Often times you may experience a pest problem in your home, regardless of where it is located. Pests come in many different varieties, be it insects, rodents, raccoons or garden pests such as moles and birds.
If your home has become the target of such creatures, it is important to take adequate measures against them and react in time to prevent escalation. There are many things that you have to consider when it comes to dealing with pests. Often people find themselves in a state of panic and take ineffective countermeasures, which don't solve the issue and only make them spend money in vain. If you have encountered a pest problem in your home, read on the following guide to guarantee effective results:
Identify the pest
The best solution to pests is always the one that is specially designed to work against a certain type. With that in mind, it is always preferable to know for sure what you are up against, rather than taking a guess. You wouldn't want to spend money on insecticides and poisonous chemicals, if a simple cleaning service is all it takes to deal with an issue. Remember that whenever you are unsure, you can take pictures and share them with a professional. Sometimes the pest may not be visible, which is when you would have to take note of their activity. You can consult with online resources, as the Internet is a great source that may give you enough information and suggest an action plan.
Pest prevention
It is always preferable to be preventive about pests and not have them in the first place. For this reason, you can implement a variety of measures to ensure you never have to bother with pests. Caulking around your house in order to seal cracks, holes and openings where pests can enter from is one thing you should do. Having weather-stripping around doors and windows will greatly reduce the chance of insects ever getting in your home. Know that most pests are attracted to food and water so depriving them of such resources normally reduces the risk of pest problems. For this reason, be regular at carpet cleaning with a vacuum cleaner and don't forget hard to reach areas such as under your furniture, where food particles may accumulate. As for your exterior, avoid plants and shrubs that come into contact with your property. Clear your trash often, as it often becomes target of pest attacks. Proper cleaning of the area is required.
Dealing with the problem
If your home has become a suitable environment for pests, it is important to remember one thing: don't panic. People tend to freak out when they see insects or mice, and often resort to harsh solutions featuring dangerous chemicals or other measures that are dangerous or simply too radical. Pesticides and chemical products should be your last resort. There are many techniques (including preventive measures) that can prove effective without you having to spend a fortune on poisons and pesticides, which may compromise your health.
Hiring professionals
If you have identified a pest problem and you don't feel like you are capable of dealing with it on your own, you should most certainly contact a professional. Sometimes a cleaning service of a certain area is enough to rid your home of spiders for example, but other times more effective methods will be required. Remember that hiring a professional pest control service may prove to be cheaper and certainly have a better result. Make a research on available services, and buy one that will provide top quality work.
Pest problems are certainly not pleasant, but they are manageable. You just have to remember that prevention is the best defense and that often times there are simple solutions to what seems a big problem. Remember to do a research on the matter and make an informed decision about the best course of action.
Bo Kauffmann is a residential real estate agent with over 18 yrs experience in helping buyers and sellers achieve their goals. Inducted into the REMAX Hall of Fame in 2010 and receiving the REMAX Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019, Bo has sold over 500 houses and condos in the Greater Winnipeg market. He is an accredited buyer representative (A.B.R.) and a Luxury Home Marketing Specialist.
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Often times you may experience a pest problem in your home, regardless of where it is located. Pests come in many different varieties, be it insects, rodents, raccoons or garden pests such as moles and birds.
