Winter Insect Control

Today, we’re going to talk about pests that may have slipped in before you got a chance to do some of those proactive maintenance chores. In other words, things you can do in winter to find the insects which may already be in your home.

Clean the pantry

Keeping food areas clean and containers sealed goes a long way in not only keeping bugs out but also containing pests that may already be hiding in your pantry. The other benefit of this pantry project is that it will lower the number of goodies that can attract bugs in the Spring. So, grab a trash bag to throw out anything which is buggy or expired. Empty and wipe down the whole pantry, paying particular attention to nooks and crannies where you may be hosting an unwelcome guest.

Change your method of storage in the garage.

If you find yourself the proud owner of many, many artifacts in your garage, consider adding storage cabinets or overhead bins to keep things. Garages are notoriously tricky to keep tidy, and there is a considerable faction of the population that no longer holds their car in the garage because it’s full of their stuff!

Many companies now sell a variety of storage products. They can go a long way in fending off a garage mess, and therefore unwanted visitors. Proper storage also adds the benefit of making pests readily visible when they do manage to find their way into the garage.

Pruning and irrigation

If you haven’t done so already, prune back any deciduous plants. Then do a thorough cleanup of the yard, so old leaves and branches can’t provide cover for insects. If you forgot to service your irrigation system, do so now when your plants don’t require frequent watering.

Wood on the ground

If you have a woodpile, try not to order a new load of wood until you have the opportunity to clean up the area where you usually store it. Keep wood off the ground with pallets or another framing, so it doesn’t become a ready hiding place for roaches and beetles.

Termite inspection

Termite inspection and treatment is especially important in the southwest since our warm weather inclines the to remain active year-round, and not just during warmer months. So, having your home inspected and treated is a proactive way of keeping them away. We hope that this has given you some ideas, thoughts, and options. As any military general will tell you, preparation and planning is an essential part of winning any battle. In your fight against insects, we are prepared to step in and help! Just give us a call

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