Pest Control Crawley

Keeping Your Home Clear Of Unwanted Pests

Pests are any creatures that you do not want to share your home with, like crickets, ants, roaches, rats and mice. Because many of these pests are so small, it is easy to forget that they are living in the world all around us. However, most humans are unwilling to accept sharing their home with unwanted creatures. This is particularly true when it comes to our house. As such, there is always the need to ensure that their invasion of your sanctuary is curbed to stop them from being a nuisance. Below you will find some tips which will help to keep your property a pest free zone.

Prevention is the best way to stop invasions. Most are looking for shelter and something to eat. They may also be motivated by a warm, dry place to shelter, particularly during the cold winter months. If you can make it more difficult for them to find what they need, they will not come inside as often. Cleanliness is therefore very important to this process. Items should be kept in secure packaging and storage containers, in either a refrigerator or kitchen cupboard. Dump all your trash on a daily basis and avoid always leaving cooked food on the counter. Take out your trash often as well, so you do not have food scraps sitting around. You will notice a great reduction in pests as a result.

Always keep your home clean, this way flies and other smaller insects will not visit. Wipe down your counters each evening before bed. Insects love sugar and sugary things, therefore, rinse out your glasses and cups and either load them into your dishwasher or wash them immediately. Insects also love a moist environment. In addition, if you notice a leak, make sure the situation is rectified.

Animals often enter homes when the seasons change and the weather turns cooler. Plug up spaces and crevices that seemingly offer easy passage into your home. Sealant or caulking should do the trick.

A tidy outside space will also deter animals. Avoid stacking up wood next to your house and always clean and sweep garden areas at the end of each season. You should also check your pets regularly for ticks and fleas, as these can be lurking in the grass.

Keeping your home free of pests is very straightforward if you adhere to these basic tips. Simple measures such as keeping your home clean, dry and secure will stop the majority of animals from making your home their home.

You may well need a professional if your problem is multiple pests in the house.

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