Pointe Pest Control

06/17/2026

Most homeowners know pests are attracted to food...

But some of the biggest attractants aren't what you'd expect. 👀🏠

Here are 5 common pest attractants hiding in plain sight:

🐶 Pet food left out overnight
💧 Small plumbing leaks and excess moisture
📦 Cardboard boxes used for storage
🍎 Overripe fruit on countertops
🪵 Firewood stacked against the home

These everyday items can attract a variety of pests, including:

🐜 Ants
🪳 Roaches
🐭 Rodents
🕷️ Spiders (following other insects)

The good news? Many pest issues can be reduced by identifying and eliminating the conditions that attract them in the first place.

Sometimes it's not the pests causing the problem...

It's what they're finding. 😅

Pointe Pest Control is here to keep your home safe.

06/16/2026

Garage door cracked open?

Rodents said: “Perfect” 😅🐭

Garages are one of the most common ways pests sneak indoors thanks to:

🚪 Small gaps
📦 Storage clutter
🏚️ Shelter opportunities

Unfortunately… they love free entry 😬

06/12/2026

How to Prevent Pests at Baseball Games: Tips for a More Comfortable Day at the Ballpark

Heading to the ballpark? Learn how to prevent pests at baseball games and avoid common insect annoyances in today’s blog.

Summary: This article explains how to prevent pests at baseball games, the common insects found around stadiums, and practical steps fans can take to avoid bites and pest encounters. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________...

06/12/2026

Wasps really have a favorite real estate list 😅🐝

Top summer hangout spots:
🏚️ Eaves
☀️ Decks
🛠️ Sheds

Basically anywhere quiet and protected becomes prime nesting space 👀

06/11/2026

Nothing says summer in Illinois and Missouri like baseball season ⚾☀️

Whether you're cheering from the stands, watching a youth tournament, or spending the day at the ballpark, pests love summer game days too.

To help avoid unwanted visitors:

🦟 Use insect repellent, especially for evening games
🥤 Clean up food and drink spills
🍿 Keep snacks covered when possible
🌿 Be mindful of grassy areas where ticks may be present
🗑️ Dispose of trash promptly

Summer pests are attracted to the same things that bring people outside:

☀️ Warm weather
🍔 Food
💧 Drinks
🌳 Outdoor gathering spaces

A little preparation can help keep your focus on home runs, not mosquitoes. 😎⚾

Who's your team's biggest rival? 👇

06/10/2026

Saw one bug and hoping for the best? 👀😅

Summer in IL & MO brings peak pest activity.... and when it comes to pests, waiting usually makes things worse 🐜🏡

💥 For a limited time: Get 50% OFF your initial GPC service! 💥

Let Pointe Pest Control help protect your home before pests settle in this season ☀️

📲 Reach out today to get started!

06/05/2026

Ever seen little mud-looking lines around your home? 👀

That could be a termite warning sign 😳🪵

Termites build mud tubes to travel while staying protected from heat and dry air.

Tiny tunnels.
Big homeowner anxiety 😅

06/04/2026

POV: You thought you bought a house for your family...

But Missouri pests thought it came with roommates 😅🏠

🐜 Ants want the kitchen.
🪳 Roaches want the moisture.
🐭 Rodents want the shelter.
🕷️ Spiders want the bugs.

And the worst part?

They're all trying to move in rent-free 😂

As temperatures rise throughout Illinois and Missouri, pests begin searching for:

💧 Water
❄️ Cooler environments
🏠 Shelter from the summer heat

Which makes homes incredibly attractive during the summer months.

The good news? You don't have to be a landlord for unwanted guests. 😎

Pointe Pest Control.

06/01/2026

Your dog after a walk:

🐶 “Had fun!”

Meanwhile…

Ticks: “Thanks for the ride” 😅

Dogs can accidentally bring ticks inside after walks, hikes, or backyard time 🌿👀

Post-walk tick checks = always a good idea.

05/29/2026

Dense vegetation can act like a natural shelter for pests 🌿🐜

Overgrown shrubs, thick ground cover, and untrimmed plants create cool, shaded, and humid areas where insects and rodents can hide, nest, and travel undisturbed 👀

It also keeps them closer to structures, making it easier for pests to eventually move from the yard into the home 🏠😅

So while it might look harmless, dense vegetation often provides the perfect “buffer zone” for pest activity to build up 🚨🌱