November is here and that means football, family and Thanksgiving. With all these new guests in your home, you can’t afford to rent out space to the neighborhood pests. The good news is, these helpful November no-no’s will help you put up the roadblocks!
Holiday Hangover
Our stomachs are well aware that Thanksgiving is the food holiday and so are our kitchens. This is their busiest time of year and with all that food coming in and out, you might find yourself leaving some things behind. Any little crumb or spill is a welcome mat for pests and they will take advantage of your mistakes. Make sure you seal up food properly after use and do a thorough sweep after each and every meal prep.
Lack of Preparation
The colder November weather means your family will be spending more time indoors. The pests of the neighborhood would like to join you, but that isn’t ideal company. You need to seal up any holes or cracks left by plumbing or remodeling repairs before they are sought out by critters. You’ll want some weatherstripping and a caulk gun handy to make the repairs on the spot.
Gutter Congestion
You’re going to want to clean out your gutters this time of year for a number of reasons.
- You don’t want any excess moisture getting into the foundation of your home and inviting termites and other pests.
- Leaves and other debris provides hiding and nesting ground for insects and other small critters.
- You can avoid water damage by inspecting your gutters and downspouts to make sure they are pointing away from your home.
At Pest Control Unlimited, we can help you prepare for all four seasons in a timely and professional manner. Our quarterly programs are the best way to ensure a pest-free household and we highly recommend them to all of our customers. If you live in the Middlesex County area and are concerned about pests this holiday season, we’ll help give you peace of mind.
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