In most industries, the old saying, ‘prevention is better than the cure’, is thrown around quite frequently. In the pest control industry, it’s no different, which is why you’ll hear pest control experts focus so much on prevention. There are a range of pest prevention methods and steps you can employ to guarantee a pest-free home. That’s why we’ve outlined a few of them in this post.
Keep your home clean
One of the best methods to prevent pest infestations is to keep your home clean. This includes cleaning the kitchen bench, the dinner table and wiping down the stove – pests like silverfish and cockroaches are particularly attracted to the oily scent of a dirty stove. Dirty dishes are another big attraction for some pests and cleaning your dishes immediately will help get rid of them. Garbage bins and kitchen bins attract pests too, so it’s important to regularly empty them. Get into the habit of removing your garbage bags as soon as they become full.
Seal gaps in floorboards, walls, skirting and ceilings
Gaps in your walls, floorboards, skirting and ceilings can make perfect entry points for pests. Some mice and rats can fit through holes as small as a 10-cent coin, so if there are any obvious gaps, it’s important to seal them up. Pests are attracted to the warmth of your home and possibly the smell of food within it, using these gaps as a doorway into your home. Sealing them up is a good way to prevent pest infestations.
Contact a professional
If you want to be truly sure that you’re effectively preventing a pest attack, the next step is to call a professional in pest control. These exterminators will inspect your home or business, identify and seal pest entry points, note any other possible attractions for pests and handle them for you. Part of the beauty of modern pest control is the possibility of 24/7 monitoring.
Monitoring
Advanced pest control business like Adams Pest Control uses electronic monitoring systems (EMS) to keep a 24/7 watch on your pest issues. These devices use data analytics to give you accurate reports on pest presence levels, allowing your pest experts to effectively handle the infestation. This way, you won’t have to worry about pests returning to your home.
If you’re wanting the best quality pest prevention service, you need to get in touch with Adams Pest Control. They’ll talk you through their proven methods and steps towards a pest-free home. Servicing Melbourne, Geelong and Adelaide, Adams Pest Control gives you long term pest management, using state-of-the-art technology for a meticulous yet affordable service. Contact the experts at Adams Pest Control for a quote and get one step closer to a pest-free home today.