As February brings the "Hunger Gap" to Central Ohio, rodent pressure hits a maximum level 10. While outdoor food sources vanish, pests target the warmth and safety of your home. Our February 2026 Bug Barometer breaks down local activity in New Albany, Westerville, and the Columbus Metro. Discover how our 3.S Protection Strategy—Smarter data, Safer protocols, and Stronger exclusion—neutralizes infestations at the source to keep your sanctuary secure through the spring.

As winter settles over New Albany and Westerville, pests don’t disappear—they migrate. Rodents seek "thermal sanctuaries," exploiting heat plumes to enter your home. These "Invisible Invaders" pose immediate threats to structural integrity and safety. Discover how Home Guard IPM uses technical mastery and the 3.S Protection Strategy to move your property from a vulnerable sanctuary to a fortified fortress. Protect your home from the silent threat of winter migration.

In Central Ohio, the drop in temperature does not signify a cessation of pest activity; it triggers a sophisticated migration. As the ground freezes, pests seek the 'thermal envelope' of your home, transitioning from outdoor nuisances to 'Invisible Invaders' that utilize wall voids, attics, and crawlspaces as thermal sanctuaries. Understanding these hidden migration patterns through the 3.S Protection Strategy is the first step in moving beyond reactive treatments and establi