As spring, fades into summer people across the country begin dreading common pests. Flies, fleas, ticks, mosquitos and spiders are just a few of the common bugs people find themselves fighting during the warm summer months. If you want to finally enjoy some success at this game, you need to take some early summer pest control steps.
Pests
What kind of pests do you deal with each year? This will depend a great deal on which part of the country you live in as well as whether you live in a rural area or city. Here we will deal with a few of the most common pests for both areas.
Rodents- whether you live on a farm or in the heart of the city, mice and rats can create a problem. These pests will chew through your boxes of memories in the attic before you even realize you have a problem. Some people take the natural approach and bring a cat into the picture, but this usually only has limited success. At the first sign of droppings, you should contact your local pest control company. In the meantime, eliminate sources of food, (left overs on the counter, dirty dishes in the sink overnight and chip crumbs in the bedroom) and block up any holes or cracks that may be granting access to the rodents from outside.
Fleas- pet owners across the country dread flea season, particularly after a mild winter. At the first sign of warming weather, it is time to check your pet's flea preventative. Are they in need of a new collar, topical treatments or a simple flea bath? Catching these little pests early is the key to home infestation prevention.
Mosquitos- Certain geological areas are more prone to a mosquito problem, but if you have any type of standing water around your home or yard you could suffer greatly during warm summer months. Go around your yard and search for water filled debris. Old tires and flowerpots with standing water are a prime breeding ground for this pest.
Conclusion
There are plenty of over the counter pest control products, but in all honesty, the best way to rid your home or yard of these common pests is by hiring a professional pest control company. They know exactly which chemicals to use for your area and where to maximize the benefit through placement. Listen to your pest control professional very carefully; you will get a lot of insight into preventing future infestations.
Pests
What kind of pests do you deal with each year? This will depend a great deal on which part of the country you live in as well as whether you live in a rural area or city. Here we will deal with a few of the most common pests for both areas.
Rodents- whether you live on a farm or in the heart of the city, mice and rats can create a problem. These pests will chew through your boxes of memories in the attic before you even realize you have a problem. Some people take the natural approach and bring a cat into the picture, but this usually only has limited success. At the first sign of droppings, you should contact your local pest control company. In the meantime, eliminate sources of food, (left overs on the counter, dirty dishes in the sink overnight and chip crumbs in the bedroom) and block up any holes or cracks that may be granting access to the rodents from outside.
Fleas- pet owners across the country dread flea season, particularly after a mild winter. At the first sign of warming weather, it is time to check your pet's flea preventative. Are they in need of a new collar, topical treatments or a simple flea bath? Catching these little pests early is the key to home infestation prevention.
Mosquitos- Certain geological areas are more prone to a mosquito problem, but if you have any type of standing water around your home or yard you could suffer greatly during warm summer months. Go around your yard and search for water filled debris. Old tires and flowerpots with standing water are a prime breeding ground for this pest.
Conclusion
There are plenty of over the counter pest control products, but in all honesty, the best way to rid your home or yard of these common pests is by hiring a professional pest control company. They know exactly which chemicals to use for your area and where to maximize the benefit through placement. Listen to your pest control professional very carefully; you will get a lot of insight into preventing future infestations.
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