Top 10 Buggiest Cities 2023

Top 10 Buggiest Cities 2023

Our recent study found that the biggest pest challenges homeowners anticipate for 2023 include mosquitoes (46%) and ticks (38%), among others. As such, 68% of respondents intend to invest in outdoor pest control this year, which will be particularly important as the weather starts to warm and pests reemerge.

We also released our annual list of cities most impacted by outdoor pests. In a meta-study, compiled from data gathered from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022, we ranked the top metropolitan areas most impacted by mosquitoes, fleas, and ticks:

  1. Los Angeles, CA

  2. Houston, TX

  3. Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

  4. Atlanta, GA

  5. Tampa-St. Petersburg-Sarasota, FL

  6. Detroit, MI

  7. Cleveland-Akron, OH

  8. Orlando-Daytona Beach-Melbourne, FL

  9. Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN

  10. Pittsburgh, PA

  11. St. Louis, MO

  12. Indianapolis, IN

  13. Nashville, TN

  14. Raleigh-Durham, NC

  15. Charlotte, NC

  16. Columbus, OH

  17. Grand Rapids-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek, MI

  18. Greenville-Spartanburg-Asheville, NC

  19. San Antonio, TX

  20. Portland, OR

"This year, we have observed shifts in weather and temperature as they stray from traditional patterns, bringing a number of storms and other inclement weather, with predictions indicating a wet spring season ahead," said Brian Feldman, a senior director of technical operations. "This could potentially mean a buggier spring and summer for us all. Mosquitoes and ticks in particular thrive in warm, damp environments, so it is critical that people get ahead of their pest control this year, especially if they live in one of the top 20 metropolitan areas listed."

Proactive Pest Control Measures

The above-mentioned tactics may be helpful in keeping ants and other pests at bay, but they’re not foolproof. Consistent pest control measures are essential for protecting your home and outdoor spaces from unwanted visitors. Help shield your home from ants, mosquitoes, ticks, and other pests with effective perimeter pest control strategies. Regular treatments, especially during peak seasons, will ensure that your home and outdoor areas remain pest-free year-round.

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