Tips to Keep the Pests Out

TIPS TO KEEP THE PESTS OUT

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What can you do to keep your home pest-free?Sure, you can use pesticides,

but these can be harmful to family petsand very dangerous for children.

Plenty of other options are available to youand you may actually play a part in

your own problems.

FOOD SOURCES

Insects and rodents are quite happy to munchthrough fresh food, stale food, garbage, orcrumbs you’ve accidentally spilled on the floor.

Clean your plates, cups, and bowls – storingthem when you’re finished with them.

All food items should be kept in sealed bags orcontainers, plus all trash and waste foodshould be kept in sealed containers, too.

Please don't leave pet food out overnightunless you have no choice.

WATER SOURCES

Roaches love water, so if you leave your sinkfull of water they’re going to make use of it,polluting it as they do.

Dampness also provides ideal breedingconditions for many types of unsavory insects.

So if you have a leaking faucet, radiator ordishwasher, get it repaired and remove thewater-damaged wood or fabric in that area.

Even the tiniest pools of water are enough tokeep insects healthy and hydrated for weeks,so mop up all spills.

PREVENTION

Look for any possible way that pests mightsneak into your home.

Pay careful attention to any cracks in theexterior of your home, spaces around pipes,and any holes or gaps near windows.

If you can't afford to repair the cracks andholes, then you can at least seal them withcaulk or expanding foam.

Any holes or gaps in your baseboards shouldalso be sealed and, if possible, completelyreplace damaged baseboards.

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