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The transition from spring to summer in Central Ohio marks a shift from pest emergence to peak biological pressure. As temperatures rise in New Albany and Westerville, Home Guard IPM adapts the 3.S Protection Strategy to handle increased colony growth and resource-seeking behavior. This transition post bridges the Spring Awakening and Summer Sanctuary hubs, emphasizing the need for UV-stable barriers and mechanical hardening to protect the structural envelope against high-den

Welcome to the unofficial start of spider season in Central Ohio. If you feel like you're walking through a new spider web every time you step out the door, you're not imagining things. Late July is when spiders reach maturity, building larger, more visible webs on our porches, decks, and doorways. This guide explains why it's happening now and what your action plan should be for effective spider control.