Bugs and pests do not belong in the home, and everyone agrees on this fact. In fact, you cannot manage to live with bugs in your home for a long period. They are not just annoying butalso infectious and dangerous for your health. Spiders and wasps can cause painful stings while ticks and mosquitoes can carry diseases that they inject in humans and pets.
Even cockroaches can spread germs and bacteria throughout your home and in your food and can cause allergies, especially in children. Bug proofing the home can feel like a losing battle. Fortunately, there are many ways to get rid of bugs, including PestZone Control. You can start by understanding what attracts bugs to your home and then make changes for good.
Seal around All Doors:
If the light or air is getting in through the sides of your entrance doors, bugs can get in too. Install aluminum or steel thresholds along with door sweeps at the bottom of your exterior doors and use door seals to fill the gaps around the sides and top of the doors as well. Remember to keep your doors closed when not necessary. The hydraulic device closes the door automatically.
Install Screens:
A fine mesh screen can prevent the bugs from entering your home. During the hot, humid days of summer, many people want natural ventilation from doors and windows. You can enjoy fresh air without letting the bugs in. Consider installing screens in your windows and doors. Also, inspect the screen regularly for holes and tears and replace or repair the damaged ones.
Seal cracks in the Walls, Vents, and Foundation:Â PestZone Control
Cracks in the foundation and external walls of your home are a welcome sign to bugs. Inspect your home carefully from top to bottom and check for the cracks. Seal the cracks with caulk. Bugs can also get in through the tiny gaps around your gas line, dryer vent, or even a cable wire. Seal those areas from inside using caulk or a spray foam product.
Throw Out Garbage Daily and Rinse Recyclables:
Garbage kept in for a few days can attract insects. If it smells or not, rotten food scrap welcomes the bugs. Also, bugs are more sensitive to odors than us. Therefore, one of the best ways to prevent insect invasion is to empty the garbage one or two times a day. Moreover, line your trash cans with plastic garbage bags and make sure to tie them tightly before the disposal. Don’t forget the recycling bin. Rinse out the beer bottles, soda cans, and pet food cans thoroughly before you drop them in the recycling bin.
Eliminate Moisture by Fixing Leaks:
Most bugs need moisture to survive. Any moisturized place can attract them, even the condensation on pipes. Promptly fix the plumbing leaks even if they are minor. If there is water leakage in your basement or crawlspace during heavy rains, insects will soon be infesting your house. It’s also essential to install an efficient drainage system and dehumidifiers.
Cleanliness is the Key:
The food and water sources attract bugs, so keep your kitchen clean as much as you can. Wipe up the crumbs, clean up spills, and sweep or vacuum the floor right away. Don’t leave the used dishes in the sink overnight. Regularly clean the toaster and microwave. Clean out your stovetop daily. Dispose of the food scraps and packaging. Store grains, rice, cereals, and other pantry items in airtight containers. Put the open food containers in the fridge. Bugs need places to hide, so do not clutter your home and recycle the unneeded newspapers and boxes promptly.
