Why Mosquitoes & Rodents Will Be a Major Fall Problem in Austin, Houston, New Braunfels & Temple

An unusually warm fall means mosquitoes and rodents are sticking around in Central and South Texas. Learn how Austin, Houston, New Braunfels, and Temple homeowners and businesses can stay protected this season.

Illustration showing the “South Central” U.S. region — Mississippi, Tennessee, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas — highlighted on a map. Text explains that an unseasonably warm fall will keep mosquitoes active longer and push more rodents indoors in search of food and shelter. Icons depict a mosquito and a mouse labeled “MOSQUITOES” and “RODENTS.”

Mosquitoes Are Sticking Around in Texas

With daytime temperatures still hovering in the 80s and 90s, mosquito activity in cities like Austin and Houston isn’t winding down anytime soon. Stagnant water from summer rains and irrigation systems keeps breeding zones active—meaning more bites and higher risk of disease transmission like West Nile and Zika.

Rodents Are Headed Indoors

When colder temperatures finally arrive in Central Texas, expect rats and mice to invade homes and businesses in Temple and New Braunfels. These rodents aren’t just annoying—they can chew through wires, contaminate food, and damage insulation or HVAC systems.

What Texas Homeowners & Businesses Should Do

✅ Mosquito Prevention Tips

  • Empty and scrub containers holding water (buckets, planters, gutters).
  • Keep grass and vegetation trimmed to reduce hiding spots.
  • Consider professional mosquito barrier treatments.
  • Use repellent during peak hours: early morning and dusk.

✅ Rodent Prevention Tips

  • Seal entry points around foundations, vents, and roof lines.
  • Store food in airtight containers—including pet food and bird seed.
  • Declutter garages, sheds, and storage rooms where rodents can nest.
  • Schedule an inspection if you see droppings, hear noises, or notice chew marks.

For Businesses in the Medical, Warehousing, and Tech Sectors

If you manage a medical facility, warehouse, or tech campus in Austin, Houston, or Temple, pest prevention isn’t optional—it’s operational risk management. The Bug Master offers custom commercial pest control plans that prevent infestation before it starts, keeping your business compliant and pest-free.

Don’t Wait—Get Ahead of Pest Season

Fall may feel mild, but that doesn’t mean pest pressure is going away. In fact, it’s intensifying. Schedule an inspection with The Bug Master and protect your home or business in Austin, Houston, New Braunfels, or Temple from the two most persistent pests of the season: mosquitoes and rodents.

For full pest predictions across the U.S., check out the Fall & Winter 2025 Bug Barometer by the National Pest Management Association.

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