We're seeing more Tampa Bay homeowners seeking help with stinging insects: inquiries are up 350% over the past two weeks. With summer outdoor activities bringing people onto patios and into yards, this is a useful time to pay attention to insect activity around shared spaces. The practical first step is to give suspected nests space rather than attempt treatment before identification.
From a comfortable distance, look for repeated insect traffic to the same spot or a visible nest near an area you regularly use. Note the location so you can describe it to a professional without approaching. An insect passing through the yard is different from repeated activity at one location.
Keep outdoor food and drink containers covered, close trash lids securely, and clear away leftovers after outdoor meals. Avoid disturbing a suspected nest while trimming plants or moving outdoor furniture. Don't climb up to inspect one or block an opening where insects are coming and going.
We're also seeing increased interest in help with bed bugs, ants, and wood destroying insects. Those concerns deserve separate identification rather than assuming one treatment fits every pest.
If activity keeps returning near a doorway, walkway, or gathering area, Anti-Pesto Bug Killers can help assess the next step. Learn about our [home pest control services](https://www.antipesto.com/home-pest-control) to arrange an inspection.
