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.

Concrete is porous, and Central Ohio’s heavy clay soils create a hydrostatic pressure gradient that forces moisture—and pests—directly into your foundation. Move beyond the "spray and pray" methodology with a scientifically calibrated Exterior Pest Barrier. This deep dive explores the physics of Darcy’s Law, the chemistry of Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC), and the "Trojan Horse" effect of non-repellent liquid defenses to fortify your home’s structural envelope this spring.

As the Ohio freeze thaws, New Albany and Westerville homes face a "Biological Awakening." This technical guide explores the 3.S Protection Strategy to counter pests transitioning from winter diapause to spring recolonization. Learn how moisture gradients and metabolic resets drive ants, termites, and predators toward your home’s structural envelope. Transition from reactive treatments to proactive fortification with Home Guard IPM’s intelligence-driven framework.

In the Central Ohio ecosystem, the first sign of spring is often a solitary ant on a countertop—the arrival of the Foraging Vanguard. To secure your home, you must understand how these scouts operate and why traditional sprays often fail. This technical guide explores the biology of Odorous House and Carpenter Ants, the impact of Vapor Pressure Deficit on pheromone trails, and how the 3.S Protection Strategy—Smarter, Safer, Stronger—neutralizes infestations at the source.

In Central Ohio, species like the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug and Asian Lady Beetle utilize local architecture as a high-security sanctuary to survive the freeze. This phenomenon, known as "Fake Spring," occurs when your home's warmth tricks these dormant insects into emerging in your living spaces mid-winter. Discover the physiological mechanics behind these "Invisible Invaders" and how our precision-led 3.S Protection Strategy secures your sanctuary’s structural envelope.