Simple, Easy Preventative Pest Control Tips
If preventative measures do not stop vermin from moving in, contact a professional pest control company for assistance.
Pest control is one of the many unavoidable responsibilities homeowners have. Depending on the location, various kinds of pests could infest a home, and residents need to control them and prevent them from coming inside. Therefore, learning how to deal with pests is essential to avoid costly infestation damage and know when to call for professional help
If a homeowner has not experienced being infested or bothered by pests, they should not wait until they see the signs before they act. Remember that in any situation, prevention always goes a long way. So rather than spend a lot of money on getting rid of the pests or treating and controlling the pest problem, perform some basic prevention to ensure no pests will ever consider entering the home.
What to do to make a home unwelcoming to pests
Do not ignore plumbing leaks. Some pests like their environment moist, so make repairs at the first sign of a leak, whether it’s the faucet or the pipes beneath the sink. Regular inspection will help the resident ensure no leaks that would cause moisture buildup.
Keep the kitchen, dining area, and pantry clean. Do not let crumbs and bits of food lay around on countertops, cabinets, and tables. One of the primary reasons pests infest a home is they are looking for food. Clean counters, pantries, and floors minimize their food access.
Seal all possible entry points. Look for openings and cracks outside the house and holes and splits in the pipes and cables
Trim trees and shrubs. In keeping the foliage away from the home’s exterior, pests cannot use these shrubs and other plants as a bridge to enter the building.
Inspect the roof. Inspecting the roof and underlayment is another preventative step. Insects and rodents like moist areas, and a leak in the roof might inadvertently create the perfect habitat. Homeowners who take proactive steps to resolve roof damage minimize the chance that pests will want to move in.
Use sealable trash cans. When the trash is stored in sealed containers, critters have a harder time accessing the discarded food. An additional step is to dispose of trash regularly so that the smell does not attract pests.
Is professional pest control necessary?
Some damage pests can cause in a home include the destruction of furniture and the house itself and food contamination that causes health problems. If there are signs of a pest infestation, it is best to call on a reliable pest control professional.
These professionals will determine the type of pests present. With that information, they can explain the damage the pests can do, the risks of having them in the home, and the best treatments to remove them.
A professional pest control technician will resolve the problem and take measures to prevent them from returning.
What to look for in a professional
Look for a contractor from the members of the national, state, and local pest management associations.
Only hire licensed contractors. Ask the pest management professional for a copy of the necessary licenses and certifications required in the city and state.
Ask for referrals from friends, colleagues, and neighbors.
Confirm whether or not the pest management company has insurance for any inevitable damage or accident while treating and solving a pest problem.
Find out if the company offers guarantees, what it includes, and how long it will last. Remember that a company offering guarantees will most likely do the job right the first time.
If preventative measures do not stop vermin from moving in, contact a professional pest control company for assistance.
Kinder Safe Pest Solutions offers 17 years of experience in commercial and residential pest control serving Manatee and Sarasota counties. Call (941)254-2180 today!