Aren’t you tired of seeing little critters run around your home? Perhaps you already engage the services of an exterminator, but the treatments don’t work. You’d probably like to handle the problem on your own before calling for professional help. The following tips will help you deal with your pest problem on your own.
To eliminate pest problems indoors, vacuum every rug in your home. This will get rid of anything that you don’t see that may be contributing to the problem. You should get rid of the vacuum bag.
Do you see fruit flies returning after ridding your home of them? Your drain may be the issue. Tape a piece of plastic wrap over drains for a couple of days, and see if these pesky little flies pop up. Next, you may want to use boiling water to get rid of these pests by pouring it into the drain. This will stop the breeding of the fruit flies.
If you have been the victim of a recent bedbug infestation and have taken steps to eradicate them, be vigilant. Bedbugs are able to get as long as a year without food. So it is important to close all points of entry. They cannot hide there then.
Have an ant infestation? Combat it with a mixture of borax and sugar. Borax in the sugar will kill the ants. To create the mixture, get a jar the size of a quart and mix one cup borax and one of sugar. Poke holes in the top, and sprinkle it around baseboards and inside cabinets.
Thoroughly Inspect
Make sure that your thoroughly inspect your home for standing water that might not be obvious. Standing water is a huge attraction for pests. Therefore, you need to thoroughly inspect your plumbing to ensure that there are no leaky pipes. Do not neglect to clean your house plant trays. All pests require water to be able to survive in your home.
Don’t leave leaks in the water system unattended. Humidity attracts pest. They can end up finding water in the most obscure places. Don’t bring on a pest invasion by your inaction. Use a little elbow grease to stop the leak, or call in a professional plumber who can do the job for you.
Mint is a great deterrent for keeping mice away. Plant mint outside around your home’s foundation. These plants will repel mice. If mice are already a problem, you may want to place mint leaves in the areas that are affected. Mint leaves effectively repel mice if they are fresh.
You should feel more empowered. Take action once you have identified the kind of pest you are dealing with. This is stuff you have the ability to tackle. Use these tips to get rid of bugs for good. You don’t have to deal with them any longer.