Spring seems to have made an early arrival in California. The bright sun and warm days have meant many trees and plants have already started to bloom. It also means that many pests begin to come out of hibernation or their winter hiding space. To get ahead of any pest problem, here are five DIY spring pest control solutions you can use around your home to reduce pest problems.
DIY Spring Pest Control: Inspect Your Home’s Exterior
Pests, rodents, and other unwanted and uninvited guests sneak into your home when there are tiny openings in the exterior of your home. Inspect the exterior walls of your home to find small holes or gaps that need to get sealed. The spaces may be used as an entrance into your home, or they may be used as a space to build nests. Some experts recommend using caulk, concrete, or even wire mesh to create a seal from the outside to the inside. When you fill the opening fully, you are fortifying your home’s exterior.
Change Outdoor Lighting
Another simple tip is to change the color of your outdoor lights. Pests are attracted to bright light and will swarm anywhere you have a light. Often, that means near doors, windows, or where people are enjoying outside spaces. By changing light bulbs to yellow, bugs will be discouraged and find somewhere else to swarm.
Check the Interior Of Your Home
Just as the exterior of your home may invite unwanted pests in through openings, the inside spaces of your home also should be inspected and sealed. Look at window sills, door frames, and near baseboards. Insects and rodents can fit into tiny holes, so if you see any – seal them up! This will ensure that rodents and pests that make their way into your walls cannot get inside the interior of your home.
DIY Spring Pest Control Starts With A Clean Garage
Often the unfinished spaces of your home are inviting to pests and rodents. You may store cardboard, softwood materials, or fabric items that are used for nests or food sources. If you clean out garbage and trash, you will reduce the attraction of your garage. If you have other items, such as holiday decorations, documents, or other memorabilia, store it in airtight plastic bins that will keep out termites, bed bugs, rodents, and cockroaches.
Work with A Pest Management Company
There is no doubt that pests and rodents can be a significant problem for homeowners all year long. The best strategy is to work with a local pest management company throughout the year to ensure small pest or rodent problems do not turn into major infestations. To schedule a free consultation, call the team at Aantext at 925-4209-5100, or schedule your appointment online.
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