Factors Causing The Plagues At Home

Humidity is the primary factor for pests to appear in the house. Bugs love damp, dark corners, so during the summer months, it’s very likely that you’ll have to deal with them.

So, you should never forget to clean the crumbs and any food residue or dirt and remove moisture in all corners of the home, especially in the kitchen and bathroom, as these are the places where insects are easily accommodated.

In addition to humidity, there are also other causes why you can have domestic pests:

• Dirt and lack of proper cleaning
• Insufficient ventilation and not correctly sealing entry points with screens or mosquito nets facilitate the proliferation of stinging insects and other types of domestic pests
• The accumulation of garbage is, of course, another cause of the appearance of pests. Throw it every day!
• Your pet can be a carrier of pests, especially if you do not disinfect it routinely and do not have your vaccination up to date.

Pests Found At Home

Not only ants and mosquitoes proliferate in homes, but also other insects that can cause diseases.

• Mice/Rats: They are the most common in the house, especially in spaces with little order and lack of hygiene. They frighten anyone who sees them and can transmit diseases such as leptospirosis and toxoplasmosis.
• Fleas: It is an insect that itches and feeds on blood by giving small bites on the skin. It is necessary to treat the house, pets and yard to eliminate fleas.
• Topillo: It is difficult to remove this plaque easily. It is a species of rodent and is known as field mice. They can cause a disease known as tularemia or rabbit fever.
• Bees/Wasps: Although they do not attack unless they are disturbed, like other pests they can enter through cracks, pipes and window frames to make their nests. They spread germs and can cause allergies and can sting.
• Ticks: They are small arthropods that suck blood and transmit infections, such as typhus or Lyme disease. It is common for poorly groomed pets to have it. They can also invade your home if you live near green areas, since their collective habitat is tall grass.
• Cockroaches: They multiply at a high rate. Bacteria surround them, and they favor the appearance of germs and cause allergies.
• Mites: They are arthropods that feed on scales of human or animal skin. They are mostly present in mattresses or sofas, and their primary cause of appearance is humidity.
• Silver minnows: They appear in very humid areas. They usually eat foods that contain starch and paper.
• Moths: They are insects of the order of the Lepidoptera. They sneak into cupboards and pantries. Their favorite foods are dried fruits and dehydrated fruits.
• Weevil: It is common when spoilt products are purchased and brought home where they have easy access to the house. The most common variants of insects are the rice weevil and the grain or wheat weevil.

How To Pest-Proof Your Home

Each season of the year brings its share of insects, especially the warmer seasons, such as spring and summer, when literally overnight we can see how insects take over our home. To avoid it, learn how to make your home pest-proof.

Stay Alert

In general, although pests usually reproduce quickly, the truth is that they do not come out of nowhere. They need a period of incubation and growth. You must stay alert to discover what part of your house or garden is likely to be used as a nursery. Look for warning signs and problem areas to fumigate as soon as possible and avoid invading your space.

Take Care Of The Exterior

Unless you have an indoor insect nursery, they will come from outside. If you take care of the exterior and all the access points to the interior (windows, vents, pipes, chimneys and roof tiles), you will minimize the chances of insects and pests reaching the interior of your home.

Keep Order & Cleanliness

If there is something that insects and pests like in general, it is the mess and dirt, especially anything that they can use as food and nests. So, a good way to make your home insect proof is to maintain order and cleanliness; a clean house is the best way to keep pests away.

Do Not Feed Them

Although you will hardly want to feed insects and other pests voluntarily, it is possible that unconsciously your home will be a temptation for them. To avoid feeding them, be sure to store fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator, put out of reach of pests, and keep all food stored in the cupboard in airtight containers.

Keep Your House Dry

Wet and flooded sites also attract pests; they use them as a source of water. A sink full of water and dirty dishes is a risk. You should also avoid pipes that drip inside the cabinets or in the basement.

Keeping the house clean of pesky insects and pests can be something simpler than we imagine. Just follow these simple tips to get a healthier and above all cleaner home. If you need help, contact Alliance Pest Services today! Learn more about our home pest control and commercial pest control service offerings.