When it comes to things people really care about, most will do what they can to take care of them. For example, if you want your car to last you fill it with gas, change the oil and replace the tires when needed. The reason that we do all these things is to make sure we can prolong the amount of time that we can use them or catch an issue early before it escalates. Unfortunately, when it comes to pests there are some people that wait until they notice a problem and then call out a pest control company to treat it. This can be a daunting task to try and work on getting rid of an infestation once it has already been established. You may want the pests gone immediately but the reality is that depending on the type of infestation it can take several treatments to remove them all together. The better option you have as a homeowner or tenant is to do what you can to prevent the issue from occurring in the first place. Mike’s Pest Control outlines how to prevent a pest infestation.

Home Pest Inspection

One of the most important tasks you want to do right away to prevent pests from getting in your house is to call a professional pest control company like Mike’s Pest Control for a thorough pest inspection. The inspection will locate any current problems with pests you might have and even make recommendations such as sealing possible points of entry to prevent future pests. If there are any issues with pests they can start to plan a treatment. The other aspect of a pest inspection is they can look for things you might be doing that are potentially attracting pests to your home. This can be things such as pet food that is left out or water that is in areas that pests can use to as a place to get moisture that many of them need.

Barrier Pest Exclusion & Home Sealing

Many people are not aware that there home is riddled with areas that pests are able to get in. If you think about it most pests are so small that they can fit in a hole or gap that is quite small. That is why the next step in prevention is to have barriers that are created. The pest control technician knows where pests are likely to gain access to your house and can give you tips on pest exclusion and home sealing. The areas that are most commonly used are gaps in your window and door seals. It is a good idea to have them replaced and repaired to ensure these gaps are sealed.

House Bug & Pest Identification

You also should know what pests are common in your area and when they are active throughout the year. You want to make sure you are able to identify any signs of pests that might be getting in the house. You also should be able to identify what pests are around your house as well.

Professional Pest Control Treatments

Lastly and really most importantly you want to make sure that you have your home treated with pest control services. Professional pest control companies are able to utilize effective treatments to form a barrier to stop pests from entering your home. This is a great way to continuously prevent pests from getting into your house.

Pest Inspections & Management in Moody, Ashville, Springville, Trussville, Leeds, Pell City, Birmingham, Pinson, Argo, Margaret & Greater Odenville, Alabama

Mike’s Pest Control can come to your house and conduct a thorough pest inspection and begin a custom pest control plan to get rid of existing pests and make sure future pests stay away from your home and loved ones. Call us today!