Pets problems in the home and/or office can be annoying, and hazardous to one’s health. Although ridding your home of pests is not easy, it is something that you must do. Follow the pest control tips outlined below and your day will not be ruined by pests anymore.
Never buy a home without a thorough pest inspection first. Certain kinds of infestation are obvious, but remember that you will not really know what type of pest problems you will have until you live in the house for a little while.
People that struggle with flying bugs must repair the screens inside their homes. Screens on your doors and windows can not only prevent flying insects from coming in your home, they can also help prevent other crawling insects from coming in, too. Repair any holes to prevent unwanted house guests.
Keep water from pooling and standing stagnant around your home. Pests love standing water because it is a drinking source and also a breeding ground for certain insects. Fix leaky pipes and check the water trays under any houseplants. All pests require water to be able to survive in your home.
When you plant bushes around your house, be sure to leave 12 inches of clearance. Insects like to live in bushes. By putting brushes too close to windows or other openings where bugs can enter, you have a good chance of bugs coming in.
Outdoor Lighting
That same outdoor lighting you use to keep intruders away at night, or light the path for your guests, may also be attracting pests. If you do prefer to have outdoor lighting running all night, pick colors that attract fewer insects, like orange, pink or yellow.
Be sure to examine your plumbing carefully if you are having pest problems. Unclog sinks or drains that are backed up. Cockroaches and flies love the stuff that builds up in the sinks and drains. After you clear them, check regularly for clogs.
Make sure that you do not incorporate rat poison in your pest control regimen if you have a dog or cat. If pets touch dead or sick rodents, they will be exposed to poison as well. You don’t want to have these types of traps when children are around either. Children can easily confuse the pellet shaped poisons as candy.
The introduction stressed that a pest problem is not only an annoyance but can also endanger your health. So, it’s an issue that must be dealt with right away. Locate and get rid of the pests using the advice you’ve read.