With Autumn right around the corner, homeowners like you have to get ready for a new wave of pests and possible infestations. It’s not pleasant to think about, but keeping unwanted guests out of your home is an issue that must be addressed as the seasons change. To help you prepare, here are four tips to protect your home from fall pests.
Tip #1 - Seal Your Home
Pests don’t need a lot of wiggle room to get inside your home. As the weather begins to turn cold, bugs will try their best to find a new place to stay - and your house is a perfect place for them to set up camp.
Make sure to install weather strips under all the exterior doors in your home. If you have sliding glass doors, confirm that the bottom brushes are in good condition. If they are worn out, replace them immediately. Check out your house’s corners, foundation, windows and roof for cracks that may need sealing up, and consider using insulation as a method of keeping critters from flocking to your home.
Tip #2 - Sweep, Sweep, Sweep!
Making sure that your home stays clean is key to keeping pests out. Having clutter in your house provides bugs with a perfect place to live during the colder months. Eliminate messes, throw away exposed food and sweep all of your floors.
A huge step in preventing infestations is making your home a difficult place for pests to settle into. In addition to cleaning, check places like your garage or attic where critters like rats or mice may wish to live. These spaces offer protection from the cold, so it’s important to be aware of them and plan accordingly to keep uninvited guests out.
Tip #3 - Keep Your House Dry
Getting rid of moisture can easily discourage pests away from your home. Bugs and vermin need water to survive, too - so be sure to eliminate any potential water sources they may have. Look around your home for standing water or leaks, and make sure your gutters are working properly and your faucets are not dripping.
Using appliances like dehumidifiers is another great way of losing excess moisture. Set these up in your attic, basement, garage, etc. to prevent these parts of your home from being a suitable habitat for pests.
Tip #4 - Call an Expert
A surefire way of defending your house against pests is to call experts to inspect your home. If you’re unsure about your house’s readiness for the coming seasons, have someone investigate your home and give you a diagnosis for what can be done. Even if you’ve followed the other tips, there’s nothing wrong with getting a professional opinion - if nothing else, it will give you peace of mind about potential pest problems.
If you want to learn more about how to keep your home safe during the upcoming seasons, contact Pinpoint Pest Control today!
