Everyday Habits Could Be Inviting Pests Inside!

At LONESTAR Pest Solutions, we believe protecting your environment starts with teamwork, you and us working together.Texas weather keeps pests active year-round, and small oversights can quickly turn into big problems.

The key to prevention? Consistent sanitation, early awareness, and a trusted partner who’s got your back.

Here are a few helpful hits to keep your home healthy, pest-free, and comfortable all year long.

1. Food Left Behind — Even Crumbs Count

Did you know that one tiny crumb can feed an entire ant trail? Roaches, ants, and rodents are constantly looking for reliable food sources.

Helpful Hits:

Wipe down counters and sweep regularly, even under appliances.
Keep cereal, snacks, and pet food in sealed containers.
Empty trash often and rinse bins to remove residue.

Team Tip: Breaking pests’ “food routine” is the first step to stopping them from coming back.

2. Moisture and Leaks — The Hidden Invitation

Leaky faucets and damp spots are magnets for roaches, silverfish, and even scorpions looking for moisture or prey.

Helpful Hits:

Fix leaks promptly and check under sinks often.
Keep water heaters and A/C areas dry and clutter-free.
Empty planters, buckets, and birdbaths after rain.

Team Tip: If you see pests near water, it’s a sign they’ve found a resource, time to cut it off and call LONESTAR for a moisture-area inspection.

3. Yard Clutter and Overgrowth — Your First Defense Line

Tall grass, piles of leaves, and cluttered storage create perfect hideouts for crickets, rodents, and even snakes.

Helpful Hits:

Trim shrubs and mow regularly.
Store firewood and debris away from the house.
Clear gutters and downspouts to prevent nesting.

Team Tip: A tidy yard is more than curb appeal, it’s pest prevention in action!

4. Tiny Gaps = Big Invitations

A mouse can squeeze through a hole the size of a dime! Entry points are how most infestations begin.

Helpful Hits:

Seal cracks around windows, doors, and utility lines.
Replace worn weatherstripping and door sweeps.
Repair torn screens before they become highways for bugs.

Team Tip: During your LONESTAR inspection, our technicians always check common pest entry zones, because closing doors keeps problems out.

5. Lights That Attract Bugs

Bright white bulbs near doorways draw moths, beetles, and mosquitoes straight to your entry points.

Helpful Hits:

Use warm LED or yellow “bug” lights outdoors.
Keep lights a few feet away from doors.
Turn off porch lights when not in use.

6. Skipping Routine Pest Maintenance

Even spotless homes in Texas need regular protection. Seasonal shifts bring waves of activity, ants after rain, crickets in fall, mosquitoes every spring.

Helpful Hits:

Schedule quarterly inspections with LONESTAR Pest Solutions.
Report small issues early, before they grow.
Treat pest prevention like lawn care: consistent and proactive.

The LONESTAR Partnership: Prevention + Peace of Mind

We don’t just spray and leave a slip at the door, we make an impact.
Our technicians are your partners in prevention, helping you spot concerns before they get out of hand. We listen, inspect, and tailor every plan around your home, your comfort, and your family’s safety.

When you choose LONESTAR, you choose:

A team that protects your environment like it’s our own.
Expertise that looks beyond the surface to solve root causes.
A proactive approach that keeps pests from coming back.

Because a pest-free home starts with awareness, teamwork, and LONESTAR Pest Solutions on your side.Ready to protect your environment?

Call LONESTAR Pest Solutions today, the Pest Management Company that works with you, not just for you.

What Homeowners Say

Great customer service with Team Theresa at the front desk & Cameron, my technician. They are a joy to work with. Theresa consistently like clock work schedules my appointments quarterly & timely. Cameron has done an incredible job going above & beyond maintaining my grandson’s sandbox outside – ant free! It is a such a relief. Never mind his meticulously attention to detail inside my home is much appreciated. Both Theresa & Cameron are a valuable asset to Lone Star Pest. Call them!

— Susie Gold

Lonestar does our quarterly pest control and we had to call for re-spray of our kitchen due to these 100 plus degree temperature days. They sent Eddie over right away and he was so helpful telling me to pick up dog food every day, plug drains daily, use vinegar solution for drains, and make sure they always spray an area of the custom cabinets that has a gap between the cabinets and wall. He was the best! Really educated me and was so patient and even funny as I stared wide eyed over his knowledge of all things cockroaches.

— Carolyn Wafford

Have used Lonestar for years for normal treatments inside and outside, but just recently used them for mosquito control prior to an outdoor graduation pool party. EXCELLENT RESULTS AND PHENOMENAL SERVICE! We had them do a general area fogging and then leave-behind portable remote controlled area “mister” — we haven’t seen a mosquito in two weeks!

— John Seamon

We have used Richard’s team for years. Recently we learned our neighbor’s had termites. We contacted Lone Star to learn about our options. The solution provided was better than solutions our neighbors suggested. In fact, we learned of several pitfalls that our neighbors might encounter (beyond higher cost over the long term).

— Timothy Smith