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- | + | If you are a homeowner, you probably have dealt with some kind of pest problem. Pests can get into your food and bring disease and general discomfort with them. These problems make it imperative to deal with pests as quickly as possible, and this article will help you do that. | |
- | + | Use steel wool to fill any rodent holes. It's too hard for a mouse to chew through these steel strands. Seal any opening that is over a half inch in diameter. Remember, these pests can fit through very tiny openings. | |
- | + | Keep pests out of your home by using a perimeter spray outside. Make sure to spray the foundation along with areas around windows and doors. While you are spraying, keep your eye out for cracks and crevices where pests can enter. Use caulk or the right kind of filler to seal these areas. | |
- | + | If you have a brown recluse spider infestation, control it using sticky traps. These spiders live deep where poisons can't reach. They look for food at night. Place traps along walls and behind furniture for the best chance of nabbing them. | |
- | There are dogs trained to sniff out termites so you can know for sure whether you have them. A human can be effective, but not as effective as a dog. A termite-sniffing dog, on the other hand, can detect termites anywhere in your home. They will notice methane gas, which can come from termites consuming the wood in your home. | + | [http://www.iamsport.org/pg/blog/kendoview3/read/18626638/looking-to-eliminate-pests-use-these-tips The Top Tips For Easy Pest Control] There are dogs trained to sniff out termites so you can know for sure whether you have them. A human can be effective, but not as effective as a dog. A termite-sniffing dog, on the other hand, can detect termites anywhere in your home. They will notice methane gas, which can come from termites consuming the wood in your home. |
- | + | If you are fighting a mice problem, you should consider using mint. Mint plants surrounding your home's foundation helps out greatly. When you do this, mice won't want to live there. If you've got mice, sprinkle some mint leaves near the affected areas. Fresh mint leaves work the best to deter mice since their smell is the strongest. | |
- | + | Quickly remove fallen trees from your yard. Cut up all the branches and the trunk as well to use for firewood. You can use it, sell it or just give it away. However, remember to deal with the stump too. The dead wood in stumps is very attractive to termites. | |
Electronic pest repellents often work well. You plug these little devices in every room, and they make a tiny buzzing sound that keeps rodents away. The great thing about these devices is that they are safe to use around the house. Rats and mice hate the sounds and will leave the area. | Electronic pest repellents often work well. You plug these little devices in every room, and they make a tiny buzzing sound that keeps rodents away. The great thing about these devices is that they are safe to use around the house. Rats and mice hate the sounds and will leave the area. | ||
- | + | [http://www.plus.friendite.com/blogs/266400/415001/a-few-tips-to-help-with-pest-con A Few Tips To Help With Pest Control] Is your home being invaded by mice or rats? Inspect the outside of your home and look for cracks and holes through which rodents could come in. If you notice cracks, then fill them with scouring pads or put poison in them. A lot of times you can use odors to keep them away. | |
- | [http:// | + | [http://www.myfaceclick.com/blog/300455/banish-pests-from-your-home-with-these-tips/ Looking To Eliminate Pests? Use These Tips] Watch out for mice around a stored camper or travel trailer. Natural repellents exist that can keep them at bay, however. Smaller bags of repellent can smell good and are non-toxic. They are quite effective in preventing mice from residing in your camper or RV. |
You can use steel wool to fill in mouse holes. The mice or rats will eat it and they'll end up dying. Wood putty mixed with steel wool makes for a great spackle. | You can use steel wool to fill in mouse holes. The mice or rats will eat it and they'll end up dying. Wood putty mixed with steel wool makes for a great spackle. | ||
- | These tips can help eliminate pests. Give each idea a try and stick with the one you like best. Soon your home will be pest free. You won't miss them at all! | + | These tips can help eliminate pests. Give each idea a try and stick with the one you like best. Soon your home will be pest free. You won't miss them at all! |