How To Keep Your Home Pest-Free This Summer
Summer in Florida means sunshine, longer days — and unfortunately, an increase in pest activity. The season’s warm weather and high humidity create the perfect environment for pests like ants, mosquitoes, flies, and cockroaches to thrive. Fortunately, Champion Termite & Pest Control is here to help you enjoy a pest-free summer. Use these summer pest control tips to keep bugs away from your property!
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Seal Off Entry Points
Pests can find their way into your home through even the smallest cracks and openings in your home’s exterior. Sealing these entry points is one of the most effective ways to prevent pests from infiltrating your house. Inspect windows, doors, and walls around your home for cracks or holes. Replacing worn weather stripping, changing out torn screens for new ones, and caulking holes and openings go a long way in preventing pests from entering your home.
Eliminate Pest Breeding Grounds
Standing water and clutter around your yard create the perfect environment for pests like mosquitoes to breed and thrive, and can attract unwanted pests to your property. Fortunately, you can prevent these pests from making your home their breeding grounds by getting rid of standing water in birdbaths, buckets, plant saucers, and other areas around your property. Additionally, you should remove piles of leaves, wood, mulch, or other yard waste, as these can attract pests as well.
Keep Your Home Clean
A tidy home tends to be less appealing to pests as it typically means fewer opportunities for them to find food and water. As a result, staying on top of your daily cleaning routine makes a significant difference in keeping your home pest-free. Empty trash cans frequently, store pantry goods in airtight containers, clean up crumbs and spills promptly, and avoid leaving dirty dishes out overnight.
Use Natural Repellents
Natural pest repellents can provide added protection for your property, especially when used consistently and in conjunction with the above tips and tricks. Try lighting citronella candles around your patio or porch to deter common insects. Other essential oils, such as peppermint and eucalyptus, can help keep bugs away from your home as well. Also, if you have a garden, you could add mosquito-repelling plants like basil, lavender, and marigolds.
Schedule Professional Pest Control Services
The most effective way to keep your home pest-free is to schedule professional pest control services from our experienced exterminators. With more than 30 years of experience, Champion Termite & Pest Control has the knowledge and skills to protect your home from all kinds of pests. Contact us today to learn more about our 12-step home pest control program or to request a free estimate!
