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December 15, 2025
The holidays are all about warmth, family, and celebration—but for pests, it’s also the perfect time to sneak indoors for food and shelter. Nothing spoils a cozy gathering faster than spotting a mouse in the kitchen or ants near the dessert table! Before your guests arrive, take a moment to check for these five common holiday pest invaders—and learn how to keep them out for good.
Cold weather drives mice indoors, where they look for crumbs, warmth, and hiding spots. You might find them in storage boxes, behind appliances, or near the pantry.
Stop them: Seal small openings around doors, vents, and pipes. Store food (including pet food) in airtight containers and set traps in quiet corners if needed.
Holiday baking and extra treats can easily attract ants. Even a few sugar granules on the counter can invite an entire trail.
Stop them: Wipe surfaces right after cooking, take out the trash regularly, and keep sweet ingredients sealed tight.
When you bring down decorations from the attic or garage, you might also bring in a few unwanted eight-legged travelers.
Stop them: Shake out holiday boxes outdoors before unpacking and vacuum corners or storage areas where cobwebs form.
Roaches thrive in warm, moist environments like kitchens and basements—especially when holiday cooking heats up the house.
Stop them: Fix leaky pipes, clean under appliances, and don’t leave dirty dishes out overnight.
These pests often hide in stored fabrics, old wrapping paper, and cardboard boxes.
Stop them: Switch to plastic storage bins, keep decorations clean and dry, and avoid stacking boxes directly on the floor.
Before your guests ring the doorbell, make sure the only visitors inside are the ones you invited! If you notice any signs of infestation—or want peace of mind before the celebrations begin—call Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services.
We’ll make sure your home stays comfortable, clean, and pest-free all season long—so you can focus on what really matters: enjoying the holidays.