It is not healthy to have pests around the house. Getting rid of these pests can be expensive and costly. Use the pest control ideas that follow, and you will win the war.
Have a problem with bees, wasps, or hornets in your home? If so, then try spraying them with hairspray. Hairspray is composed of chemicals that are very effective insect killers. Also, the smell of the chemicals will repel insects, as well.
Look into local regulations or ordinances when deciding on methods and chemicals to consider using for pest control. Sometimes, the use of a locally banned substance can end up hurting you if you end up selling your home later. While this is rare, it might cause you to find other avenues of controlling your pests.
Use an outside perimeter spray to prevent indoor insects. Spray areas around your house, like the windows and doors, steps and the foundation. Watch for cracks as you spray. Seal these areas with caulk or another appropriate filler.
Inspect your home for standing water which may be in hidden areas. Standing water is something that pests are highly attracted to. Do a thorough job of checking your pipes for leaks, and remember to empty the trays from beneath your house plants. Pests require water to thrive, so getting rid of it will make it that much harder for pests to live in your home.
Be sure to rinse containers thoroughly before you add them to your recycle bin. Specifically watch out for soda cans, as the sugars in sodas attract many different pests. Get the soda pop completely out of the can. Then you can store it in your home or garage without worrying about it attracting pests.
Outdoor Lighting
As a security measure or a way to make the most of your yard, outdoor lighting is an excellent thing. Unfortunately, it also attracts lots of night insects. Use light bulbs that emit a tint of orange, pink or yellow for outdoor lighting because bugs are not attracted to them.
Mice have been know to infest campers, RVs and cars that are being stored for the winter. Try natural products to repel these pests first. There are many effective varieties to choose from. When you get small bags filled with the repellents, they are pleasant smelling and will not poison. They are going to just stop mice from getting into your camper or RV.
Although having your home overrun by pests is very annoying, it can interfere with you and your family’s health if the problem gets too out of hand. Because of this, you should address and eliminate this problem as soon as you can. The information you just read is what you need to get started on your search and destroy mission to eliminate the pests in your home.