Winter Pests Making An Appearance In Your Home? What You Should Do

Winter Pests Making An Appearance In Your Home? What You Should Do

8 March 2021
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Winter is when you expect to not have to worry about pests such as insects until spring, but you may still see them in your home throughout winter months. If you are seeing these pests, they could just be coming in to look for food and warmth to get through winter, or they may have been there all along and you're just now noticing them. If you have pests in your home this winter, it could also mean that you have an infestation on your hands, and you may also have a multi-pest problem that you need to deal with. Read on for what you can do about this issue.

Call An Exterminator

You should call an exterminator to see what type of pest you have and to determine the best plan of action against these pests. If you have multiple pests especially, it can be difficult to get rid of them because they all may need to be treated differently depending on the type of pest you're dealing with. An exterminator will be able to identify your problem, track the pests down to find where they are coming from, and treat your home as needed to get rid of your pest issues.

Clean Your Home

Cleaning your home can help you protect against pests. Stay vigilant and clean as thoroughly as possible. Some pests may be feeding off of the grease and oil splatters on your backsplash or on your stovetop, so clean these areas thoroughly. Using a bleach/water solution can help deter most pests and will help keep your home clean to prevent feeding these pests any longer. If you have food lying out on your counters, put it away or place it into sealed containers to prevent pests from getting inside. Keep all counters and food-prep areas clean.

Seal Your Home Against Future Pests

Seal your home to prevent future pest issues. Tiny insects can squeeze into very small spaces, so you need to be sure your home is sealed tightly against these tiny pests. Caulk around window and door frames, replace door seals that are cracked or dry-rotted, and repair any cracks you find in your foundation or in your siding. 

If you have pests in your home that are emerging in the winter months, they may have been there all along, but they are just now coming out to find food. If you spot pests in your home, call a pest control service like Kingsway Extermination for help.

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