Pests are a common problem for many property owners and can cause great havoc when not detected early. They include a wide variety of insects and rodents like mice and can enter your home anywhere there are gaps, including windows, doors, chimneys, roofs, foundations and wall crevices. Sometimes they are brought into the house through potted plants or firewood.
Signs of Pests in the Home
Detecting pests and accurate identification is the first step to control them effectively. Pests are perfect at hiding and will only come out when they feel safe. This makes it difficult to detect them early. However, here are a few pointers to pest infestation in the home:
Common Pests and Their Impact
Pests multiply rapidly when they find an ideal environment and are a deadly force in large populations. Some common pests found in homes include:
Methods of Eliminating Pests
While it is difficult to lock pests out of your home completely, a few measures can be applied to ensure that the existing populations are eliminated and prevented from multiplying further.
Decluttering
Keep your home and compound free from clutter, which is the perfect habitat and breeding ground for pests.
Proper Food Storage
Store your food in properly sealed containers and bags to prevent attracting hungry critters indoors.
Sealing Crevices and Holes
Blocking gaps in your house structure that create entry points for pests will stop them from finding their way into your home.
Seal Water Leaking Pipes
Excess moisture attracts thirsty bags into your homes. All pipes, surfaces and surroundings should be kept dry as a preventive measure.
Store Firewood Outside the Home
Some insects hide inside wood and keeping them indoors provides a chance for them to crawl out of the wood into your home.
Use Pesticides
There is a wide range of pesticides to deal with pest colonies. Ensure you purchase the right pesticide and follow the application instructions. Alternatively, you can hire pest control experts, who frequently handle pests in their daily roles.
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