Pest-proofing your home involves sealing entry points, reducing attractants, and maintaining cleanliness. Here’s how to keep pests out effectively:
1. Seal Entry Points
✅ Check for Cracks & Gaps – Inspect the foundation, walls, and around windows/doors for small openings and seal them with caulk or weatherstripping.
✅ Install Door Sweeps – Attach door sweeps to exterior doors to block small pests like insects and rodents.
✅ Screen Vents & Chimneys – Use fine mesh screens to cover attic vents, chimneys, and crawlspace openings.
✅ Seal Utility Openings – Use expanding foam or steel wool to block gaps around pipes and wires entering the home.
2. Keep a Clean & Dry Environment
✅ Eliminate Food Sources – Store food in airtight containers, clean up spills quickly, and avoid leaving pet food out overnight.
✅ Take Out Trash Regularly – Keep trash bins tightly sealed and dispose of garbage frequently.
✅ Reduce Moisture – Fix leaky pipes, use a dehumidifier in damp areas, and ensure good ventilation in basements and attics.
3. Maintain Your Yard & Exterior
✅ Trim Vegetation – Keep trees and bushes trimmed away from the house to prevent pest access.
✅ Remove Standing Water – Drain areas where water collects, like clogged gutters, to deter mosquitoes.
✅ Store Firewood Away from the Home – Keep it at least 20 feet away to prevent termites and rodents from nesting.
4. Monitor & Prevent Infestations
✅ Set Traps & Baits – Place rodent traps or insect bait stations in problem areas.
✅ Use Natural Deterrents – Peppermint oil repels mice, vinegar deters ants, and diatomaceous earth helps control insects.
✅ Regular Inspections – Check for signs of pests in basements, attics, and crawlspaces.
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