Unfortunately, pests often infest, breed and thrive in homes and gardens. Qualified pest control services can help you keep your home free from these unwanted critters, but there are a few things you can do to help.
The Best Ways to Keep Pests Out of Your House
Check out three of the best ways you can keep pests out of your home.
1. Keep Your Dry Goods in Plastic Containers
Pests are drawn to the smell of food. Keeping all of your dry foods in plastic containers can help you seal them off and limit the pests in your home. Place everything from cereal and rice to cookies, sugar and more in containers.
2. Check the Stripping on Your Doors and Windows
A simple way to keep pests out of your home is not letting them inside in the first place. You can close doors, windows and other entryways, but many pests are more stealthy — they sneak in through cracks and weather-stripped crevices.
Ensure you replace damaged stripping and seal any gaps that may allow in pests. Your local hardware store has all the tools you need to fix weather-stripped entryways.
3. Avoid Clutter in Your Garage and Attic
One of the best ways to keep pests out of your home is to avoid clutter in your garage and attic. Boxes often are the perfect spot for pests to breed and infest because they can get damp and are left undisturbed for prolonged periods.
Clear out any clutter you no longer need and switch to storing your items in plastic, sealable storage containers to keep moisture and unwanted critters out.
The Best Ways to Prevent Pests From Coming Into Your Yard
Pest control services also help you prevent pests from coming into your yard. Here are three ways to help keep pests out of your yard.
1. Keep Your Lawn and Landscaping Trimmed
Overgrown shrubs and yards are ideal places of refuge for pests. Keep your lawn mowed and vegetation trimmed back and remove any leaf litter from your garden. Also, trim back any hedges touching your house’s walls.
2. Remove Trash in Your Yard
Pests love garbage, so the best way to keep them out of your yard is to dispose of your trash properly. Keep the trash and recycling in your yard in sealed plastic bags and bins. Ensure your bins are also placed far away from your house and places you convene in your yard.
3. Eliminate Pooling Water in Your Yard
Pests like mosquitoes gravitate to standing water. Check gutters, pet dishes, bowls and containers regularly for pooling water and remove it. Keep covers over your pools and hot tubs to keep pests out of your yard.
Get Pest Control Services with Royal Pest & Termite, Inc.
Royal Pest & Termite, Inc. helps keep unwanted pests out of your home. We are a fully licensed and insured pest control company offering you personalized service. Our Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system provides effective and environmentally friendly pest control, prioritizing your and your pet’s safety.
Get in touch with us. Call (754) 800-5284 or complete an online form.
