Cockroaches
Cockroaches are hideous creatures and also among the most problematic for many homeowners and business owners. In addition, the mere presence of a roach could lead to harmful bacteria getting into your food or beverage.
To make your business area unwelcoming for such nasty unwanted pests and have critter control at your home, you need to:
Use caulk to seal cracks and gaps in your foundation and exterior walls.
Keep food in sealed containers.
Mosquitoes
Around the world, mosquitoes are responsible for spreading diseases that kill thousands of people yearly. In many countries, mosquitoes are the most common animal-borne disease, with parasites such as filarial worms.
In short, they’re pretty annoying and quite harmful. And you may want to get rid of them. You can just:
Keep your gutters and drains clear and shut close.
Remove any debris or stumps that could collect water.
Ants
Although ants appear tiny, pests of this kind can become a big problem over time. For example, suppose you spot a few ants outside your home. In that case, there is probably a large colony of them already working their way towards either destroying your property or entering inside through even the smallest openings.
And to stop ants from making their way to your property, you need to:
Stop leaving food out
Rinse food-containing products before throwing them out
Because of how aggressive some ants are and how much damage they can do over time, you’ll want to consider these tips for handling ants:
- Use weather-stripping on doors and windows.
- Close off any openings to your house.
- Remove any overgrown vegetation and/or branches.
- Rinse out cans and other items before tossing them out.
- Lock the lids on your trash cans outside.
spiders
Spiders can be a bit of a pain, but it gets especially bothersome if the house spiders you have in your home are venomous. Fortunately, there are a few steps that those who find themselves in this unfortunate situation can take when trying to get rid of the problem.
Experience a home free from such scary pests by:
Using a vacuum cleaner to remove spiders and their webs
Using spider repellents in areas where spiders are a problem
Experience a home free from such scary pests by:
Using a vacuum cleaner to remove spiders and their webs
Using spider repellents in areas where spiders are a problem
There are a variety of different types of spiders that include brown recluse, black widow, American house spider and more. No matter what kind, if you notice that you have a spider infestation you’ll want to handle it ASAP.
In order to avoid spiders, do these things:
- Get rid of any spider webs as soon as you see them.
- Replace or repair screens that have been torn.
- Keep your doors and window closed so they don’t get in.
- Close up any gaps in your house.
- Remove rock piles, branches and other hiding spaces on your property.
Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are creepy crawlers in beds and other furniture and can make their way to other parts of your house. Bed bugs are similar to fleas as they have been known to infect dogs in addition to humans – bed bug bites can cause you a lot of discomfort!
To get rid of their invasion of your property:
Use a bed bug spray to kill any bed bugs that you see
Call local pros or arrow exterminators to get rid of the bed bug infestation
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
Giant rodents like rats and beavers tend to be a significant nuisance. These furry creatures enjoy crawling around in your house, scurrying here or there, and making their presence felt (and stinky). Unfortunately, they are also known to cause much damage by burrowing in your yard or gnawing on your home’s wooden frame.
To get them out of your property once and for all:
Put away food after you are done eating it
Don’t pile up garbage anywhere near
Clean your home regularly
Wasps/Hornets
It’s common for wasps and hornets to create nests outdoors, but considering how dangerous they can be, it’s unwise to wait until there’s a problem before doing something about it. Luckily, pest control companies like Nationwide Pest will take care of your wasps or hornet problem, so you don’t need to worry about whether they or your loved ones could be at risk of getting hurt.
Ticks
Ticks are the main cause of tick-borne illnesses. Ticks appear in those areas that have a lot of brush, leaves, and other debris or on grassy surfaces where they can easily attach themselves to passing wild animals, pets and humans. You’ll definitely want to prevent pests from getting into your property.
And to do that, you need to:
Remove any potential tick habitat from your property, such as tall grass, brush, and leaf litter.
Keep trees and shrubs trimmed.
Remove any ticks that are found promptly.
Termites
These insects bear a striking resemblance to common ants, but they could eat away at your property like they were munching on tasty apple pies. Termites will happily feed on timber in your home. These pesky little critters generally spread quickly as well and can number in the thousands! However, termite control and termite treatment could be a time-consuming task. Therefore, you must consider experts who offer FL service area treatments.
Carpenter Ants
Everyone knows that termites can do a lot of damage to your property, but did you know that carpenter ants can be just as destructive? While they may not share the same damage potential as termites, they still require immediate extermination when exposed to protect any house they might be nesting near from being ravaged identically.
Find out where they are coming from and block their entry point
Place baits around your home to lure them in and then kill them.
Use insect-killing products to kill them.
