Do it yourself fix it

After you have decided that a do it yourself pest control project is better than availing of professional help, the first thing you need to do is to “weatherize” your home. Weatherizing your home means identifying the places where household pests, insects and rodents access your home. Usually, these are one-inch gaps such as door and wall bottoms, and the part where roofs overlap. If possible, these entry points should be sealed.

Guidelines for do it yourself pest control

A thorough inspection of your home will help you decide on what pest control project to undertake. Look out for structural damage such as rat holes or decaying wood as well as water damage, which weakens the wood and therefore makes it easier for rodents to enter.

Immediately repair broken windows and screens. Use chimney caps or wire mesh to cover your chimneys, as these are favorite spots of squirrels, raccoons and birds. On the outside, it is recommended that you trim limbs of trees, shrubs or vines that touch any portion of the house.

Tips for do it yourself pest control treatment

* Having sealed off all possible entry points to your home from pests, it is time to get rid of all forms of food that attract these pests. These may be drawer and cabinet liners, paper grocery bags and even wallpaper.

* If you aren’t already doing it, start practicing proper waste disposal. Don’t let any food, trash or decaying wood to remain longer than necessary within the premises of your property.

* Properly maintain areas where food is prepared, stored and served. Keep these areas clean and free from crumbs and grease.

* Regularly clean drains and gutters.

* Don’t stack firewood on the ground.

* Once in a while, rearrange stored items. Keep boxes and plastic bags tightly sealed.

Safety measures on the use of pest control chemicals

To get rid of flying insects, cockroaches and crickets, there are pesticide sprays that are readily available in the market. For rodents, there are also different kinds of poisons. Termite treatments also work well. No matter which product you choose, extreme caution should be undertaken to protect yourself from accidental contact with these products.

Avoid eating, drinking or smoking while you are doing any sort of pest control task. After using pest control products, wash your hands thoroughly to remove even the slightest trace of the pesticide.

With the different treatment options available nowadays, sanitation proves to be the best solution against pests. A clean and uncluttered home makes it easy to spot potential problems. Moreover, you must always be on the lookout for signs of another pest invasion in the future.

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