Q: How do I rodent-proof my home?
A: There are many factors that should be taken into account when rodent-proofing your home such as:
What rodent am I dealing with?
Where are the entry points?
Are there other potential entry points?
Has the rodent created any damage or unhealthy conditions that I should alter?
Will the materials I’m using stand up to weather and rodent tampering?
Because each of these is important to answer and because each combination of answers might change the approach taken to rodent-proof a house, it is highly recommended to have a professional pest control operator assess the situation and provide appropriate solutions.
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Q: Are pests harmful?
A: Unfortunately, some can be.
- Cockroaches, in particular, are a leading trigger of allergies and asthma attacks. Their saliva, droppings, and decomposing bodies have allergen proteins known to increase the severity of asthma symptoms, especially in children.
- Mosquitoes transmit at least four human diseases (West Nile Virus, Malaria, Zika, Dengue Fever) that have been found in the United States. All of them have potentially fatal consequences.
- Stinging/Biting insects are not considered a public health risk and do not transmit disease like mosquitoes, but they are responsible for sending over 500,000 people to the hospital in the US each year. As such, they should be considered dangerous and should be left to professional pest control operators to deal with.
Q: Who is the best pest control company?
A: The best pest control company for you cares for you, your family, and your home; communicates honestly, promptly, expertly, and kindly; and knows how to solve your pest problem in the most efficient and effective way possible.
Having served our community for over 30 years and lived here for more than 40, we know this area well – which pests are most problematic and when. We'll give our honest, professional recommendation regarding what services are right for you without any pushy sales. And we'll solve your problem then and there if at all possible!
Q: What can I do to make my treatment most effective?
A: General home maintenance is typically the best, keeping your yard mowed, gutters cleared, kitchen clean, etc. There are a few specific things you can do, however, to get the best bang for your buck:
- Spraying extra pesticide on an area that has already been professionally treated can have a negative effect on the treatment.
- Wait to run sprinklers for at least an hour after treatment. Waiting a day or two (if possible) would be even better.
- Reduce any standing water in or around your area, this includes the gutters.
- Notify your pest control provider when doing property renovations or add-ons. It might be possible to have wall voids treated before drywall is installed. This can be especially effective near plumbing areas.