How To Keep Pests Out Of The Attic This Winter
Pests can live for months or even years in an undisturbed attic. These unwanted visitors make themselves comfortable in attics since they are the less-trafficked area of the home. Getting rid of mice, insects, and other wildlife can be a nuisance, and the cleanup is heinous. Common pests found in Phoenix attics are mice, rats, other small rodents, ants, cockroaches, and spiders. If you hear scratching noises or notice any droppings throughout the home, it’s time to take on serious pest-proofing measures. Here are the four key ways to keep pests out of your attic this winter:
Seal possible entryways
It’s harder for pests to enter a home when it is sealed tightly. For homes with a chimney cap, close it when it is not in use. Cover any roof openings and attic vents with wire mesh. Remember to use a rust-proof option in more rain-prone areas is always helpful. Additionally, seal or replace window and door screens and use a pest-proofing seal to block entry from any cracks in the foundation.
Keep up with landscaping
One of the most common ways for rodents and other pests to enter your attic is via low-hanging tree branches. We’ve found squirrels, raccoons, bats, and many other unexpected guests slipping in for snacks and sleep. Many times they entered via untrimmed tree branches. Keeping up with yard work, like raking leaves and removing any old or wet wood, will also eliminate the chance of termites, fleas, ticks, and brown recluse spiders. In addition to minimizing the chance of being bitten by a poisonous spider, keeping up with the yardwork will also add to your home’s curb appeal.
Eliminate their food source
Most insects and rodents enter a residence in search of two things: food and shelter. If you remove their ability to find food in your home, they will move to another more hospitable host. Cleaning up food scraps and vacuuming eliminates a lot of tasty morsels that interest most pest intruders. Keep food containers sealed and out of under-trafficked areas, such as the attic. Pet food should also be closed off when not in use to prevent attracting nearby wildlife.
Use professional pest control
Most pests spread disease through their touch or droppings. In addition, small children and pets are especially susceptible to bacteria brought by insects and mice. Whether there is a current infestation or you want to prevent one from occurring, professional pest control services help eliminate a current or future pest problem. A pest control company will inspect the home and use various pest-proofing methods to rid your attic and home of any potential threats.
Termites alone can cost a homeowner tens of thousands of dollars to repair the damage they cause. In addition, mice, rats, cockroaches, and other types of pests leave traces of where they have been throughout your home, along with bacteria that can cause serious illness. As the Phoenix Valley heads into cooler temperatures, there is no good excuse to get lax on pest prevention and rodent control.
San Tan Pest And Weed Control offer reliable pest control for residential and commercial customers in Mesa, Tempe, Ahwatukee, Phoenix, Lower Santan Village, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Gilbert, and Chandler. Our pest management services control scorpions, ants, termites, bees, wasps, fleas, rodents, cockroaches, weeds, and more. We provide attic and crawl space cleaning and home sealing services to keep pests out. Call us at (480)405-0690.
