for a walk. 👀

They're looking for food, water or a way inside.

09/09/2026

That wasp flying around your patio isn't necessarily alone. 🐝👀

Late summer can mean more noticeable wasp activity around homes in Missouri and Illinois. They're often attracted to food, sugary drinks, trash and other easy food sources around outdoor spaces.

Before your next BBQ or backyard hangout, take a quick look around:

🏠 Eaves, overhangs & rooflines
🚪 Doorways and entry points
🌳 Trees and shrubs
🗑️ Around trash and recycling
🍔 Outdoor eating areas

And if you spot a nest, don't go poking around just to see how big it is. 😅

Keep your distance and consider having it professionally assessed, especially if it's near a high-traffic area.

Because the only thing that should be buzzing around your backyard is your conversation. 😉🐝

Pointe Pest Control is here to help keep your outdoor spaces more comfortable and pest-free.

09/08/2026

🍂 MISSOURI & ILLINOIS!!! DON'T LET FALL PESTS CATCH YOU OFF GUARD! 🐜🐭

As temperatures start to drop, pests begin looking for somewhere warm, protected and comfortable.

Your home doesn't need to be it. 😉

🔥 Get 50% OFF your initial General Pest Control service!

🐜 Ants
🕷️ Spiders
🪳 Roaches
🐭 Rodents

Get proactive before the seasonal pest shift.

📲 Contact Pointe Pest Control today!

09/04/2026

Before summer officially checks out, give your home a pest check! 🔎

☑️ Check foundation cracks
☑️ Inspect doors & windows
☑️ Clean up outdoor clutter
☑️ Dump standing water
☑️ Check for webs & pest activity

A few minutes now can help prevent a much bigger headache later.

Don't let pests make your home their fall destination. 🐜🚫

09/02/2026

September may feel like the beginning of fall, but pests in Missouri and Illinois aren't exactly ready to slow down. 🍂🐜

Here's what's on the radar:

🐜 Ants — still active while temperatures stay warm.
🕷️ Spiders — more noticeable as they take advantage of abundant insect activity.
🐭 Rodents — beginning to look for reliable food and shelter before colder weather arrives.
🐞 Stink bugs — adults start looking for protected places to spend the winter, including homes and buildings.

September is a great time to look around your property, seal potential entry points and address activity before fall really sets in.

The goal? Get ahead of the pests instead of meeting them at the front door. 😅🏠

Pointe Pest Control is here to help keep your Missouri and Illinois home protected through the seasonal change.

08/28/2026

Think a mouse can't fit through that little opening?

Think again. 😳

A house mouse can squeeze through an opening about the size of a dime, making even the smallest gaps around your home a potential entry point.

Take a look around your home for:
🔍 Gaps under doors
🔌 Utility line openings
🧱 Foundation cracks
🚪 Garage door gaps
🪟 Damaged weather stripping

Sometimes the smallest openings create the biggest pest problems. Sealing them now can help keep rodents where they belong: outside.

08/27/2026

The best pest problem is the one you never have to deal with. 🏡🐜

Across Missouri and Illinois, seasonal changes can bring ants, spiders, rodents, mosquitoes, and other pests closer to your home.

A few preventative steps can make a big difference:

🚪 Seal cracks and gaps around your home.
🌿 Keep plants and vegetation trimmed away from the structure.
💧 Fix leaks and eliminate standing water.
📦 Keep clutter and cardboard away from walls and foundations.
🛡️ Stay consistent with routine pest control.

Why wait until you're finding pests in the kitchen, basement, or garage?

Prevention helps keep pests outside where they belong, instead of waiting for them to become unwanted roommates. 😂🐜

08/26/2026

How Carpenter Ants Work So Quickly: Every Ant Has a Job

How can carpenter ants accomplish so much so quickly? The secret is teamwork, with different ants handling different colony jobs. Learn more in today’s blog!

Summary: This article explains how carpenter ants divide responsibilities within a colony, including reproduction, foraging, nest excavation, communication, and colony maintenance. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________...