Cockroaches
Cockroaches are one of the most common and scariest household pests. They can damage property and contaminate food, and their presence can be a sign of poor sanitation.
They are one of the most despised pests as they are notoriously difficult to get rid of once they infest a home.
The following steps can help protect your house from cockroach infestation:
Seal up any cracks or holes in your walls, floors, and ceilings
Keep food stored in airtight containers
Clean your kitchen and bathrooms regularly
Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are considered one of the world’s peskiest and most dangerous insects. They’re known to transmit diseases like malaria, Zika virus, and dengue fever, which can be deadly. In addition to being a health hazard, mosquitoes are also a nuisance, as their bites can be itchy and irritating.
The following steps can help protect your house from mosquito infestation:
Eliminate standing water around your property
Get in touch with a pest control business for a free inspection
Keep your lawn trimmed (Remember: lawn care is essential!)
Ants
Ants are known for invading homes and ruining picnics. So whether you are dealing with Fire ants or Argentine ants, you should keep them as far away from your house as possible because they can profoundly impact your health.
They can also carry diseases such as salmonella and E. coli. In addition, ants can trigger allergies and asthma attacks in some people.
The following steps can help protect your house from ant infestation:
Seal up any cracks or entry points you may have in your home
Remove any sources of moisture from your home
Hire top pest control services for a thorough inspection
spiders
Whether you live in Port Saint Lucie, Palm City, or Fort Pierce, no home is safe from spiders.
These eight-legged creatures can be pretty creepy and are often found in dark, hidden places. Additionally, they are considered dangerous, as their bites can cause serious health problems in humans, including respiratory distress and skin irritation.
The following steps can help protect your house from spider infestation:
Seal any cracks or openings in your home
Keep your home clean
Call a professional for free pest inspection
Bed Bugs
Bed bugs often hide in cracks and crevices in walls, floors, and furniture. They are not known to cause structural damage and spread disease, but their bites can be itchy and uncomfortable. So whether you reside in South Florida or North, you don’t want these creeps crawling around your house.
The following steps can help protect your house from bed bug infestation:
Regularly vacuum and steam clean your floors and furniture
Inspect secondhand furniture and clothing before bringing it into your home
Call a knowledgeable Fort Pierce Pest Control company to make your house bug-free
If you want to avoid bugs in your bed, consider these tips:
- Wash your sheets and clothing regularly.
- Wash any clothing you bring home from the store.
- Avoid purchasing a used bed, frame and furniture.
- Keep your home clean and vacuumed.
Rodents
Rodents are one of the scariest pests you can find in your home. Unfortunately, they end up in homes and businesses searching for food, water, and shelter. While they may seem harmless, rodents can carry severe diseases and cause structural damage.
The following steps can help protect your house from rodent infestation:
Seal up holes and cracks in the building
Remove any potential nesting sites
Keep pet food and water dishes clean and free of leftover food
Wasps/Hornets
While wasps and hornets may not be the most dangerous pests out there, they can still cause many problems. First, they can be hazardous, especially if they build their nests near homes or other buildings. Second, if disturbed, they can sting people or animals, which can cause severe pain and even allergic reactions in some cases.
The following steps can help protect your house from hornet infestation:
Eliminate their nesting areas
Trim any trees and shrubs that are close to your property
Keep your garbage can’s lid closed and your house clean
Ticks
Ticks are usually found in wooded or grassy areas. They can attach themselves to you if you brush up against them.
They are dangerous because they can transmit diseases to their hosts. Lyme disease is the most well-known illness that ticks can cause, but they can also transmit other diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia.
The following steps can help protect your house from tick infestation:
Keep your home clean and vacuum regularly
Check your pets regularly for ticks and remove them promptly if you find any
Schedule service of a reliable and responsive pest control company
Here are some tips for avoiding ticks:
- Check your pets when they spend time outdoors.
- Cut your grass and other vegetation in your yard.
- Vacuum and clean your home regularly.
- Use tick control programs for your pets.
Termites
Termites are small, winged insects that live in colonies under the ground.
There are several types of termites, but the most common ones are subterranean termites and drywood termites. They live in the soil and inside the wood, respectively. They both are dangerous and should be immediately removed from the house.
Termite control preventative measures include:
Seal all cracks and holes
Keep your gutters and downspouts clean
Eliminate any sources of moisture in your house
Carpenter ants
Carpenter ants are one of the most dangerous pests that can invade your home. They can hollow out the wood to build their nests. This can weaken the structural integrity of your home and, in some cases, even cause it to collapse.
Worst part? They are challenging to remove. Therefore, your only option is to hire a pest control company to get the job done!
The following can help protect your house from carpenter ant infestation:
Inspect your home regularly for any cracks
Remove any sources of standing water from your property
Get rid of firewood
