Spring Cleaning before Pests

                                    Spring Cleaning before Pests

It’s that time of year that many anticipate and look forward to. Spring! The temperatures are finally starting to warm up, the days are getting longer and the birds are chirping their sweet songs. While spring brings many things to look forward to, the spring pests are not one of them! This is the time that those pests seem to try and make up for lost time and they just come out of nowhere. Spiders are out making new webs, ants are marching along, mosquitoes start annoying, and bill bugs start eating away at lawns. But don’t fret, even if you don’t use a professional pest control company there are some ways you can help prepare your home to help keep it pest free this season! Being proactive and following Alpha’s pest prevention tips could save you from possible infestations.
The pest pros at Alpha Home Pest Control suggest doing some spring cleaning before pests! Don’t panic, just a little cleaning up here and there will add up and can make a huge difference in the battle against unwanted pests. For the inside, Clean out common clutter areas such as basements, attics, closets, under beds, and even bookshelves. Areas with clutter generally don’t get disturbed too much and make a nice place for pests and rodents to make a home and start a family. Keeping these areas clear of clutter and clean will minimize the hiding spots for many pests. The kitchen should also get a good deep clean. Go beyond cleaning up daily crumbs and spills. Check behind and under appliances for pest activity and give it a good wipe down while you’re there. Wipe down cupboard shelves, and inside of drawers, removing all crumbs and debris. Don’t forget the pantry. Dispose of expired foods, vacuum the floor and shelves, and wiping down all the shelves. If you keep a trashcan in the pantry give it a quick rinse, removing spills or sticky spots that may have occurred.
As for the outside, you can start by raking up the yard. Getting rid of leaves, old mulch, and picking up fallen tree limbs can help keep pests away. Trim back bushes and trees away from the house. Just like clutter, overgrown trees and branches make a great home of all kinds of insects and pests. Insects and rodents can get through some of the smallest of holes. Check the outside of your home for holes and/or cracks and make sure all window screens fit properly and are in good condition. Check for any standing water and remove it to help reduce mosquitoes. Another thing that a lot of people seem to forget is the outside trashcan. Trashcans can attract all types of pests such as ants, bees, wasps, mice, even stray cats! On the day that your trash has been picked up, use the hose and spray inside of the trashcan, leave the lid open and let it dry in the sunshine.
Alpha Home Pest Control encourages you to be proactive against unwanted spring pests. If you feel you need help preparing your home for spring or think you may already have a pest problem, don’t hesitate to call us!
(208)475-4440       https://alphahomepestcontrol.com

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *