Friday, September 23, 2022

4 Autumn Pest Control Prevention Tips for Your Home

 

Every season brings in a new community of pests. This fall season, we want to make sure that your home is extra cozy by keeping the pests out. The colder months bring new difficulties with pests looking for warm shelter and protection from weather conditions.

 

A B Pest Control wants to prepare you to take the correct precautions for your home. Although these methods are effective, sometimes pests are still able to find a way in. In that case, call your local pest control company near mid-Missouri.



1.    Clean your outdoor trash cans regularly.

 

The number one thing that pests look for are food. The best place in your home for pests to find food is in the trash cans. Rotten and expired food tends to give off the most stench and therefore attracts different creatures. Not only should you regularly clean debris off the inside of your trash can, but also, it’s best to keep your outdoor trash cans away from your home.

 

2.    Maintain clear gutters.

 

One of the best things about fall is that the leaves change colors and begin to fall. Unfortunately, due to leaves falling, they will get stuck in our gutters at home. It’s important to clean these out because if there becomes an overflow, water damage is bound to happen. This causes easy access for pests.

 

3.    Any holes or openings on the exterior of your home should be sealed.

 

Just as much as we don’t like the cold, neither do rodents or certain insects. Therefore, these creatures are searching for any openings or holes in buildings, which a lot of times happen to be our homes. That’s why it’s crucial to thoroughly inspect the exterior of your home for holes. Then, seal off these openings with cement or a steel covering.

 

4.    Check your dryer vents and exhaust fan vents to make sure they’re pest-proof.

 

Colder months tend to require heat throughout your home. Due to that, your dryer and exhaust fan vents will push out heat. Due to the warmth of the air, rodents are attracted to it and try to get into the vents. Find your vents and cover them to prevent rodents from crawling into these spaces.



Although there are many ways to prevent pests in your home, it’s important to stick to the basics. At A B Pest Control, we will do our best to keep you up to date on methods and practices to prevent infestation. However, if it gets beyond your means, we are at your service! Stay cozy this fall.


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