Keeping Your Memorial Day Weekend Pest-Free in Jacksonville
May 21, 2025
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, many of us are planning backyard barbecues, family gatherings, and a little well-deserved relaxation. At Lindsey Pest Services, we’re proud to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for our country—and we’re here to help make sure your celebrations stay focused on food, family, and freedom, not mosquitoes, ants, or wasps.
Watch Out for These Pests During Your Memorial Day Weekend
While you’re prepping your grill and setting out the patio chairs, pests are gearing up for the same party. Here's who you might run into this time of year in the Jacksonville area:
Mosquitoes
The combination of humidity, warm temperatures, and recent rain makes Memorial Day weekend prime time for mosquitoes in Jacksonville. These tiny biters thrive in standing water and love to join the party at dusk. Not only are their bites itchy and annoying—they can also transmit diseases like West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE).
How we help:
Our mosquito control services include barrier treatments that target adult mosquitoes where they rest during the day and reduce populations around your yard all year long.
Fire Ants
If your cookout includes time on the lawn or a backyard picnic, keep an eye on the ground—fire ants are known for their painful, rapid-fire stings and aggressive behavior. One wrong step into a mound can lead to a swarm of trouble.
How we help:
Lindsey Pest Services’ Best Plan includes professional-grade fire ant treatments that go beyond surface control to target the colony deep underground.
Wasps and Yellow Jackets
Wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets become increasingly active this time of year, especially when sugary drinks and grilled meats are involved. They tend to build nests under eaves, in shrubs, and near outdoor play equipment—often in places you don’t notice until they’re too close for comfort.
How we help:
When you sign up for any of our home pest control plans, we’ll knock down stinging insects nests every time we service your property. Our preventative services stop future nesting in high-risk areas. Our technicians know where these pests like to hide and how to treat the problem without disrupting your plans.
Tips to Help Keep Pests Away
Want to keep the bugs away while you fire up the grill this Memorial Day weekend? Here are a few simple steps that can make a big difference:
- Dump standing water to reduce mosquito breeding grounds.
- Keep food and drinks covered during outdoor meals.
- Dispose of trash promptly in sealed bins.
- Mow the lawn and trim back overgrown plants that attract pests.
- Check for wasp nests under eaves or furniture before guests arrive.
- Ask us about a pre-holiday treatment before your guests arrive!
We’ve Got Your Back—Before, During, and After the Holiday
At Lindsey Pest Services, we know Florida pests don’t take holidays off. That’s why we offer flexible scheduling, customized service plans, and same-day or next-day appointments when available. Whether you need a one-time mosquito treatment before the big weekend or year-round protection, we’re ready to help you enjoy your home—inside and out—without the bugs.
We’re a local, woman-owned pest control company that understands the pest pressures unique to the Jacksonville area, from summer swarms to year-round invaders. When you call us, you get friendly service, expert technicians, and proven results backed by decades of experience.
Have a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend!
