The basics of pest control: how to maintain a pest free home

by | Jul 12, 2017 | Pest Control

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Companies that offer quality pest control services in Charleston, SC know that they cannot do it alone. For a home to be and remain truly pest free, the homeowner will have to put in some work. Most people know the very basics of keeping their houses free of stubborn pests; it is common knowledge to, for instance, inspect and seal any holes or cracks, and make sure the vents are screened. Look for leaky faucets around the perimeter of the house and ensure the sprinklers face away from the house and do not spray water directly onto the walls. Tree branches around the building should also be trimmed, especially if they are touching the house.

Inside the house, the kitchen area is especially sensitive. It should be kept clean and free of clutter; kitchen appliances should ideally be kept free of spills and crumbs. Make sure the shelves are cleaned regularly and the food is stored in airtight containers. The garbage areas must also be kept clean; the garbage should be stored in sealed containers and disposed of regularly. The basement, attics and any other crawl spaces must also be kept clean. Inspect any empty boxes, including grocery bags and make sure everything is kept ventilated and dry.

In some instances, though, it is possible to have bugs in the house even after checking all the necessary boxes. Dealing with such cases is easy when one understands the reasons behind pest tendencies and behaviors. Most of the time, bugs are motivated by a need to find comfort and food. They will, for instance, only come inside when the conditions outside are unbearable, or when the conditions inside are conducive. In the summer, when it is hot outside, termites will be forced to look elsewhere for sources of moisture. They will almost always head to the kitchen seeing as it is the likeliest source of water from the plumbing. In such a case, getting rid of them will involve tightening leaky faucets, fixing gaps and breaks in the plumbing and physically driving them away by erecting barriers around one’s living spaces.

Pest control does not have to be too much of a hassle; all you need is a capable pest control partner. At Charleston Pest and Termite, you will always be in capable hands. We provide quality quality pest control services in Charleston, SC. Visit our website for more information.

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