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Pest Tips

What to do when you have pests

If you have found yourself sharing your home with insects or rodents that you didn't invite, it is time to do something about it. They may be sharing your food, living space, or even causing damage to your structure, and that can be problem for so many reasons. We will explore common issues that attract pests, how to reduce them, how a pest control service can be helpful, and more. Below, there are bullet points to get straight to the point quickly, then more detailed information corresponding to each point for greater depth an even how to remediate it.

Attractants

  • Moisture

    • Gutter malfunction​

    • Standing water

    • Vapor barrier deficiency

  • ​Wood and cellulose debris

    • Rotted siding​

    • Wood/cardboard in crawl space

    • Ornamental wood​

  • Vegetation overgrowth

    • Long grass​

    • Branches/bushes contact

  • Exposed food and waste management

    • Pets and Livestock

      • Chickens​

      • Dogs

    • Garbage/recycling

    • Birdfeeders

    • Food plants

    • Compost

  • Structural access

    • Crawl space vents​

    • Crawl space door

    • Siding and sheathing​

    • Bird blocks

    • Skirting​

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