Protecting your home against pests is important in pest control. If you are allowing the pests to come into your home, you are going to end up with an infestation before too long. You have to protect your home in order to prevent pests and to get control of a pest problem if you already have an issue. To protect your home, there are a number of things you can be doing.…
Ghost ants are annoying when they invade your kitchen. They’re so tiny, it’s difficult to keep them out of your home with exclusion techniques. The first step in ghost ant control is to identify the type of ant you have. You can look at ant pictures online, or you can let the pest control company identify the ants for you. Ghost ants are tiny and have pale bodies that are difficult to see.…
Enjoying your yard or outdoor space with worrisome mosquitos buzzing around your head is more than aggravating. The mosquitos attacking you can do more than leave itchy red spots dotting your body. They can carry harmful viruses and diseases that can be dangerous to you and your family. Knowing more about these pesky insects and several mosquito prevention methods hopefully will keep you and your family safe during the upcoming outdoor season.…
Roof rats are a highly adaptable rodent species. They have black or brown sleek fur and a long hairless tail. Roof rats prefer elevated nesting areas. Damaged materials that comprise a home’s exterior can lead to a rat infestation.
Diet Preferences And Behavioral Characteristics
A roof rat is an omnivore. This type of rodent consumes fruits, leafy greens, tree bark, meat, nuts, and grains. Land that contains a lot of vegetation offers a suitable area for roof rats to forage for food and seek refuge from the elements.…
Like most pests, rodents are attracted to food and aren’t picky about what they consume. As such, they’ll eat any leftover food you leave out in your home. This means that if your home is unsanitary, rats are likely to enter and contaminate it, making household members vulnerable to diseases. Here’s a detailed overview of the aspects that may cause a rat infestation in your home:
There’s Plenty Of Clutter and Debris Nearby…
Winter is a time to stay warm and cozy at home, and pests all around your neighborhood are feeling the same way about your home. Local pests are feeling like they would like to stay warm and cozy as well, and they don’t care about your personal space. They will invade your space and your home to stay cozy and warm in order to survive. Pests such as ants, mice, and spiders will all come inside to survive.…
Bed bugs are a pest that can spread rapidly, so if you spot them in one area of your home, you need to be vigilant and take a close look at the rest of your home to see if you have these pests elsewhere as well. You need to quarantine your home effectively and quarantine the room in which you have spotted this pest, then you need to take swift action in getting rid of these pests.…
There’s no debating that raccoons can look cute when you see pictures or video clips of them online, but they are an animal that you don’t want to see up close. Raccoons frequently prowl residential neighborhoods at night, often taking up residence in peoples’ yards, unsecured sheds, and other areas. If you encounter raccoons on your property, you might initially be tempted to shrug off their presence and simply hope they go away.…
As a homeowner, it can be extremely frustrating to discover that termites have invaded your residence. This reaction is to be expected because termites have the reputation of being destructive pests. This moniker is well earned because the pests can silently destroy the structure of your house without being noticed. Fortunately, you can take control of the situation and safeguard your home from pest invasions. Here are effective termite control tips you may try:…
If you live in a community with an HOA (homeowners association), you may eventually have to deal with pests. If you plan on using professional pest control measures, consider taking these actions:
Review State Laws
You may be wondering who’s supposed to pay for pest control services when they’re needed for an HOA property. Do you cover the costs or is this the responsibility of your HOA? This is something you need to find out by looking up your state and HOA laws.…