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Just because the snow is falling doesn’t mean you can give your pest control efforts a rest.  Pests can thrive in winter months simply because they find shelter in your home.  That means you have to be diligent year-round to be sure rodents and insects are not getting cozy alongside your family during the cold months.

Insects like cockroaches and ants cannot survive outside when it freezes.  So if you want to keep them out of your home, you need to make sure any entry points into your house are sealed.  A thorough inspection of your property—inside and out—will reveal cracks and crevices which can welcome tiny critters inside.  Fill all these holes or repair cracks with caulking or spackle.  You may need to consult with a handyman about the best way to make repairs, but in the long run it will save your property and your money.  Outside, make sure you keep your trees and bushes trimmed and woodpiles cleared.  Insects can use those as a pathway into your house.

You’ll also want to be sure that you keep your home interior clean and free from crumbs or other food lying on countertops or the floor.  Make sure your garbage is sealed and emptied regularly.  In your pantry, keep your food in containers with air-tight lids and make sure any open packages are clipped shut.

When it comes to rodents, you’ll also want to patch holes in the roof or attic to make sure squirrels, rats and mice don’t make it in.  Store any materials that could be used for “nesting” in airtight containers.  This can include yard clippings, pillows and furniture cushions in your garage.   If you are planning to go out of town for the holidays, make sure you have everything secured before you go.  

Protect your home from wintertime pests by making a seasonal routine of preparing your home before the cold weather hits.  Don’t hesitate to call a pest control service if you suspect you are have some uninvited guests.  Most professional pest services will help you eliminate your current pest problem and assist you in identifying problem areas for the future.  For a free Los Angles pest control inspection, give us a call at 888-675-0258 or go to www.accuracypluscalifornia.com.

Just because the weather has grown cold does not mean you are finished worrying about pests invading your home. Mosquitoes and ants may be gone, but cold weather can actually bring many more pests indoors looking for shelter from the dropping temperatures and bad weather.  It is important to keep up your pest control service even after the cold weather has begun to set in.  Once these critters know there is nothing to stop them, they’ll be looking for any opportunity to make themselves comfortable in your house.

Two of the most common fall/winter pests include spiders and mice.  While spiders are generally friendly, both the black widow and brown recluse spiders have been known to hide out in houses when it gets too cold outside. These are both highly poisonous and can cause serious illness or even death to small pets or young children.   Mice present their own health hazard to your family, and they can contaminate your food preparation areas with droppings, hair and bacteria.

In addition to keeping your service up regularly, you’ll want to make sure that your outdoor spaces and your garage are free of clutter.  If there are any openings in your garage door be sure to seal them up or you might as well put out a welcome mat for the mice.  In the back yard, be sure to put away summer yard tools, toys, and containers where spiders or centipedes might take refuge.

In the southern states, the weather may cool off during the fall and winter but rarely is it so cold that it drives most of the pests into hibernation or kills them off.  That means you have to guard against pests like ants year-round.  Regardless of where you live, however, you can speak to your pest control service provider about the changes you need to make in order to address pests that are unique to your area.  They may be able to suggest alternatives for keeping your house safe from pests and keep you informed of what to look for as the seasons change.

For a free inspection, give us a call at 888-675-0258 or go to http://www.accuracypluscalifornia.com/.