Pest Control in your home
There is no greater nuisance in home-like pests. On this, I know we can all agree. However, there is a problem for every solution, and this is why we shall learn more about pests and pest control in this article. Every homeowner needs knowledge on pests to enjoy their stay on the premises.
How do you know there are pests on your premises?
Here are various signs that should tell you there are pests in your home:
- Pest Droppings; for larger pests like rats and mice, it is easy to spot their fecal droppings and urine trails. This obviously shows the presence of pests and that pest control needs to be done. Unfortunately, waste from smaller pests like bed bugs is not easy to spot.
- Nesting; you should look for any evidence of nesting on the premises to know if there are pests. Rodents will basically make a nest out of anything, and they will nest in discrete places like between walls, ceilings, and underneath floors. Check for signs of nesting in the less obvious places, and you can tell if there are pests on your premises.
- Grease marks and trails; this is a sign of heavy rodent infestation. Normally, rodents leave these signs everywhere they go. Mice and rats travel using the same path, and the grease marks can even direct you to their nesting places.
- Physical damage to structures; pests often cause a lot of damage to structures as they look for food and nesting places. Rats and mice chew almost anything, and gnaw marks on furniture can be a sign of heavy infestation. Damage on wood and wood furniture can signify termite infestation because termites attack wood.
- Damaged plants; many people ignore the outdoors when looking for signs of pest infestation. However, some pests attack outdoor plants leaving brown patches on them. Moles, beetles, grubs, and other pests are fond of outdoor plants. Damaged patches of your lawn can be a sign of pest infestation.
When do you need to call a pest control professional?
Sometimes, you may decide to do pest control on your own. However, there are instances where you need to call a professional to help you with pest control. Here are a few of those instances;
- Heavy infestation; when there are just a few pests on the premises, it is easy to control them. However, pests tend to multiply quickly, making it very hard to control on your own. In such a case, doing pest control on your own cannot be effective. You should call a professional to help you.
- Unfamiliar pests; different pests require the use of different chemicals or equipment to control them. You might come across pests you have never seen before, and that means you may not have the knowledge as to how they should be controlled. This is when you need to call a professional to help you eliminate the pest.
- Lack of time; in this busy world we live in, not everyone has free time on their hands. Pest control may be time-consuming and may need to be repeated more than once to be effective. In such a case, you will need to call a pest control professional because they are thorough, and they will not rush the process.
- Complex equipment required; some pest control procedures involve the use of special equipment like spray machines and traps. It may be more costly for you to purchase all the necessary equipment than to hire an expert. Pest control on your own only makes sense when no special equipment is needed. Otherwise, you need to call someone to do the job for you.
- Allergy to chemicals; pest control will require you to use chemicals most of the time. However, if you are allergic to pest control chemicals, it is advisable that you avoid handling them. In such a case, you will need to hire a professional to handle the pests for you. Your health is obviously more important in this case.
Wind Up
Hiring a pest control professional is very beneficial. It allows you to avoid the stress of dealing with pests on your own. It is also more effective because they use specialized equipment and they are well trained for the job. A professional will also give you tips on how to prevent future infestations hence saving you from future pest control costs.