You probably won’t notice a mouse infestation until you start seeing their feces near your baseboards and around your food containers. By then, it’s too late – you probably have several of those little critters sharing your home. Before you call for rodent control services, you should find where the mice are getting in and seal up their entry points. Keep your eye out for droppings under sinks, in drawers and other hidden areas, and chewed-up cardboard, material and other matter to make nests. Mice will chew holes in floors and walls.
Have a damp basement? There could be a number of reasons why this is occurring. This could be due to high humidity or a water leak. Excess moisture in house can come from a variety of places and cause mold, mildew or other types of growth. Taking time to observe what is going on can help identify the problem. If there are any leaks, stopping the flow of water in that area is the first line of defense. Getting a plumber to inspect and correct the problem is next. Additionally, reducing the indoor humidity by using ventilation fans in the kitchen and bathrooms, sealing duct air leaks, and using a humidifier can help alleviate excess moisture accumulation.
If you’ve ever seen small, beetle-like creatures that are typically red or yellow with black spots, you’ve spotted a ladybug. Although they are usually harmful, they can have a profound effect if they decide to infest your home. In fact, there are certain times of the year ladybugs come out in droves. While homeowners don’t take issue with one or two, there are some homes that get taken over by a ladybug infestation. Why is this happening? Ladybugs love homes with wooded areas or those that are warmed by sunlight. They are also attracted by older homes and those with natural wood siding. They keep coming back because they’ve left pheromones which takes them back to their last location. Although they can be a nuisance, they haven’t been found to carry any diseases; don’t damage structures; and are beneficial in the garden.
Waterproofing companies like Clint Miller Exterminating place an impervious barrier on foundations, roofs and walls when it’s needed. When your house was built, it should have had a barrier, but over time, it may erode, which causes water to seep into crawl spaces, attics and basements. If your crawlspace or basement leaks or gets damp, the dampness will get into your house. This could cause mold to form and wood to rot.
If you’ve noticed little black or brown pellets by the baseboards or on food containers, you may have a rodent infestation. You might never see a mouse, since they tend to stay out of sight. While some might think mice are cute, they could carry disease – and they make a mess. To see if you have rodents, look for signs of an infestation.
Before the cool weather hits and urges rodents to look for a warm, dry place to stay for the winter, block rodent access points. Part of rodent control is preventing them from finding ways into your home. The other part is using the proper rodent control products and services to eradicate the mice that do get in. Keep food in airtight containers and make sure you don’t have water leaks. Food and water attract these pests when it is getting ready to get cold. Also, once rodents get into your home, it’s difficult to get them out. If you noticed signs of rodents in your home and have not had luck trapping them, it’s time to call a professional like Clint Miller Exterminating.
With fall arriving right on schedule, may might find that some unwanted pests are starting to creep into your home. You could see more spiders and insects, because the cooler weather means they'll want to find a location they can be warm and comfortable in. If they can get inside your home, you could end up with a pest problem that you're not entirely sure how to solve. But there's more than just spiders, moths, and beetles to consider. This is also the right time of year for ladybugs to make their appearance, and start finding their way into homes and businesses where they can hide out for the winter.
Going indoors when the weather is bad just makes sense. People do it, and animals and insects want to do it, as well. Because of that drive for protection from the elements, you can find that there are suddenly fall pests in your home that you weren't looking for. You could end up with mice, rats, and rodents, along with ladybugs and stinkbugs, just to name a few. A ladybug infestation might seem better than a stinkbug infestation, but neither one of those things are good for a home or its occupants. In order to avoid the fall pests and reduce the risk of problems, there are some things you can do to get ready for fall.
There are a few types of fire ants that you may encounter either in your home or on your travels. But regardless of which kind you come across, all fire ants have the ability to sting if they feel threatened. Ensure your family and property are protected from these menacing pests, with our home pest control tips and tricks.
There are a few types of fire ants that you may encounter either in your home or on your travels. But regardless of which kind you come across, all fire ants have the ability to sting if they feel threatened. (While stings may look like bites, they are technically the product of the fire ant's stinger). A fire ant sting can be intensely painful, especially if it occurs on a sensitive area of the body. They can even be life-threatening, as some people are allergic to the venom the ant produces. Learn more about what to do if you're unlucky enough to be bitten.
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