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What a buzzkill.<\/p>\n
Pests are bugging cities nationwide as spring swarm season begins, and Yelp has revealed which US cities are buzzing with the most pest activity.<\/p>\n
As temperatures rise and flowers start to bloom, bees, wasps and mosquitos are becoming more active. Pest control demand is rising nationwide, with Yelp searches up 34% yaer-over-year.<\/p>\n
\u201cSpring is when pest activity really ramps up, and the best defense is getting ahead of it before a small issue becomes a big expense,\u201d Tara Lewis, Yelp\u2019s trend expert and vice president of community expansion, said in a statement.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhether you\u2019re spotting a swarm in the yard or trying to keep mosquitoes from taking over your outdoor space, Yelp can help connect you with trusted local pros to pest-proof your home for the season.\u201d<\/p>\n
To help residents get ahead of a louse-y situation, Yelp released their 2026 Infestation Index<\/a>, highlighting the top 20 cities looking for pest control services this season and the outdoor bugs that are creating the demand.<\/p>\n