There is no one-size-fits-all solution to controlling pests. This means you would need to gain as much knowledge on pest control as possible in order to discover the right solution for your situation. The article below contains the information you need to know.
Fruit Flies
Do you have a recurring issue with fruit flies? You may find that they are residing within your drains. To see if your drains are breeding grounds for fruit flies simply place plastic wrap over your drain. After a few days, check to see if your drains have fruit flies. If you see some, the next step is to pour boiling water down it and scrub the drain thoroughly. This should prevent them from breeding in there.
Consider using a perimeter spray outside your home to keep bugs at bay. Spray around the foundation, porches, steps and anything near a door or a window. While you’re doing this, look for crevices and crack that could allow pests entry to your home. Use a caulk or sealer to plug these small areas off.
People that are experiencing trouble with pests that fly need to fix up every screen where they live. Screens not only protect your home from flying insects, they also help keep crawling insects from infiltrating your home. Holes that are in your screens are an open invitation to let bugs into your home.
Is your home infested with ants? There are many home remedies, but one effective one is mixing sugar with borax. While the smell of sugar will attract them, the borax will kill them. Get a jar, and mix borax and sugar in equal quantities. Poke holes through the lid and then sprinkle the mixture around the foundation of your home and along baseboards.
Now that you have a bit of information, it should be much easier to make headway against the critters invading your home. The tips you’ve just read will lessen the difficulty of ridding your home of pests. As soon as you get rid of the pests, you will be pleased with the results.