They don’t move north during the winter, but during the
colder months, you may not notice a lot of rodent or insect activity. Just
because we cannot see or hear these critters doesn’t mean we should stop
defending our homes from them. Don’t relax your pest control precautions too
much – there is plenty you can do during winter to prevent spring pest issues
from occurring! Here are a few winter pest control tips.
On warmer days this winter when you’re enjoying time
outdoors, walk around your home or property. Extensively looking at the
conditions of your walls, roof and landscaping will give you hints about what
could pose serious pest control threats come August September. Your walls may
show signs of rodent entry, including holes, scratches and marks of droppings.
A visual examination will let you know what to repair and entries to barricade
from pests as they get moving again.
Tree branches often provide great pathways to the exterior
of your house, whether to windowsills, your gutters, roof or chimney. Take the
opportunity while branches are bare of leaves to chop down any that could lead
nuisance wildlife onto and into your home. Speaking of chimneys, both chimneys
and stove pipes should be covered with screens to prevent access to your home’s
indoors.
Plan on lighting a fire in your fireplace this winter? Keep
your firewood stack far from the house. These piles often provide safe harbors
for pests, and moisture stored in many types of wood provides a great feeding
and breeding ground for roaches and other insects.
Keep an eye on your indoors as well, throughout the winter.
Not only have rats and mice moved inside seeking warmth, but the regular indoor
crew of pests such as spiders and ants will continue to be active. If you spy
spider webs, look for their eggs!
Contact Kill a Bug Johannesburg South and Alberton for a free inspection. 071 607 0813 kabjsa@telkomsa.net
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