Spring brings the blooming of flowers, trees full of leaves and green grass. With the great weather ahead, more and more people just can’t wait for the change of season. But with the coming of the warm weather, it can also be expected that different pests will be more active. Pests such as ants, mosquitoes, wasps, ticks, fleas, cockroaches, rodents, and so many more are common during spring as they embrace the warm weather to feed, breed, and nest. It is expected for a lot of homeowners to find themselves with pest issues during this season. So, how can homeowners prevent these pests from entering their home before spring comes? Here are some ways:

Keeping Them out from Your Home

• Gaps that are found on doors and windows should be sealed.
• Fix leaks on pipes and correct any sources of moisture from clogged gutters or crawlspace drainage since this can attract ants and cockroaches.
• Air ducts should also be cleaned and maintained regularly.
• Basements, crawlspaces, and attics should be checked before the spring comes by making sure that they are well ventilated and dry.
• Clean the basements and attics. Make certain to remove unwanted objects such as old boxes, papers, and trash to avoid rodents from creating harborage.
• Rotten roof shingles should be repaired or replaced as this can attract ants and termites.
• Do not leave dirty dishes overnight.
• Remove the trash from the kitchen on a regular basis.
• Launder all fabric items in hot water, especially if insects are suspected. Pet bedding, rugs, slip-covers, and pillow covers should also be laundered.
• Maintain a clean home.
• Always secure and close the garbage bins with lids.
• Keep the garbage cans and compost piles away from the house.
• Trim down plants and grass and remove any debris from your lawn or garden.
• Trim tree branches and shrubbery and make certain that the branches do not touch the house structure.
• Cracks and crevices from the home’s foundation should be inspected and sealed since this can be an easy access for pests.
• Fence your garden to avoid rodents from destroying your plants.
• Place unused wood as far from the structure as possible and place it off the ground. Do not allow it to lean against any structure.

To make certain that your home is ready for spring and that no pests are coming, you can contact a specialized pest control professional to provide assistance and treatment if the situation persist.

No matter if a family of rodent has set up camp in your attic or ants are marching in, Preventive Pest Control can resolve all your problems today!